Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
1.5-hour cruise on the Willamette River
OPTIONAL: Bring headphones for your phone & listen to narration via our app (instruction on board)
Historical narration plays on all levels of the vessel
No meal included (food & drinks can be purchased on board)
What To Expect
Hawthorne Bridge
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 Bridge
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.
Options
Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise
Reviews
87 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice afternoon excursion
Molly K,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
4.00Interesting history shared. Great views and comfortable seats. The second half of the trip other passengers were having personal conversations making it difficult to hear the recording. If you are interested in hearing it all try to sit by a speaker!
cannot hear
Ray J,
Aug 13, 2025
- Viator
3.00cannot hear the entire presentation by some lady. was not loud enough, we heard less than 20%..!!!!!!??!??
Relaxing way to end the...
daniel h,
Aug 13, 2025
- Viator
4.00Relaxing way to end the day. Crew was courteous and professional. Recommend using earbuds to hear the audio.
Beautiful/Serene
Terany C,
Aug 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was relaxing and it was beautiful to see the cullture of Portland. Very family friendly. Food and drinks are offered on the boat.
Happy Hour Cruise on Willamette River
Kenric R,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Nice, relaxing ride up the Willamette River. Pass under all the bridges that span from one side of the city to the other. Nice narration of the history along the Willamette River/ valley. Great views on both sides- city on one side, woods and beaches on the other side. Food and drinks/ cocktails available for purchase during the cruise.
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Operated by Portland Spirit Cruises & Events