The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch officially open for the 2024 season on Thursday, March 7, with daily St. Louis Riverfront Cruises. Narrated by the boat captain or a National Park Service (NPS) ranger, the one-hour riverfront cruise explores the history of downtown St. Louis, from its landmarks and architecture to the river’s role both past and present.
“We are eagerly counting down the days until we welcome aboard St. Louisans and visitors from around the world for our 60th season,” said Mary Lamie, Executive Vice President of Multi-Modal Enterprises for Bi-State Development. “From accommodating 1960s visitors seeking a closer look at the construction of the Gateway Arch to creating unique cruises for today’s passengers, the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch have a long tradition of offering memorable, sightseeing experiences along the St. Louis Riverfront.”
The popular Skyline Dinner Cruise returns on March 21, 2024.
The Paddlewheel Café, St. Louis’ only waterfront dining destination, opens to the public on Friday, April 5, 2024. The café, which will be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., features pulled pork nachos, chicken Caesar wrap, pretzels with cheese, and more!
CRUISES
St. Louis Riverfront Cruise
Relive the days when steamboats ruled the river on this one-hour cruise along St. Louis’ diverse riverfront. Narrated by the captain, the St. Louis Riverfront cruises highlight the Mississippi River’s important role in St. Louis’s history and the significance of the working river today.
WHEN: Offered daily. Call 877-982-1410 or visit gatewayarch.com/riverboats for cruise times.
COST: $24/adults; $14/kids 3-15; $22/seniors (ages 60 and older); kids under age 3 are free
Interested in a special narration from a National Park Service Ranger, or Amanda Clark with the Missouri History Museum, or a narration exploring the transportation of freight up and down the Mississippi River? Check out our Special Narration St. Louis Riverfront Cruise Offerings below.
SPECIAL NARRATION ST. LOUIS RIVERFRONT CRUISES
NPS Ranger-Led Cruise
A National Park Service Ranger leads the narration aboard select St. Louis Riverfront Cruises and is available to meet visitors.
Ask about the Riverboat Explorer Junior Ranger Program. A collaboration between the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch and Gateway Arch National Park, the program invites young explorers to earn their Junior Ranger badge by completing an activity book and showing it to the Park Ranger on board at the end of their cruise. Set sail on the mighty Mississippi as you learn about river travel, historic St. Louis, invasive species and more.
WHEN: Saturdays and Sundays at 1:30 p.m.; more times available after Memorial Day
COST: $24/adults; $14/kids 3-15; $22/seniors (ages 60 and older); kids under age 3 are free
Ag Coast of America Cruise:
Learn more about how the St. Louis region lies at the heart of America’s Inland Marine Highway System, as the narration for this one-hour cruise focuses on the transportation of freight up and down the Mississippi River.
WHEN: Offered the first Wednesday of every month. Visit gatewayarch.com/riverboats for cruise times or call 877-982-1410.
COST: $24/adults; $14/kids 3-15; $22/seniors (ages 60 and older); kids under age 3 are free
MO History Riverboat Takeover Cruise
Amanda Clark, Manager of Community Tours and the See STL tour program with the Missouri History Museum, will lead an engaging, conversational tour aboard select Riverfront Cruises one day a month.
WHEN: Offered Thursdays starting March 14, 2024. Visit gatewayarch.com/riverboats for cruise times or call 877-982-1410.
COST: $24/adults; $14/kids 3-15; $22/seniors (ages 60 and older); kids under age 3 are free
Skyline Dinner Cruise
Make any night special! Featuring live music or a DJ, a chef-inspired menu, and captivating views of the St. Louis skyline, the two-hour Skyline Dinner Cruise is perfect for celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a romantic night out or just relaxing on the water. Take a stroll around the top deck to see the city from new angles as it lights up the night sky.
WHEN: Dates vary, visit gatewayarch.com/riverboats for cruise times or call 877-982-1410.
COST: $59/adults; $25/kids 3-12; kids under age 3 are free
VISITOR REMINDERS
RESERVATIONS
Make your cruise reservations today by visiting gatewayarch.com/riverboats or calling 877-982-1410
LOCATION AND PARKING
The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch are located below the south leg of the Gateway Arch at 50 S. Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63102. Access to the riverboats by car is only available via Chouteau Avenue. Parking is available on the Mississippi River levee next to the boats for a fee. For more on parking at the riverboats, visit gatewayarch.com/plan-your-visit/parking.
For More Information: Visit gatewayarch.com/riverboats or call 877-982-1410. The Riverboats at the Gateway Arch will provide any additional operational updates through traditional media, as well as online at gatewayarch.com and on Facebook and Instagram (@riverboatsSTL).