Mississippi River
Public Cruise Rates & Schedule
- Mother's Day through 3rd Weekend of October.
- Boarding begins 10-15 minutes prior to cruise time.
- Concessions and beverages are available on board.
- Ask about our special group pricing.
Additional public cruises upon request. We require a minimum capacity of 20 passengers for each scheduled cruise to depart. - No outside food or beverages may be brought on board.
Sightseeing and Lock Cruise - $17.00 per person
Departing from Boom Island Park on the Mississippi River
Departing from Boom Island Park on the Mississippi River
Mother's day weekend through end of May
Sat. & Sun. 12:00noon - 1:30p.m.
2:00p.m. - 3:30p.m.
2:00p.m. - 3:30p.m.
June, July and August
Mon. - Wed. 12:00noon - 1:30p.m.
Thu. - Sun. 12:00noon - 1:30p.m.
2:00p.m. - 3:30p.m.
Thu. - Sun. 12:00noon - 1:30p.m.
2:00p.m. - 3:30p.m.
September and October
Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00noon - 1:30p.m.
Sat. & Sun. 12:00noon - 1:30p.m.
2:00p.m. - 3:30p.m.
Sat. & Sun. 12:00noon - 1:30p.m.
2:00p.m. - 3:30p.m.
Advanced reservations recommended. Walk ups are NOT guaranteed.
Enjoy the sights of historic downtown Minneapolis with narrated tour complete with a lock through the largest lock on the Mississippi River, at St. Anthony Falls, while viewing the new 35W bridge! A full service cash bar along with hot dogs, ice-cream treats, snacks, etc are available for purchase.
Enjoy the sights of historic downtown Minneapolis with narrated tour complete with a lock through the largest lock on the Mississippi River, at St. Anthony Falls, while viewing the new 35W bridge! A full service cash bar along with hot dogs, ice-cream treats, snacks, etc are available for purchase.
Group Sightseeing & Lock Cruise Luncheon Special - $33.00 per person
For groups of 20 or more. Tour Groups, Business meetings, Department Parties or Birthdays. Whatever the occasion, any event will be so much more special aboard an authentic paddlewheel. Advance reservations are required 2 or more weeks in advance. Your group will be combined with the other public passengers, with reserved tables. Price includes ticket and full lunch. Click here to view menu. See below about reserving our Private Admirals Room for your group!
Happy Hour Pizza and Lock Cruise - $23.00 per person
Departing from Boom Island Park on the Mississippi River
Departing from Boom Island Park on the Mississippi River
Mother's Day Weekend through the 3rd Weekend of October
Wed. & Thu. 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Advanced reservations required by 3 p.m. day of cruise.
Our most popular cruise! Take a narrated cruise on the Mississippi River through downtown Minneapolis, locking thru the Upper St. Anthony Falls while enjoying the beautiful Minneapolis skyline, views of the new 35W bridge, along with a 2 for 1 drink ticket with a full cash bar available and complimentary pizza served.
Our most popular cruise! Take a narrated cruise on the Mississippi River through downtown Minneapolis, locking thru the Upper St. Anthony Falls while enjoying the beautiful Minneapolis skyline, views of the new 35W bridge, along with a 2 for 1 drink ticket with a full cash bar available and complimentary pizza served.
Friday Night Dinner Cruise - $45.00 per person
Departing from Boom Island Park on the Mississippi River
Departing from Boom Island Park on the Mississippi River
Mother's Day Weekend through the 3rd weekend of October
Friday's 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Advanced reservations required by 3 p.m. day prior to cruise.
Experience a "lock through" of the upper St. Anthony lock, marvel at the view of the upper Falls, while taking in the beauty of the Minneapolis skyline and the historic beauty of the majestic Mississippi River to the new 35W bridge. This narrated cruise departs from Boom Island in downtown Minneapolis. Click here to view menu. See below about reserving our Private Admirals Room for your group!
Experience a "lock through" of the upper St. Anthony lock, marvel at the view of the upper Falls, while taking in the beauty of the Minneapolis skyline and the historic beauty of the majestic Mississippi River to the new 35W bridge. This narrated cruise departs from Boom Island in downtown Minneapolis. Click here to view menu. See below about reserving our Private Admirals Room for your group!
Sunday Brunch Cruise - $30.00 per person
Departing from Boom Island Park on the Mississippi River aboard The Paradise Lady
Departing from Boom Island Park on the Mississippi River aboard The Paradise Lady
Mother's Day Weekend through the 3rd weekend of October
Sunday's 11:00am - 1:00pm
Advanced reservations required by 3 p.m. Friday prior to cruise.
Enjoy the sights of historic downtown Minneapolis complete with a lock through the largest lock on the Mississippi River, at St. Anthony Falls, while viewing the new 35W bridge! Click here to view menu.
Enjoy the sights of historic downtown Minneapolis complete with a lock through the largest lock on the Mississippi River, at St. Anthony Falls, while viewing the new 35W bridge! Click here to view menu.
Groups and Special Cruises
Groups of 20 or more may reserve seating on any of our scheduled public cruises or special cruise times. Brunch, lunch, pizza or dinner options are available for group reservations. Groups of 20 or more are combined with the other public passengers, with reserved tables on the main deck.You may rent our Private "Admirals Room" aboard the Minneapolis Queen exclusively for your event for $250.
The Minneapolis Queen and Paradise Lady are also available for private charters. Contact us for additional information on group reservations or private events.
The Minneapolis Queen is also available for private charters.
Contact us for additional information on group reservations or private events at 952.474.8058 or toll free at 888.559.8058.Pricing Information
Senior Discount (60+) $2.00 offChild Discount (2 -12) 50% off
Infants (under 2) Free
One discount per ticket purchase.
Above prices include port charge and tax.
Fuel Surcharge may apply.
20 Passenger minimum required to cruise.
Gift Certificates available.
American Express, Discover, VISA, and MasterCard accepted.
