Why choose this tour ?

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.


What makes Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise a unique experience ?

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.

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.

Cruise under this cable-stayed bridge known as the Bridge of the People.

Cruise under the Ross Island Bridge that connects Arthur Street to Powell Boulevard. This is a cantilever truss bridge that spans the Willamette River.

Cruise by the oldest continually operating amusement park in the country. Oaks Amusement Park opened in May 1905 and is just 3.5 miles south of Downtown Portland.

Cruise under the Sellwood Bridge. This is a deck arch bridge that spans the Willamette River.

Cruise by this riverfront part covering about 7.6 acres in southeast Portland.

Cruise by Waverley Country Club, one of the first golf clubs in the west, established in 1896. Fifty years before the construction of Waverley Country Club on the current site, its history can be traced back to Henderson Luelling, known as the Johnny Appleseed of the West. It is believed by many that the presentation of the green jacket at the Masters started at Waverley.

Cruise by much of Tom McCall Waterfront Park which has 36 acres of open space and is host to a variety of events throughout the year.

Cruise under the Morrison Bridge, named after a Scottish immigrant, John L. Morrison, who built the first home on Morrison Street.

Cruise under the Burnside Bridge, distinctive for its Italian Renaissance-style towers and was made famous by its architect Joseph Straus, who was also the architect for the famed Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

The Oregon Convention Center is easy to recognize from the water due to its two blue-green glass spires.

The Rose Quarter campus includes the Veterans Memorial Coliseum and Moda Center. The Moda Center has a seating capacity of nearly 20,000 for NBA basketball games and is the current home of the Portland Trailblazers.

The Steel Bridge is quite remarkable for all its design characteristics. It is the world's only double deck bridge with independent lifts.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • 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.


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise
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Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • 1.5-hour cruise on the Willamette River
  • Historical narration plays on all levels of the vessel

Not Included

  • No meal served (drinks & food can be purchased at the bar)

Special Instructions:

• Photo ID required for boarding • No Pets, Service dogs are welcome if notified prior to boarding • Be sure to arrive at the boarding location 30 minutes prior to the cruise departure time • Boarding Time: 2:45pm • Cruise Time: 3:15pm - 5:00pm • No Cancellations within 24 hours of Cruise Date • Boarding location subject to change • For any additional questions, call 503-224-3900 or contact us at reservations@portlandspirit.com

Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise

Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Portland Spirit Cruises & Events.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Los_Angeles.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 4.3 Stars based on 65 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.

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