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Portland Lunch Cruise: Northwest Cuisine & River Views
4.5
278 Ratings
Portland
Enjoy a memorable lunch in Portland with exquisite Northwest cuisine and captivating river sceneries. This two-hour journey on the Willamette River appeals to both locals and visitors.
Boarding: 11 am
Cruising: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Enjoy a memorable lunch in Portland with exquisite Northwest cuisine and captivating river sceneries. This two-hour journey on the Willamette River appeals to both locals and visitors.
Boarding: 11 am
Cruising: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Hawthorne Bridge - The journey will take you under the Hawthorne Bridge, built in 1910, which holds the title of the oldest vertical lift bridge still in use in the United States. On average, the bridge sees 30,000 vehicles and 5,000 cyclists daily.
- Marquam Bridge - Travel beneath the Marquam Bridge, part of Interstate 5. The main span of the…
- Hawthorne Bridge - The journey will take you under the Hawthorne Bridge, built in 1910, which holds the title of the oldest vertical lift bridge still in use in the United States. On average, the bridge sees 30,000 vehicles and 5,000 cyclists daily.
- Marquam Bridge - Travel beneath the Marquam Bridge, part of Interstate 5. The main span of the Marquam Bridge measures 440 feet, with each of the two side spans measuring 301 feet.
- OMSI - Sail past OMSI and catch a glimpse of the USS Blueback, a Barbel-class submarine from the United States Navy.
- Tilikum Crossing - Tilikum Crossing, Portland’s newest bridge, opened in 2015 and is dedicated to pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport. It features 178 LED lights that change color and speed based on water temperature, tide direction, and river speed.
- Ross Island Bridge - Pass under the Ross Island Bridge, designed by the renowned engineer Gustav Lindenthal, who also designed bridges over the Hudson River in Ohio and many others across the United States.
- Sellwood Bridge - Travel under the Sellwood Bridge, the southernmost bridge in Portland. It is Oregon’s busiest two-lane bridge, accommodating approximately 30,000 vehicles daily. It replaced a two-lane bridge built in 1925 that lasted over 90 years.
- Sellwood Riverfront Park - This 7-acre park is a paradise for dog enthusiasts, featuring an off-leash area and sandy beaches.
- Oaks Amusement Park - Pass by the oldest continuously operating amusement park in the nation. Oaks Amusement Park opened in May 1905 and is located just 3.5 miles south of Downtown Portland.
- Waverley Country Club - Sail past Waverley Country Club, one of the first golf clubs in the western United States, established in 1896. Its history dates back to Henderson Luelling, known as the Johnny Appleseed of the West, 50 years before the club’s construction on its current site. Many believe the tradition of presenting the green jacket at the Masters began at Waverley.
- Elk Rock Island - This island is part of an ancient volcano that erupted around 40 million years ago. The large, jagged rocks throughout the area are Waverley Heights Basalt, formed by lava flows, and may be the oldest exposed rocks in the Portland region.
- Morrison Bridge - Sail under the Morrison Bridge, named after John L. Morrison, a Scottish immigrant who built the first home on Morrison Street.
- Burnside Bridge - Pass under the Burnside Bridge, notable for its Italian Renaissance-style towers, designed by Joseph Strauss, the architect of the famous Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.
- Portland Oregon Sign - The Burnside Bridge offers a fantastic view of the “Portland Oregon” sign, also known as the “White Stag” sign, which will be visible on the port side of the vessel.
- Moda Center - The Rose Quarter campus includes the Veterans Memorial Coliseum and Moda Center. The Moda Center can seat nearly 20,000 people for NBA basketball games and is the current home of the Portland Trail Blazers.
- Steel Bridge - The Steel Bridge is remarkable for its unique design features. It is the only double-deck bridge in the world with independent lifts.
- Oregon Convention Center - The Oregon Convention Center is easily recognizable from the water due to its two blue-green glass spires.
- Tom McCall Waterfront Park - Sail past much of Tom McCall Waterfront Park, which spans 36 acres of open space and hosts a variety of events throughout the year.

What's Included
- Live piano entertainment
- Historical narrative on outer decks
- Reserved table with optional window seating
- Freshly prepared Northwest lunch with entrée selection
- Live piano entertainment
- Historical narrative on outer decks
- Reserved table with optional window seating
- Freshly prepared Northwest lunch with entrée selection
What's Not Included
- Salad, appetizer or dessert (available for purchase)
- Beverages (available for purchase)
- Service gratuity
- Souvenir photo
- Salad, appetizer or dessert (available for purchase)
- Beverages (available for purchase)
- Service gratuity
- Souvenir photo
Additional Information
- 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.
- 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.
Location
1010 SW Naito Pkwy
Southwest Naito Parkway
Please note: A member of the Portland Spirit customer service team will contact you if there are any changes to your boarding location.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(278 Ratings)
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Melissa_n
Mar 8, 2026
Birthday cruise! - It was relaxing and fun scenic river tour. The food was excellent and staff were great. Great way to celebrate my mom's bithday.
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R2891pfdaniellef
Mar 2, 2026
An Unforgettable Experience - Even though I was alone I enjoyed it to the fullest. The food was great. Staff was friendly and helpful. The view of the city from the deck was unforgettable. Loved it!!!
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Velkam_g
Feb 14, 2026
Excellent - Excellent experience, very welcoming. Recommended 100% for family and friends who want to know the Colombian River
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Sikhanyisiwe_n
Jan 20, 2026
I loved it - Best experience ever, viwing the wonderful Portland bridges and a great lunch served!. It was really worth it.
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Coastal68556569076
Jan 11, 2026
First class overall experience from start to finish. Our server was excellent, piano music everything was amazing. - First class experience all the way around from start to finish. Food and host were excellent, made everything feel lovely.
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Christina_q
Dec 28, 2025
Great food, great view, great service - 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.
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Jack_j
Dec 19, 2025
Exceptional Lunch Cruise - 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.
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Linda_d
Nov 29, 2025
Spirit lunch cruise - 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.
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Julia_w
Nov 16, 2025
Easy Elderly Friendly Event - 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.
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Mark_p
Nov 4, 2025
It was a great experience... - It was a great experience for my wife and I. We celebrated our four years anniversary. Will definitely recommend to friends and family.
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