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Get a new perspective of St. Louis’ working riverfront aboard the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. The Tom Sawyer, a 19th-century replica, transports guests to a time when steamboats ruled the river, and cruises are narrated by captains from the National Park Service, who bring the history of the Mighty Mississippi to life. Whether visitors choose a one-hour sightseeing cruise, two-hour brunch cruise or two-hour dinner cruise, they’ll learn about the river’s role in the country’s history as well as its impact on St. Louis’ economy to this day.Enjoy a St. Louis Riverboat Cruise
Whether you choose a one-hour sightseeing cruise, two-hour brunch cruise or two-hour dinner cruise, they’ll learn about the river’s role in the country’s history as well as its impact on St. Louis’ economy.
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50 South L.K. Sullivan Blvd.
St. Louis,
MO
63102
TripAdvisor Rating:
476 Reviews | Write a ReviewA very nice ride to see the Mighty Mississippi and the St Louis Sites from the water.
Reviewed By Ward D July 2026I recently took the Arch Riverboat tour in St. Louis, Missouri, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It offers a fantastic perspective of the city from the water that you simply can't get from...
Full ReviewLovely cruise
Reviewed By LoisE81 May 2026I was a bit nervous booking the riverboat cruise along with the Gateway Arch tram, but we thought it would be a shame to be in St Louis and not get out onto the river. Despite some of the negative...
Full ReviewRiverboat Dinner Cruise-Don’t do it!
Reviewed By dandjcrow April 2026We arrived early for the Riverboat Dinner Cruise and were annoyed to find that the dock bar was closed. But, we stayed excited for the trip and dinner. When we boarded we were seated on the 2nd...
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TripAdvisor Rating:
476 Reviews | Write a ReviewA very nice ride to see the Mighty Mississippi and the St Louis Sites from the water.
Reviewed By Ward D July 2026I recently took the Arch Riverboat tour in St. Louis, Missouri, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It offers a fantastic perspective of the city from the water that you simply can't get from...
Full ReviewLovely cruise
Reviewed By LoisE81 May 2026I was a bit nervous booking the riverboat cruise along with the Gateway Arch tram, but we thought it would be a shame to be in St Louis and not get out onto the river. Despite some of the negative...
Full ReviewRiverboat Dinner Cruise-Don’t do it!
Reviewed By dandjcrow April 2026We arrived early for the Riverboat Dinner Cruise and were annoyed to find that the dock bar was closed. But, we stayed excited for the trip and dinner. When we boarded we were seated on the 2nd...
Full Review