The Scenic City Empress Riverboat Cruise Season 2025 Has Begun!
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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. (Ticket sales begin at 1:30pm the day of the cruise) *Cruise length - approx. 90 minutes* Adults $10 Veteran/Military $8 Children 12 and under $5 Children 2 and under FREE Reservations are not required but are encouraged for those visiting from out of town. We are allowed up to 20 reserved seats for our public cruises, remaining seats will be first come first served. |
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 42 passengers Prices vary with menu choice (contact the director for details) |
