MINNEAPOLIS QUEEN RIVERBOAT CRUISE - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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MINNEAPOLIS QUEEN RIVERBOAT CRUISE - Minneapolis, Minnesota

A delightful way to spend a day is on a relaxing cruise on the Mississippi River! If you have never experienced a trip on a paddle wheeler, you will thoroughly enjoy a riverboat cruise through historic downtown Minneapolis. This brand new 125 passenger Minneapolis Queen is conveniently located at Boom Island Park in the heart of the Minneapolis Riverfront District, phone 612-378-7966, toll free 888-791-6220.

Sightseeing cruises are available in spring, summer and fall on a first come basis, but reservations are recommended. Specialty and Cocktail Cruises require reservations though. Boarding begins 15 minutes before departure time for all cruises which leave from Boom Island Park in downtown Minneapolis. For passenger convenience and comfort, the interior upper and lower decks are climate controlled, wheelchair accessible and equipped with restrooms.

The cruise route of the Minneapolis Queen will take you along the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway and Heritage Trail, past Nicollet Island and through the lock at historic St. Anthony Falls. After going through the lock, the Queen cruises under the Stone Arch Bridge past the Mill City Museum and Mill Ruins Park. You will also see St. Anthony Falls, Riverplace, Father Hennipen Bluff Park and the skyline of downtown Minneapolis.

In addition to individuals and families, many groups and organizations have chosen to host their special events on the Minneapolis Queen for such activities as:

• Graduation parties
• Company picnics
• Social mixers
• School groups
• Business meetings
• Association events
• Conventions
• Fund raisers
• Alumni gatherings
• Board meetings

The Public Cruise Schedule is as follows:

Monday thru Sunday:
• Monday – Sunday noon – 1:30 am
• Thursday – Sunday 2 pm – 3:30 pm
Sightseeing and Lock Cruise - $16.95 per person
A narrated tour through historic downtown Minneapolis is provided through the lock at St. Anthony Falls. Snacks and beverages may be purchased.

The Minneapolis Queen’s most popular cruise – Cocktail and Pizza Cruise $21.95 per person – provides a narrated cruise on the Mississippi River thru downtown Minneapolis going thru the upper St. Anthony Falls while enjoying the beautiful Minneapolis skyline. Two for one drink tickets are included along with complimentary pizza. Hours are from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.

Sunset and Two for One Cocktail Cruise - $19.95 per person – This package includes a cruise on the Mississippi River thru downtown Minneapolis going thru the upper falls along with two for one drink tickets and a full cash bar. Hours are from 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm.

Friday Night Dinner Cruise - $49.95 per person – This cruise will take you through both the upper and lower St. Anthony locks with a view of the upper falls and the beauty of the Minneapolis evening skyline taking you past the U of M Campus. Hours are from 6:30 pm thru 9:00 pm. Dinner menu features:

CARVED BEEF TENDERLOIN
WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO SAUCE
OR HERB ENCRUSTED CHICKEN BREAST
Served with Field Green Dinner Salad,
Garlic Mashed Potatoes,
Steamed Vegetable Medley,
Assorted Breads and Rolls, Dessert