2-hour Lunch Cruise on Willamette River

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Recommended by 89% travellers

89% of guests rated this experience 4 stars or higher

4.5 (339)

Recommended by 89% travellers

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4.5

339

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Recommended by 89% travellers

89% of guests rated this experience 4 stars or higher

4.5 (339)

Recommended by 89% travellers

Earliest Date Available: October 30, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

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Duration

2 hours

Group size

Max 9 guests

Language

English

Location

Oregon

Duration

2 hours

Group size

Max 9 guests

Language

English

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•339 reviews

US$98.20 per guest

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Earliest Date Available: October 30, 2026This experience is in high demand. Book now to lock in the next available date.

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Delicious Northwest cuisine and beautiful river views provide the perfect ingredients for a Portland lunch to remember. This two-hour cruise on the Willamette River is perfect for Portland natives and newcomers alike. Boarding: 11 am Cruising: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

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
Gluten Free options available
Vegan Options available
This is a Non-Smoking Vessel
Wheelchairs are able to come aboard the enclosed lower deck — please notify us when booking. Stairs are required to venture to the upper decks.
Boarding photo required as part of our safety & security plan

Historical narration available on outer decks (or bring headphones for your cell phone)

Private reserved table (Window seating not guaranteed)

Live piano music

Fresh prepared Northwest lunch with choice of entrée

Salad, appetizer or dessert (available for purchase)

Beverages (available for purchase)

Service gratuity

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Hawthorne Bridge

We'll pass under the Hawthorne, constructed in 1910, is the oldest vertical lift bridge in operation in America. In a typical year, daily traffic on the Hawthorne Bridge averages 30,000 vehicles and 5,000 cyclists.

We'll pass under the Hawthorne, constructed in 1910, is the oldest vertical lift bridge in operation…

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Marquam Bridge

Travel under the Interstate 5 bridge also known as Marquam Bridge. Marquam bridge’s main span is 440 feet long and the two side spans are each 301 feet long.

Travel under the Interstate 5 bridge also known as Marquam Bridge. Marquam bridge’s main span is 440…

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OMSI

Cruise by OMSI and see the USS Blueback, a barbel class submarine in the United States Navy.

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Tilikum Crossing

Tilikum Crossing, Portland’s newest bridge, opened in 2015 for foot, bicycle, and public transportation traffic only. The bridge features 178 LED lights that are set to change color and speed according to the temperature of the water, the direction of the tide and speed of the river.

Tilikum Crossing, Portland’s newest bridge, opened in 2015 for foot, bicycle, and public transportat…

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Ross Island Bridge

You'll pass under the Ross Island Bridge, designed by famed engineer Gustav Lindernthal. Gustav designed bridges over the Hudson River in Ohio and dozens of other rivers in the United States.

You'll pass under the Ross Island Bridge, designed by famed engineer Gustav Lindernthal. Gustav desi…

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Sellwood Bridge

You'll pass under the Sellwood Bridge, Portland's southernmost bridge. The bridge is the busiest two-lane crossing in Oregon, carrying about 30,000 vehicles a day. It replaced a two-lane bridge originally built in 1925 that stood for more than 90 years.

You'll pass under the Sellwood Bridge, Portland's southernmost bridge. The bridge is the busiest two…

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Sellwood Riverfront Park

This 7-acre park is a haven for dog lovers with its off-leash dog area and sandy beaches.

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Oaks Amusement Park

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 by the oldest continually operating amusement park in the country. Oaks Amusement Park opened…

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Waverley Country Club

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 Waverley Country Club, one of the first golf clubs in the west, established in 1896. Fifty…

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Elk Rock Island

The Island represents part of an ancient volcano that erupted about 40 million years ago. The large, jagged rocks found throughout the area are Waverly Heights Basalt that were formed by lava flows and may be the oldest exposed rocks in the Portland area.

The Island represents part of an ancient volcano that erupted about 40 million years ago. The large,…

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Morrison Bridge

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

Cruise under the Morrison Bridge, named after a Scottish immigrant, John L. Morrison, who built the…

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Burnside Bridge

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.

Cruise under the Burnside Bridge, distinctive for its Italian Renaissance-style towers and was made…

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Portland Oregon Sign

The Burnside Bridge is a great spot to view the "Portland Oregon" sign also known as the "White Stag" sign, which we’ll pass on the port side of the vessel.

The Burnside Bridge is a great spot to view the "Portland Oregon" sign also known as the "White Stag…

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Moda Center

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 Rose Quarter campus includes the Veterans Memorial Coliseum and Moda Center. The Moda Center has…

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Steel Bridge

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

The Steel Bridge is quite remarkable for all its design characteristics. It is the world's only doub…

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Oregon Convention Center

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

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

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Tom McCall Waterfront Park

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 by much of Tom McCall Waterfront Park which has 36 acres of open space and is host to a varie…

Meeting Point

1010 SW Naito Pkwy, Southwest Naito Parkway, Multnomah County Oregon, United States, US, 97204

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Please note: A member of the Portland Spirit customer service team will contact you if there are any changes to your boarding location.

End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

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Karen_HOctober 2026 • Viator

Beautiful River Cruising

Our river cruise was delightful. Our lunch server, Lola, made us feel special. The food was delicious. It was a gorgeous fall day and the scenery along the Willamette River was gorgeous. We spent mist of the trip out on the deck enjoying the beautiful day.

Response from ViatorOctober 24, 2026

Thank you for the lovely review, Karen! We’re so glad you had a beautiful fall day to enjoy the Willamette River, and that Lola made your lunch cruise feel extra special. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. Spending time out on deck with the fresh air and river views is one of our favorite ways to enjoy Portland, too. We hope to welcome you aboard again soon!

returnmetokaneoheOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor

Great lunch cruise.

Beautiful and relaxing lunch cruise. They give you a map of all the bridges and narrate your passage up/down river. I appreciated the historical information provided demonstrating the evolution of the area and progressive engineering. Food was also very good. I had the Steelhead salad, which was large and delicious, and my husband had the beef noodles, which he enjoyed. Great, friendly service. Lots of time to relax on the upper deck enjoying the city, university and residential views. E...read more

Response from ViatorOctober 24, 2026

Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the lunch, especially the generous steelhead salad and beef noodles, along with the friendly service and relaxing views from the top deck. We’re also glad boarding was easy and you felt comfortable throughout your visit. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another relaxing afternoon on the river!

Donna_SOctober 2026 • Viator

Food was great and the...

Food was great and the scenery and weather was perfect. We did see many new things since our last trip four years ago. It is really a fun thing to do if you have visitors. The rally was going on which added to our day.

Response from ViatorOctober 24, 2026

Thank you for coming back to cruise with us! We love hearing that you discovered new sights along the river since your last visit four years ago. A cruise certainly is a fun way to show visiting friends and family a different side of Portland. We’re glad you enjoyed the food, scenery and beautiful weather, and hope to see you again before another four years go by!

Betlhem_EOctober 2026 • Viator

Awesome

Two hours seems long, but believe me, it's not. 😍 The food selections were few, but the food was still yummy.

Linda_BOctober 2026 • Viator

Great choice

The cruise was so relaxing, the lunch was delicious and the service was excellent. The top deck was a perfect spot.