The Scenic City Empress riverboat will start it's 2024 cruise season around June 1st, with all following regular public cruises being Saturdays and Sundays, at 2pm!
We hope to see you on the river!
We hope to see you on the river!
Brought to Iowa Falls by the Fitz family in 1991, the Scenic City Empress is the crown jewel of the Iowa River. The Empress is a 50 passenger double-decker pontoon boat that hosts weekend public cruises as well as private cruises June through mid-October. Cruises offer beautiful scenery of limestone bluffs, man-made waterfall, wildlife, the historic swinging bridge, and more - all pointed out by the Captain’s historic narrative. Enjoy the cruise in the enclosed air-conditioned lower level or on the upper deck for breathtaking views. |
Public CruisesPublic cruises every
Saturday and Sunday at 2:00pm June through mid-October. (Cruise length - approx. 90 minutes) Adults $10 Children 12 and under $5 Children 2 and under FREE No reservation necessary |
Private Chartered CruisesPrivate chartered cruises are scheduled on weekdays and around weekend public cruises.
Maximum of 50 passengers $10 per passenger ($200 minimum) Parties are allowed to bring their own food and beverages aboard during their private cruise. (contact the director for details) |
Catered CruisesPrivate catered cruises are scheduled on weekdays and around weekend public cruises.
Brunch, lunch, supper, and hors d oeuvres meal options available. Minimum of 20 passengers Maximum of 44 passengers Prices vary with menu choice (contact the director for details) |