Tours/Portland/Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise
Viator · group up to 400 pax

Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise

4.4(107)Portland1 hour
VIATOR4.3(92)TRIPADVISOR4.6(15)

Description

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.

Tour Options

Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise

Itinerary

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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.

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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.

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

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

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

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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.

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

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

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

Highlights

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

What's included

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
Not included
No meal included (food & drinks can be purchased on board)

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • 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.

Reviews(107)

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Manuel_G
June 21, 2026
They need to get rid of their photographer

I was aggressively yelled at by whoever you hired as a photographer for my Happy Hour Sightseeing tour on Saturday June 20th, 2026 3:30. This was utterly disrespectful and no way to treat a customer for what is supposed to be a premium experience. Your employees should treat your guests with respect not embarrass them in front of all the other passengers. This was completely unacceptable and ruined what should have otherwise been a good experience.

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jorge_i
June 16, 2026
Fun, informational quick...

Fun, informational quick trip down river. Spacious boat cabin, not much deck space so get there early if you want a seat in top observation deck.

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Liz_T
June 14, 2026
Great!

Great experience!! Perfect accommodations and very nice staff. Would be a great date night, though we just did it for fun!

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Tammy_G
June 14, 2026
Children Included in Happy Hour

The Happy Hour cruise INCLUDES children. Buyer Beware! We thought because it was a happy hour cruise there would be no children and we were hoping more for a fun adult cruise with great music and a great happy hour venue.

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Mary_R
April 25, 2026
See the Willamette Bridges from the Water

It was a fun and relaxing way to see the Willamette River and learn a little about the region. We had a lovely sunny day and cocktails, perfect.

Operator response

Thank you for joining us on the Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise! We’re so glad you had a relaxing time enjoying the Willamette River on a sunny day with cocktails in hand. We appreciate you cruising with us and hope to welcome you back aboard again soon.

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Eric P
October 29, 2025
Temple Pattons Portland River

PLAN TO BE HERE 45 MINUTES BEFORE BOAT LEAVES THE DOCK! Traffic was diverted from our hotel crossing the bridge and then a train stopped for 30 minutes between us and the boat. A friendly crew member helped my mobility restricted husband navigate getting onto the boat and down the boat ramp. There was seating inside and outside the boat. We enjoyed a seafood sampler platter onboard, which was perfect for two. Upon arrival a photographer took our picture, which was printed upon departure. Beautiful tour of the river!

Operator response

We’re so glad you were able to make it aboard despite the travel challenges. It sounds like quite the adventure before your cruise even began! It’s wonderful to hear how our crew assisted your husband up and down the ramp, and that you enjoyed the seafood sampler. Thank you for sharing your experience and for the helpful tip for future guests. We hope to welcome you both back soon!

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Gretta_G
September 29, 2025
Cruising along

This was a great way to see the bridges and the city. The staff is amazing! Truly enjoyed this experience ❤️

Operator response

Thank you for joining us on one of the last Happy Hour cruises of the season, and for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed seeing Portland from the water and had a great experience with our crew. We hope to welcome you aboard again in the future. ❤️

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B6621PJvictoriac
September 24, 2025
Great cruise

Booked this experience for my in laws and they loved it!! We listed “birthday” as the reason for the trip, and they were so surprised when they announced happy birthday to both their names while they were on the trip! It made it such a memorable cruise for them and we really appreciated that they did that. They had a great time all around, and said they would recommend this!

Operator response

Thank you for celebrating your in-laws’ special day with us! We’re thrilled they enjoyed the surprise birthday shout-outs and had a memorable time on the Happy Hour Cruise. It means a lot that they’d recommend us, and we’d love to welcome you all back aboard in the future!

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446eha
September 24, 2025
Love!

Amazing view amazing experience! 10/0 recommend if you’re bored, need something to do. take a friend out. relaxing & calm. an hour & half get away! good support staff.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our Happy Hour Cruise on the Portland Spirit! We’re so glad you enjoyed the views, relaxing atmosphere, and attentive crew. We love that you’d recommend it for a fun getaway with friends, and we hope to welcome you back for another cruise soon!

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Tracy_H
September 22, 2025
Great guided tour on the...

Great guided tour on the water. Good food and drinks and very friendly crew. Loved this tour. No issues.

Operator response

Thank you for joining our Happy Hour Cruise on the Portland Spirit! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the guided tour, food and drinks, and our friendly crew. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon!

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