Willamette Falls, Historic Bridges, or Sunset and City Lights Boat Tours - Portland River Tours (Up to 29% Off)
Choose your perfect 2-hour Portland river cruise—Willamette Falls, Historic Bridges, or Sunset & City Lights. Spot eagles, otters, and more while relaxing aboard a fully covered, heated tritoon with cozy blankets and unforgettable views, rain or shine.
Highlights
Choose your adventure with three distinct 2-hour cruises: majestic Willamette Falls, historic Portland bridges, or an enchanting sunset and city lights experience.
Discover abundant wildlife and natural beauty along the Willamette River, spotting osprey, bald eagles, river otters, and more in their natural habitat.
Enjoy ultimate comfort year-round aboard Sweetwater or Pioneer, fully covered and heated tour boats featuring stable three-pontoon design and cozy heated blankets.
Immerse yourself in Portland's rich history and culture, cruising past iconic bridges, beautiful homes, famous movie locations, and the vibrant Port of Portland.
Offer the gift of an unforgettable adventure with a scenic 2-hour river cruise, perfect for celebrating special occasions or enjoying Portland's beauty.
What To Expect
Plan Your Visit
- Operating HoursHours may vary. Please check the merchant's website for the most up-to-date information.
- Tour ScheduleWillamette Falls Boat Tour: Thursday - Saturday at 9 AM.
Portland Historic Bridge Boat Tour: Thursday at 1 PM and Sunday at 9 AM.
Sunset and City Lights Boat Tour: Thursday and Friday at 5 PM.
Schedule subject to change. - DurationEach boat tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
- AccessibilityAccessibility varies by vessel; please contact the captain in advance to arrange accommodations.
Ticket Options
2-Hour Willamette Falls Boat Tour
This guided morning excursion travels south through Lake Oswego to the majestic Willamette Falls, offering sightings of luxury riverfront homes and local wildlife like osprey, sea lions, and beavers. Guests will also see famous Hollywood movie locations and historical landmarks while riding in a heated, weather-protected tour boat.
2-Hour Portland Historic Bridge Boat Tour
This popular guided sunset cruise showcases Portland's city bridges, historical floating homes, a breathtaking sunset over the city, and the stunning city lights after dark. You'll also observe wildlife around the Ross Island natural estuary.
2-Hour Sunset and City Lights Boat Tour
This guided tour focuses on Portland's industrial and architectural heritage, featuring up-close views of the city's ten bridges, including five unique drawbridges and the massive drydocks at the Port of Portland. The route showcases the downtown skyline and active shipping yards, providing a unique perspective on the city's working waterfront and maritime history.
How It Works
1. Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
2. Plan your visit
Follow the link on your Groupon to select the date.
3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Enter your Groupon code at checkout.
4. Enjoy the Experience!
FAQs
What will I see on the Willamette Falls Boat Tour?
On the Willamette Falls tour, you'll witness Portland and Lake Oswego's beautiful homes, various wildlife like osprey, bald eagles, river otters, beavers, and sea lions, along with the majestic Willamette Falls in Oregon City.
What can I expect on the Portland Historic Bridge Boat Tour?
This tour highlights Portland's ten unique bridges (including five historical drawbridges), offers scenic views of the city skyline, and takes you up close to ocean-going ships, huge drydocks, and the bustling Portland shipping yards from the water.
What makes the Sunset and City Lights Boat Tour special?
This popular sunset cruise showcases Portland's city bridges, historical floating homes, a breathtaking sunset over the city, and the stunning city lights after dark. You'll also observe wildlife around the Ross Island natural estuary.
What if the weather is bad during my tour?
All tours operate year-round, rain or shine. Our boats are fully covered and heated, and we provide cozy heated blankets on cooler days to ensure your comfort regardless of the weather.
Are the boats accessible for all passengers?
Accessibility varies on the Sweetwater and Pioneer. Please contact the captain in advance to arrange your accommodations.
What kind of wildlife might I see on the cruise?
The Willamette River is rich with diverse wildlife! During your cruise, you might spot osprey, bald eagles, river otters, beavers, and sea lions in their natural habitat.
Choose your perfect 2-hour Portland river cruise—Willamette Falls, Historic Bridges, or Sunset & City Lights. Spot eagles, otters, and more while relaxing aboard a fully covered, heated tritoon with cozy blankets and unforgettable views, rain or shine.
Highlights
Choose your adventure with three distinct 2-hour cruises: majestic Willamette Falls, historic Portland bridges, or an enchanting sunset and city lights experience.
Discover abundant wildlife and natural beauty along the Willamette River, spotting osprey, bald eagles, river otters, and more in their natural habitat.
Enjoy ultimate comfort year-round aboard Sweetwater or Pioneer, fully covered and heated tour boats featuring stable three-pontoon design and cozy heated blankets.
Immerse yourself in Portland's rich history and culture, cruising past iconic bridges, beautiful homes, famous movie locations, and the vibrant Port of Portland.
Offer the gift of an unforgettable adventure with a scenic 2-hour river cruise, perfect for celebrating special occasions or enjoying Portland's beauty.
What To Expect
Plan Your Visit
- Operating HoursHours may vary. Please check the merchant's website for the most up-to-date information.
- Tour ScheduleWillamette Falls Boat Tour: Thursday - Saturday at 9 AM.
Portland Historic Bridge Boat Tour: Thursday at 1 PM and Sunday at 9 AM.
Sunset and City Lights Boat Tour: Thursday and Friday at 5 PM.
Schedule subject to change. - DurationEach boat tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
- AccessibilityAccessibility varies by vessel; please contact the captain in advance to arrange accommodations.
Ticket Options
2-Hour Willamette Falls Boat Tour
This guided morning excursion travels south through Lake Oswego to the majestic Willamette Falls, offering sightings of luxury riverfront homes and local wildlife like osprey, sea lions, and beavers. Guests will also see famous Hollywood movie locations and historical landmarks while riding in a heated, weather-protected tour boat.
2-Hour Portland Historic Bridge Boat Tour
This popular guided sunset cruise showcases Portland's city bridges, historical floating homes, a breathtaking sunset over the city, and the stunning city lights after dark. You'll also observe wildlife around the Ross Island natural estuary.
2-Hour Sunset and City Lights Boat Tour
This guided tour focuses on Portland's industrial and architectural heritage, featuring up-close views of the city's ten bridges, including five unique drawbridges and the massive drydocks at the Port of Portland. The route showcases the downtown skyline and active shipping yards, providing a unique perspective on the city's working waterfront and maritime history.
How It Works
1. Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
2. Plan your visit
Follow the link on your Groupon to select the date.
3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Enter your Groupon code at checkout.
4. Enjoy the Experience!
FAQs
What will I see on the Willamette Falls Boat Tour?
On the Willamette Falls tour, you'll witness Portland and Lake Oswego's beautiful homes, various wildlife like osprey, bald eagles, river otters, beavers, and sea lions, along with the majestic Willamette Falls in Oregon City.
What can I expect on the Portland Historic Bridge Boat Tour?
This tour highlights Portland's ten unique bridges (including five historical drawbridges), offers scenic views of the city skyline, and takes you up close to ocean-going ships, huge drydocks, and the bustling Portland shipping yards from the water.
What makes the Sunset and City Lights Boat Tour special?
This popular sunset cruise showcases Portland's city bridges, historical floating homes, a breathtaking sunset over the city, and the stunning city lights after dark. You'll also observe wildlife around the Ross Island natural estuary.
What if the weather is bad during my tour?
All tours operate year-round, rain or shine. Our boats are fully covered and heated, and we provide cozy heated blankets on cooler days to ensure your comfort regardless of the weather.
Are the boats accessible for all passengers?
Accessibility varies on the Sweetwater and Pioneer. Please contact the captain in advance to arrange your accommodations.
What kind of wildlife might I see on the cruise?
The Willamette River is rich with diverse wildlife! During your cruise, you might spot osprey, bald eagles, river otters, beavers, and sea lions in their natural habitat.
Need To Know Info
- Online reservation required.
- Subject to availability.
- Each Groupon is for a single individual.
- May purchase multiple Groupons to accommodate your group size.
- Valid only for public tours, not valid for private tours.
- Tours are BYOB - You are always welcome to bring your own food, wine, hors d’oeuvres, and coffee!
- Be advised that a minimum of four total people are required for a trip to operate (includes participants not in your party).
- Gratuity not included.