2-hour Lunch Cruise on Willamette River
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Portland, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy lunch along the Willamette River on a 2-hour cruise in Portland. Great for newcomers and locals alike, the leisurely cruise presents an expansive vista of Portland from the water. In addition to exceptional views and food, the afternoon tour also includes commentary from your captain and live entertainment. Prepared with local ingredients, your meal can be upgraded to include an appetizer and dessert.
- Experience Portland from the Willamette River
- Enjoy live entertainment during your meal
- Eat a freshly prepared Northwest lunch
- Listen to live commentary about the city’s landmarks
What's Included
- Fresh prepared Northwest lunch with choice of entrée
- Private reserved table (Window seating not guaranteed)
- Live piano music
- Historical narration available on outer decks (or bring headphones for your cell phone)
- Salad, appetizer or dessert (available for purchase)
- Beverages (available for purchase)
- Service gratuity
- Souvenir photo
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1010 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204, USA
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 activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Hawthorne Bridge (Pass By)
Marquam Bridge (Pass By)
OMSI (Pass By)
Tilikum Crossing (Pass By)
Ross Island Bridge (Pass By)
Sellwood Bridge (Pass By)
Sellwood Riverfront Park (Pass By)
Oaks Amusement Park (Pass By)
Waverley Country Club (Pass By)
Elk Rock Island (Pass By)
Morrison Bridge (Pass By)
Burnside Bridge (Pass By)
Portland Oregon Sign (Pass By)
Moda Center (Pass By)
Steel Bridge (Pass By)
Oregon Convention Center (Pass By)
Tom McCall Waterfront Park (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 280 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.6
based on 292 reviews
Neelam_D, May 2026
“We had a great experience overall. The views were amazing, and our server was very sweet and attentive. The food was good with generous portion sizes. The boat and bathrooms were both very clean and well-maintained. There was a pianist playing throughout the cruise, and guests even had the option to request their favorite songs, which made the atmosphere even more enjoyable. The boat crew was also very friendly and welcoming. We ordered drinks from the bar as well, and they were excellent.”
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for such a detailed and thoughtful review of your Portland Spirit Lunch Cruise! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the views, attentive service, live piano music and welcoming atmosphere from our crew. It’s great to know the food, drinks, and cleanliness all stood out as well. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon.
Joanne_B, May 2026
A lovely lunch, a little history- great experience. High quality food and drink with wonderful service and attention to detail.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful recommendation of the Portland Spirit Lunch Cruise! We’re glad you enjoyed the food, drinks, service, and learning a bit about the history along the river. It’s always a pleasure sharing Portland from the water, and we hope to welcome you aboard again soon.
Kelly_P, May 2026
Everyone was very friendly. Food was wonderful. We had a great service.
Our waiter was a singer as well!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the kind review of the Portland Spirit Lunch Cruise! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the friendly crew, wonderful food and great service. And how fun that your waiter added a little live music to the experience! We hope to see you again soon on the river.
Kate_L, May 2026
The food was an unexpected delight of gourmet quality!! The staff were friendly, helpful, and full of answers to our questions. Captain Buswell was wonderful, our server Peter was professional, efficient, and very kind, and the singer, Piper, was phenomenal!! The views were terrific on both sides of the ship.
Response from Host, May 2026
Wow — thank you for such a wonderful review! We’re thrilled the food exceeded expectations and that the service, entertainment and views all made for such a memorable experience. Captain Buswell, Peter, and Piper will be so happy to hear your kind words. We’re lucky to have such a talented and caring crew. Thank you for joining us on the Portland Spirit Lunch Cruise, and we hope to welcome you back aboard again soon.
Jennifer_A, May 2026
Relaxing, enjoyable trip. Everyone enjoyed their food choices and the scenery. Staff friendly and helpful.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the kind review of the Portland Spirit Lunch Cruise! We’re so glad everyone enjoyed their meals, the beautiful scenery, and the relaxing atmosphere on the river. We’ll be sure to share your compliments with our crew. We hope to see you back aboard again soon!
Marcia_P, May 2026
The meal was delicious better than any I've had on similar experiences and staff very attentive. My one complaint is that the windows near where I was sitting for lunch were very dirty and smeared with finger prints making the view much less enjoyable.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for cruising with us and for your thoughtful feedback. We’re thrilled to hear the meal exceeded your expectations and that our staff took great care of you.
We also appreciate you bringing the window condition to our attention. Cleanliness and presentation are important to us, and we’ll be sharing your comments with our team so we can prevent that from happening in the future. Thank you again for the feedback, and we hope to welcome you back aboard the Portland Spirit again soon.
Jan_W, May 2026
You might want to arrive 30 minutes early so you can be seated in the upper dining hall where it’s much warmer. But just in case, be sure to bring a sweater or jacket, even if you’re going on a warm day. We went in May, it was in the low 70s, but the wind out on the bow was quite chilly. Also, we were seated on the bottom deck (we didn’t get there early 😉) for lunch, and the AC was chilly.
Still, it was a great experience! The staff is top notch, very friendly and very accommodating. Our waiter, Mori, was just the best! The food was excellent, the music was lovely, and the cruise itself was so enjoyable. It was great to see the Portland landscape from a whole different vantage point. Loved every minute of it, hope to do it again, and I highly recommend it for any occasion, but especially for a special occasion. Our trip was very special, a young man popped the question, and she said yes!! Go! You won’t regret it!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for such a thoughtful and fun review of the Portland Spirit Lunch Cruise! We also appreciate the helpful tips for future guests, such as bringing a light sweater or jacket for the outer decks.
We’re thrilled to hear you loved the food, music, scenery and overall experience. Mori will be so happy to hear your kind words. He truly does a wonderful job making guests feel welcome and cared for.
Thank you again for the recommendation and for cruising with us. We hope to welcome you back aboard the Portland Spirit again soon .
AnnaMaria_C, May 2026
Nice views. Good food. Good service. We enjoyed the ride and seeing the sights. The bridges were cool. We did the lunch cruise and we will do the evening cruise next time.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for cruising with us on the Portland Spirit Lunch Cruise! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the views, food, service and sightseeing along the river — especially the bridges. We’d love to welcome you back for an evening dinner cruise next time so you can experience the city lights from the water as well.
Jenn_F, May 2026
2nd trip! Love the experience every time! Service was excellent! Views incredible! Loved learning about the bridges.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for joining us again on the Portland Spirit! It means so much to hear you’ve loved the experience both times. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the service, incredible views and learning about Portland’s iconic bridges. We can’t wait to welcome you back aboard for trip number three!
Lisa_V, May 2026
Great hospitality and service on the lunch cruise. Staff was very welcoming and accommodating. The ramp was steep and the captain walked my mother up, supporting her with his arm. They have a wheelchair they offered, but she wanted to walk. The food choices were varied and yummy. Kids meal was chicken tenders. Would definitely recommend the experience and would want to come back to experience their evening cruise.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful review and recommendation! We’re so glad our crew could assist your mother and make everyone feel comfortable and welcome. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the food options as well. We’d love to have you back aboard to experience an evening cruise next time. Our sunset dinner cruises are particularly beautiful this time of year.
Sonya_N, May 2026
Very accommodating to our seniors and most helpful. Food was quite good and table service great. Sitting on the lower deck we had good conversation with crew stationed there. Captain Cody Peck was a true gentleman in helping those with a little need to board and disembark the boat.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for cruising with us and sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear our team made the cruise comfortable and enjoyable, especially for the seniors in the group. Captain Cody will appreciate the kind words. Taking extra care during boarding and disembarking is something we take great pride in. We hope to see you back on the river again soon.
Caroline_J, Apr 2026
Fantastic! Everything was wonderful. Food, service, from beginning to end was a great experience. Definitely worth it!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We love hearing this, thank you! We’re so glad everything from the food to the service made for a wonderful experience from start to finish. We appreciate you cruising with us and hope to welcome you back aboard again soon!
Noah_M, Mar 2026
Wonderful experience with this crew. Lunch was prepared well and we enjoyed the views. 10/10 experience when visiting Portland or if you’re a local.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the lunch, the views and the hospitality from our crew. Hearing it was a 10/10 means so much to us. We hope to see you again in the future.
Shannon_G, Mar 2026
I booked this on a whim and im so happy I did. My husband and I wanted to celebrate our 11 yr anniversary in a new way and this was definitely a beautiful way to do it. Every single thing about this experience was a 10 out of 10. The boat was beautiful, and ambiance was perfect, romantic but comfortable. The service was fantastic. Our server Cory was absolutely amazing. He was so friendly and attentive and truly engaged with us. We laughed and joked and they made announcements on the boat for everyone celebrating and he even sang a beautiful Frank Sinatra song to all of us celebrating and he had a beautiful voice! The food absolutely fantastic!! I can not say enough about this beautiful experience. I highly recommend going you won't be sorry!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
What a wonderful way to celebrate your 11-year anniversary — thank you for choosing to spend it with us! We’re thrilled to hear the entire experience felt like a 10 out of 10, from the ambiance and food to the service. Cory will be so happy to hear your kind words. He loves connecting with guests, and we’re glad his singing and personality made the day even more memorable. Thank you for the heartfelt recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back aboard in the future.
Hannah_B, Mar 2026
Went for my sisters birthday & Everyone was very nice, but to expect slow service for a 2 hour experience. However having very polite service makes up for that. If you’re wondering if there is a bathroom, yes there is.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for celebrating your sister’s birthday with us and for sharing your experience. We’re so glad to hear our crew made a positive impression with their friendly and polite service.
We appreciate your note about the pacing as well. Service speed can vary a bit depending on boarding flow. If many guests arrive at the same time, it can slow things down initially as everyone gets settled. We recommend arriving right when boarding opens for the fastest service. We’re glad the quality of service helped make up for the wait, and we truly appreciate your patience and feedback. We hope to welcome you back aboard again for another cruise in the future.
Melissa_N, Mar 2026
It was relaxing and fun scenic river tour. The food was excellent and staff were great. Great way to celebrate my mom's bithday.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for celebrating your mom’s birthday with us! We’re so glad the lunch cruise was a relaxing and scenic way to mark the occasion. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the food, and that our staff helped make the day special. We hope to welcome you and your family back aboard again soon.
Sikhanyisiwe_N, Jan 2026
Best experience ever, viwing the wonderful Portland bridges and a great lunch served!. It was really worth it.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
We’re so happy to hear you had such a great time on the Portland Spirit lunch cruise! Seeing Portland’s beautiful bridges from the river really is something special, and we’re glad the lunch made the experience even better. Thank you for cruising with us and for sharing your kind words. We hope to welcome you back aboard again soon.
Christina_Q, Dec 2025
Beautiful view and excellent food. All the houses on the river were beautiful, but some were castle-like. Because there were so many people, I expected the food to taste more “mass prepared”, but i was pleasantly surprised. I got the Parmesan chicken and it was plump and nicely cooked. The dessert was also delicious. Also, my mom required wheelchair assistance and the crew was amazing. They took her from the loading area down the huge gangway and when it was time to leave they came right up to the table and brought her all the way to our car.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
What a joy to read this — thank you for sharing such thoughtful details about your experience. We love hearing that the food exceeded expectations and that the Parmesan chicken and dessert were standouts. Even more meaningful to us is your note about your mom’s wheelchair assistance. Our crew truly cares about making sure every guest feels comfortable and supported from arrival all the way back to their car, and we’re so glad that care came through. We hope to welcome your family back on the river again soon.
Jack_J, Dec 2025
Fantastic food, service, music, and views. I was very surprised as to the quality of the food. This was a first class dining experience with some wonderful wines to accompany the food. Service was timely and very upbeat and friendly. Kelsey and Lacey were top notch.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We’re so happy to hear your lunch cruise exceeded expectations. It’s wonderful to know the food, wine, music, and views all came together for a first-class dining experience. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Kelsey and Lacey. They’ll be thrilled to hear they made such a great impression. We hope to welcome you back on board again soon.
Linda_D, Nov 2025
The food was very good. One of us has GF, nut, dairy allergies and accommodated that easily. There was a pup o player that made the atmosphere even more festive. We were able to walk around the boat and had plenty of time to just relax. Our waitress was very attentive and our glasses kept full.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for joining us on the Portland Spirit lunch cruise and for sharing this lovely review. I’m happy to hear that the food hit the mark and that our team was able to accommodate the gluten-free, nut, and dairy allergies with ease. We want everyone to relax and enjoy their meal comfortably.
I’m also glad the piano music added to the experience and that you had plenty of time to explore the boat and take in the views. I’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing day on the river.
Julia_W, Nov 2025
Really nice event for people with elderly relatives. Easily accessible restrooms on dining floor, climate-controlled viewing on intermediate deck and shelters on main/exposed deck make all weather conditions viable for a nice cruise/tour.
NOTE: travel up/down the pier can be accommodated with a wheelchair.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review of the Portland Spirit lunch cruise! We’re so glad to hear the cruise worked well for your group, and that the climate-controlled decks and easy access to restrooms helped make the experience comfortable for everyone. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back aboard soon!
Mark_P, Nov 2025
It was a great experience for my wife and I. We celebrated our four years anniversary. Will definitely recommend to friends and family.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience on the Portland Spirit lunch cruise! We are so glad you and your wife enjoyed celebrating your four-year anniversary with us. We very much appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you both back aboard soon.
Cynthia_M, Oct 2025
Wonderful experience. Great food with generous portions. All on the crew were so polite. Great beverage options. Our server, Kelsey, was a delight.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review, Cynthia! We’re so happy you had a wonderful experience on the Portland Spirit lunch cruise and you enjoyed the food, generous portions, and beverage options. Kelsey and the whole crew will be so happy to hear your kind words. We can’t wait to welcome you back aboard soon!
Sharon_G, Oct 2025
The brunch cruise was excellent! The staff and food were amazing!!! We were greeted by the captain who was very personable and friendly. We would definitely do this cruise again.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for cruising with us and taking the time to leave a review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the cruise, food and the service from our staff. It’s wonderful to know that our captain made such a friendly impression on you as well. We can’t wait to welcome you back aboard for another Portland Spirit cruise!
JCK_M, Sep 2025
This is very nice family experience, the crews were very helpful and food is great and top that off with great trip you have very calming piano music. I would love to do it again with friends next time
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for choosing to celebrate a birthday with us! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food, the friendly service and the calming piano music. We’d love to welcome you and your friends for another Portland Spirit lunch cruise in the future!
Craig_C, Sep 2025
The service was exceptional and the food really good and there were options. Views were good and also add on options reasonable
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for joining us on the Portland Spirit Lunch Cruise! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the exceptional service, tasty food and beautiful views. We’re glad the add-on options felt reasonable, too. We’d love to welcome you back for another cruise soon!
Linda_V, Sep 2025
Smooth quiet ship. Great food. Beautiful views of amazing homes. Wonderful jazz music by pianist. Thank you
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for cruising with us! We’re delighted you enjoyed the smooth ride, delicious food, and the views along the river. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with our team. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Donna_S, Sep 2025
I highly recommend! Very relaxing, the staff was exceptional, and the food was very good! Also, wonderful pianist.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for cruising with us on the Portland Spirit lunch cruise! We’re delighted to hear you had a relaxing afternoon and enjoyed the food, our attentive staff, and the live piano music. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on board soon!
Patricia_J, Sep 2025
We definitely enjoyed the relaxing boat ride along the river. The main course of the food was quite good.
We were looking forward to the narration along the way and expected to hear it over a PA system, but that was only available on the 3rd (open air) deck. Dining was on the 1st two decks and while one of us had ear buds with us, the others did not. That was a disappointment.
The prepaid dining included the main course and a specific dessert selection. For an additional charge, appetizers and alternative desserts were available for purchase onboard. As a matter of principal, we did not make additional dining purchases. I expect that when I prepay for a lunch or dinner cruise, I’d receive the entire meal and not be nickel and dimed at mealtime.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for joining us on the Portland Spirit lunch cruise and for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the relaxing time on the river and your main course. We’re sorry for the disappointment with the narration. While it is streamed through personal devices on the dining decks and on speakers on the top deck/bow (as you mentioned), we’re always happy to provide an extra set of headphones, a printed version of the narration, or even an iPod to borrow during the cruise if notified. Our crew is glad to assist with this anytime on board.
Regarding the menu, each ticket includes freshly baked bread, an entrée, and a house dessert, with appetizers and alternative desserts available for purchase as enhancements. It's not meant to nickel and dime, but rather give people options while keeping the cost of the cruise itself as low as possible. Including more options or food would result in higher ticket prices.
We truly appreciate your feedback and we will share it with our entire management team for consideration.
Edward_H, Aug 2025
This was a very pleasant afternoon. Come prepared to eat a lot. Excellent staff, first rate pilot and wonderful food.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for joining us on our lunch cruise! We’re happy to hear you had a pleasant afternoon, enjoyed the food, and appreciated the service from our staff and captain. It’s wonderful to know you left satisfied and happy, and we hope to welcome you back aboard soon!
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