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Enjoy a different vantage point of Bismarck, from the river! Come aboard the Lewis and Clark Riverboat and experience the Missouri river at its finest, with sweeping views of the river and surroundings. Cruises last one to one and a half hours with lunch and dinner cruises offered for the public, as well as opportunities for private functions. Make sure to secure reservations online, as onsite tickets sell out fast!

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About Lewis and Clark Riverboat

When you think of the mighty Missouri River in the 1930s, you think of the proud tradition that is the riverboat!

The Lewis & Clark Riverboat is located in that historic port of Bismarck, and keeps up this tradition that has been an iconic of the American river system for so many years. Did you know they used to come all the way from St. Louis to the trading ports in the great northwest, nearly a century ago?

Now you can follow in their footsteps and travel along this amazing stretch of water!

There are a number of tours with the Lewis & Clark Riverboat that you can pick from. This makes sure you can find something perfect for your family! With a first come, first serve seating plan, it pays to be keen!

The week starts with the Monday Madness Cruise. Why is it madness? Because you get a super discount! This 90 minute cruise takes you along the water in an evening where kids can check out the sites that pass them - maybe some wildlife!

Tuesday brings you...wait...what's that delicious smell?  It's the pizza cruise! Yum! A favorite for kids! Wednesday there are two options, with the evening cruise and that beautiful sunset cruise. It's nice to have a chance and experience something a little more magical! 

Thursdays offer you what we know the kids will love - the Smokin' BBQ Dinner Cruise! Yum! 90 minutes of delicious flavors and amazing views! 

Friday, Saturday AND Sunday bring you lunch cruises, pizza cruises, and sunset cruises...so you certainly have plenty to choose from! 

See North Dakota from a whole new angle, and feel that part of history surround you!

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Adults Cruises $10 to $34.95

Children Cruises $8.95 to $29.95

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They bring history back to life with their beautiful riverboat!

I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Lewis and Clark Riverboat?

Book the lunch cruise, pizza cruise or the Smokin' BBQ cruise and you get food included! Yum!

Any top tips when visiting?

Boarding is 20 minutes prior to departure, but get their earlier because the top deck fills up quickly!

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They have special group rates for up to 100 people, so why not give them a call to see what they can do for your students! A unique experience for them!

Does Lewis and Clark Riverboat have healthy eating or Vegan options?

If you book a cruise without food, just bring your own snacks and water to enjoy!

Is Lewis and Clark Riverboat fully accessible?

Give them a call to discuss the accessibility for wheelchairs.

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Cruises range from 60 minutes to 90 minutes

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Lewis and Clark Riverboat returns to the Missouri River

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - The Lewis and Clark Riverboat is now ready to cruise up and down the Missouri River.

The 62-ton boat was hoisted into the river Friday morning. New carpet and a resurfaced bar are restored features guests can look forward to this season. The Missouri River podcast will also be played before each cruise begins.

“Last summer, the riverboat was in a little earlier than this, but, of course, we had a winter that pushed really late this year,” said Aaron Barth with the Missouri Valley Heritage Alliance.

The boat will undock for its first public cruise of the season on May 26 for its 32nd year. The boat first launched in 1991.

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Once a common sight along Midwestern rivers, paddleboats provided a quick route to river towns. Communities tried to outbid one another to be a riverboat port. It was often the difference between a town surviving or eventually becoming a ghost town. Today, exploring the Midwest via paddleboat offers a relaxing opportunity to learn about an area’s history as well as view attractions from a different angle. Enjoy a drink or a bite to eat, grab a seat in the enclosed lower level or outside on the top deck and have fun experiencing the Midwest like an old-time traveler.

You’ll find riverboats from St. Paul to St. Louis on the Mississippi River and along the Missouri River from Omaha to Bismarck. They’re also on big lakes, such as Lake Superior and Clear Lake, Iowa. While not all riverboats are paddleboats, each offers a special experience.

Here’s a look at nine of my favorite boat tours in the Midwest.

1. Lady Of The Lake

Clear lake, iowa.

Clear Lake quickly became one of my favorite cities in the country. Having visited the small city several times over the years, the lake gives me a special feeling. Lady of the Lake rates as one of the best paddleboats in the Midwest. The 90-minute ride around Clear Lake includes comments from the boat’s captain regarding the history of the glacier-created body of water and information about the area. I have a personal connection to Lady of the Lake because it was the last ferry on the Missouri River. It provided transportation across the river between Niobrara, Nebraska, and Running Water, South Dakota. When my niece was born at a hospital in South Dakota, our family rode the ferry across the river en route to the rural hospital. When the owner stopped offering ferry service, he renovated it as a riverboat. It was later sold to a group looking to bring a paddleboat to Clear Lake.

Pro Tip : Lady of the Lake offers lake tours from Memorial Day weekend to mid-September.

2. Padelford Riverboats

St. paul, minnesota.

From the urban skyline to eagles, herons, and other wildlife, a ride on the Mississippi River aboard a Padelford Riverboats tour features unique views of the Twin Cities. Enjoy your tour from the enclosed first floor or step outside and take in the views from along the railings. The spacious upper deck gives an unobstructed view of the river’s scenery. With 90- and 120-minute tours, Padelford Riverboats tours include sightseeing, lunch, and sunset cruises.

Pro Tip : Padelford offers cruises in the Twin Cities area from May through October.

3. Riverboat Twilight

Leclaire, iowa.

Take a 2-day cruise or a 90-minute scenic tour with the Riverboat Twilight . A 2-day cruise along the Mississippi River offers a unique trip on the Twilight riverboat. Boarding early in the morning at LeClaire, the birthplace of Buffalo Bill Cody, the 2-day cruise travels upriver to Dubuque, taking you past picturesque river towns while you view American bald eagles and other wildlife along the water. Docking in Dubuque in the afternoon, you’ll spend the evening and the following morning exploring the northeastern Iowa city. Your cruise includes admission to the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium. Your trip also provides an overnight stay at the Grand Harbor Resort.

The Twilight’s sightseeing tour takes you upriver along the Mississippi River, offering looks at beautiful scenery hugging the shoreline. You’ll see wildlife and pass quaint river towns as the boat’s captain shares stories of the river’s past and interesting sights. The tour includes a complimentary soft drink.

Pro Tip : While lunch and snacks are offered on the cruise, no meals are served on the local sightseeing cruise. You’ll want to bring a bag lunch if you’d like to eat during the tour. River cruises run from late April until late October.

4. Mark Twain Riverboat

Hannibal, missouri.

Grab a seat on the top deck of the Mark Twain Riverboat , and your imagination takes you back to the days of Mark Twain’s Huck Finn, Tom Sawyer, and Becky Thatcher. You may even envision the legendary author sitting at a nearby table, sipping an iced tea, enjoying the sightseeing tour with you. The hour-long tour explores the Mississippi River that Samuel Clemens — Mark Twain’s real name — made famous with his novels about his childhood in Hannibal. The Mississippi River valley is beautiful, with plush trees butting up against the shoreline, offering great views of American bald eagles and other wildlife. The narrated tour includes a look at the area’s history and legends.

Pro Tip : The Mark Twain Riverboat sails April through early November.

5. Celebration Belle

Moline, illinois.

Board at Moline and the Celebration Belle takes you past the cities joining Moline as the Quad Cities — Davenport, Iowa, Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island, Illinois. While you enjoy the area’s skyline, the 90-minute paddleboat cruise includes a bit of history as you travel past Rock Island Arsenal, opened in 1832, and the site of the country’s largest military weapons installation. You’re also likely to see waterfowl enjoying their own cruise, sitting on logs floating downriver.

The almost 40-year-old company also offers themed cruises, Iunch and dinner tours, as well as overnight excursions.

Pro Tip : The Celebration Belle’s tours run mid-April through October.

6. Riverboats At The Gateway Arch

St. louis, missouri.

Any riverboat that includes views of the St. Louis Arch is my kind of boat. I love the Arch — its design, history, and views. It’s always a must-visit when we’re in St. Louis. With hour-long cruises, Riverboats at the Gateway Arch include views of the Arch, St. Louis’ riverfront, and other unique pieces of history of one of the oldest cities in the western United States. The sightseeing tour is narrated, offering insight into the area’s history. Also offering themed excursions, one of the best is the Blues Cruise. Is there anything that better defines life along the Mississippi than blues music?

Pro Tip : Riverboats at the Gateway Arch offers tours from March to November.

7. Stillwater River Boats

Minnesota to wisconsin.

Cruise the St. Croix River between Minnesota and Wisconsin aboard one of the paddleboats with Stillwater River Boats . Whether you enjoy a summer tour or take in the colors of a fall river trip, the Stillwater boat offers a laid-back trip downriver on a 2-hour excursion. The first half of the tour includes narration about the area’s logging industry and Native American history. The second half offers you personal time, where it’s recommended to check out the boat’s enclosed lower level or the open-air upper deck. Meals are included with cruises, while the riverboat company also offers themed cruises, such as a jazz band entertaining during Sunday brunch.

Pro Tip : With limited parking, plan to arrive no later than 45 minutes before departure. The paddleboat will not delay its departure. Stillwater River Boats offers tours May through mid-October.

8. Vista Fleet

Duluth, minnesota.

Sensing the enormity of Lake Superior, a cruise aboard a Vista Fleet boat takes you around the Duluth-Superior (Wisconsin) area, where you’ll cruise near giant freight ships. As your tour heads out through the Duluth harborfront, pushing through the same canal as the 1,000-foot-long ships, you get an up-close look at the lake. From 45 minutes to almost 2 hours long, cruises take you out on one of the largest of the Great Lakes, where you’d swear you’re on an ocean. The tour aboard one of the most modern and sleek boats you’ll find in the Midwest includes views of the Duluth skyline, shoreline, and the docks where the freighters offload and onload shipments. Vista Fleet also offers dining cruises, including a sunset dinner trip.

Pro Tip : Vista Fleet offers Lake Superior tours June through mid-October.

9. Lewis And Clark Riverboat

Bismarck, north dakota.

Exploring the Missouri River today is much easier than when Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery made its way upriver in the early 1800s. Sunset is the best time to enjoy a Missouri River cruise aboard the Lewis and Clark Riverboat in Bismarck. The 90-minute tour departs at 8 p.m., which is perfect for enjoying shoreline views along the river, as well as catching smaller boats speeding along the water. Cruising the Missouri River in Bismarck may remind you of a large lake with the calmness of the water. A river tour is a great way to relax after a busy day of sightseeing in North Dakota’s capital city. You may want to purchase a drink or snack to enjoy during the cruise. Or, you can reserve a spot on a themed cruise featuring lunch, dinner, or even a taco or pizza party. Lewis and Clark Riverboat offers an hour-long cruise at 3 p.m. and a second 90-minute tour at 6 p.m.

Pro Tip : Lewis and Clark Riverboat offers tours May through early September.

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Tim and his wife Lisa have been writing their blog The Walking Tourists for eight years. They live in the Midwest and enjoy writing about its attractions. They focus mainly on the Midwest, but enjoy traveling all over. With daughters living in the Seattle area, they also have a fondness for the Pacific Northwest.

Tim is a freelance writer and online content creator. He has authored two books about Omaha attractions and restaurants: "100 Things to Do in Omaha Before You Die" and "Unique Eats and Eateries of Omaha". A third book about Nebraska tourism -- "100 Things to Do in Nebraska Before You Die" -- will be published in April 2020. He writes magazine, newspaper, and online articles as well as offering ghostwriting services. He loves writing.

As a one-time community journalist, his affection for the stories journalists share has never waned. Having been a manager of people, he is intrigued by people's leadership qualities and practices.

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Groups can float along the mighty Missouri River as they learn about North Dakota’s heritage and history aboard a  Lewis and Clark Riverboat Cruise , running May through October. The boat can accommodate up to 104 guests, and planners can arrange for a 64-person seated meal or buffet along the lower level. 

As you tour Bismarck, your group members might notice several large bird statues. These public artworks were commissioned by Bismarck Parks and Recreation District, along with United Tribes Technical College (UTTC) and the Bismarck-Mandan Convention and Visitors Bureau, to honor the significance of eagles in Native American spirituality. Challenge your group to find all five statues, which were created by local student artists. 

Take a guided tour of  Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park , located just south of the city. In the oldest state park in North Dakota, groups can visit reconstructed military buildings, including blockhouses, bunkhouses, and General George Custer’s Victorian-style home. Also in the state park, explore On-A-Slant Indian Village to see re-created Mandan Native American earth lodges and take in views of the Missouri River. 

What better place to dive into North Dakota’s storied past than in the state’s capital? Visit the  North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum , the state’s largest museum, which traces North Dakota’s history back to early geological phenomena that formed 600 million years ago. Exhibit highlights include life-size casts of dinosaurs, the Native American Hall of Honor, and a large-scale cyclorama of Double Ditch Indian Village as it would’ve appeared in 1550.

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Main Image: Lewis and Clark Riverboat Cruise, Bismarck, North Dakota. Credit: North Dakota Tourism

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Get on the water with Lewis & Clark Riverboat! Located at the historic Port of Bismarck, they continue the proud tradition of the great river steamers that have traveled the mighty Missouri River from St. Louis to the trading posts of the great northwest since the 1830s. Travel the river of Lewis & Clark, Sakakawea, Custer and Sitting Bull in elegance and comfort with Lewis & Clark Riverboat! 

Hop aboard with this certificate for a pair of adult excursion passes to the Lewis & Clark Riverboat!

No cash value; no cash/credit back on unused amount. Redeemable for two adult Public Cruise passes only; Pass does not apply to Signature Cruises or cruises with meals. Advanced reservations requested. Not valid with any other offers. Certificate expires six years from date of purchase.

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Are there food/beverage options to purchase or can we bring our own on board?

Hi Jodie, great question. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase on all cruises. Unfortunately, no outside food or drinks are allowed.

Can this be used for the Smooth Cruise? Thnx!

Hi there. This offer is only redeemable for regularly scheduled Public Cruises passes only (evening and sunset cruises held Wednesday through Sunday - more info can be found here: https://www.lewisandclarkriverboat.com/public-cruises.html).

How long before my tickets arrive?

You just purchased these today. They will likely go out in tomorrow's mail from our local office there in Bismarck.

Still haven't received my tickets.

Hi there! Please send us an email to [email protected] and we will be happy to help you with this!

I was just wondering if these passes expire?

Per ND state law, passes will expire 6 years from the date of purchase.

Do these vouchers apply to happy hour cruises or is that considered signature cruise?

Hi Sara. They will accept these vouchers for a Happy Hour cruise but not for any cruises valued over $24 per person (typically cruises with food included in the pricing)

Hi Can the voucher be used for the Saturday brunch cruise?

Unfortunately, no. This voucher is redeemable for two adult Public Cruise passes only and does not apply to Signature Cruises or cruises with meals.

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