Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise
Take in the sights of Portland, Oregon from a different perspective. Cruise through the heart of Portland on the Willamette River. Enjoy a narration of the sights available on all the decks. A happy hour menu and full bar is available for purchase during the cruise.
Options
Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise
What's included in Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Hawthorne BridgePass-by Only
Pass by the Hawthorne Bridge that joins Hawthorne Boulevard and Madison Street. This truss bridge is the oldest vertical-lift bridge operating in the United States and the oldest highway bridge in Portland.
Marquam BridgePass-by Only
Pass by the Marquam Bridge which is the busiest bridge in Oregon. It is a double-deck, steel-truss cantilever bridge carrying Interstate 5 traffic.
Cruise by OMSI and see the USS Blueback, a barbel class submarine in the United States Navy.
Inclusions
- 1.5-hour cruise on the Willamette River
- Historical narration plays on all levels of the vessel
- No meal served (drinks & food can be purchased at the bar)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a NON Smoking Vessel
- Gluten Free options available
- Vegan options available
- Wheelchairs are able to come aboard the enclosed lower deck — please notify us when booking. Stairs are required to venture to the upper decks.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please note: We occasionally depart from our Caruthers Landing dock at 110 SE Caruthers St, Portland, OR 97214. A member of the Portland Spirit customer service team will contact you if there are any changes to your reservation.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Checking Into Your Cruise: - IMPORTANT: You will need to show the QR code in this email to board the vessel. Please have this email readily available on your mobile device or a printed copy to be scanned upon boarding. - Please arrive early! The boat leaves promptly at the scheduled departure time. For the sake of everyone on board, we are unable to delay for late arrivals. - When you arrive at the dock, you will first be greeted by our captain; passengers 18 years of age and older must carry photo identification. - We are U.S. Coast Guard regulated; as part of our safety and security plan we take a required boarding photo of all passengers, but it's optional to purchase the printed souvenir photo. Please Note: - Historical narration is available on outer decks or you may bring headphones for your cell phone to listen via the Listen Everywhere app from your table; instructions will be provided. App is not available on Willamette Star or Crystal Dolphin cruises. - We recommend business casual or dressy casual for our meal cruises. Avoid thin high heels. - All carry-on bags are subject to inspection. - The boarding area is not covered; please dress appropriately for the weather. Accessibility Options - Wheelchairs may come aboard the enclosed lower deck. Please notify us prior to your cruise if you would like lower deck seating to avoid stairs. - Printed narration guides are available to those with hearing impairments or prefer a visual guide. A large print version of the narration guide is also available to borrow. - If you don't have a smart phone and wish to listen to the narration from your table, you may request to check out our narration iPod (subject to availability). - For guests with sensory sensitivities due to autism or other neurodivergent traits, we offer sensory kits on board upon request, including items like an eye mask and earplugs. - Have questions? Visit our FAQ page, call our office during business hours at 503-224-3900 or reply to this email.
