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Riverboats in Dubuque

The mighty Mississippi River is the world’s fourth longest river and makes its way through Dubuque’s front yard. With a rich culture tied to the waterway - it is common to see riverboats making their way up and down the river even today. 

Along the Mississippi

During late spring through late fall, you can see a variety of riverboats making their way to Dubuque, stopping to explore Iowa’s oldest community.

American Lady Yacht

The American Lady Yacht is Dubuque’s only riverboat offering daily cruises from Schmitt Island. Whether it’s a lunch, happy hour, or dinner cruise, this vessel has both indoor and outdoor seating and you may even get a chance to drive the boat with the captain. This boat is located alongside restaurant (and local hangout) Catfish Charlie’s.

Riverboat Twilight

The Riverboat Twilight, based in LeClaire, IA offers guests the chance to stay overnight in Dubuque on one of their weekly two-day cruises, starting in May. This vessel features a calliope that plays music as it departs a community and is recognizable by the locals who can be seen waving to passengers. It also has three floors with indoor and outdoor seating.

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Celebration Belle

Another boat that comes from south of Dubuque, is the Celebration Belle, whose home port is Moline, IL. This ship is the largest non-gaming boat on the upper Mississippi River. This paddle wheeler offers a variety of cruises including a trip from the Quad Cities into Dubuque beginning in June.

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When docked, boats do not offer public tours. Only patrons are allowed on and off the vessel.

The nature of riverboat traffic is slightly unpredictable with rising waters, low waters, locking through, weather, and other issues. The times and dates provided are approximate and subject to change.

WELCOME TO CELEBRATION RIVER CRUISES

Cruising season begins april 1, 2024.

Join us while we celebrate our 39th cruising season in 2023! Our 750 passenger paddlewheel boat, the “Celebration Belle” is specifically designed for cruising the waterways of the great Mississippi River, offering casual sightseeing, luncheon and dinner cruises. We offer various cruises to meet any sailor’s enjoyment needs!

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What is the cancellation policy? Two-day cruises: Less than 30 days notice of cancellation: $100 /person not refunded. - Less than 72 hours: 50% refund. - Less than 24 hours notice, no shows or late arrivals no refunds. If your plans change prior to 72 hours before departure we may allow you to reschedule, based upon availability. An inconvenience fee of up to 50% of the cruise value may be charged for passengers who fail to show up for their scheduled cruise. One day cruises: Less than 30 days notice of cancellation: $25 /person not refunded. - Less than 72 hours: 50% refund. - Less than 24 hours notice, no shows or late arrivals no refunds. If your plans change prior to 72 hours before departure we may allow you to reschedule, based upon availability. An inconvenience fee of up to 50% of the cruise value may be charge for passengers who fail to show up for their scheduled cruise. Sightseeing cruises - Less than 24 hours notice, no-shows or late arrivals - No Refund. In the event of a global pandemic or other crisis beyond our control, we reserve the right to issue gift certificates in place of cash refunds.

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Privacy Policy Information collected is for our internal company purposes only. We will not share your information with other companies. Tobacco Policy Smoking and vaping of tobacco products is allowed outside on the main deck stern only. The consumption of cannabis, whether by smoking, vaping or via edibles is strictly forbidden. The Riverboat Twilight prohibits the possession and consumption of all substances proscribed by the Federal Controlled Substance Act. Thank you for understanding. Parking Free parking is available in the public lot located in front of our boat landing.

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American Lady Cruises

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“ The rest of the menu looked great, I think if I were to do the cruise again I'd eat their first and do just a happy hour cruise . ” in 6 reviews

“ I wasn't excited about getting back after dark because we would miss the view, but I forgot how beautiful the city lights are at night reflecting on the water. ” in 2 reviews

“ They are set up for dinner cruises with a cabin with tables and table clothes. ” in 2 reviews

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1630 E 16th St Ext

Dubuque, IA 52001

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We specialize in 1.5 and 2 hour public cruises on our beautiful stretch of the Mississippi River. Depending on the day you cruise with us, you will have a choice of Sightseeing, Lunch, Happy Hour, and Sunset Dinner Cruises. We also charter our yacht for private wedding, anniversary, and birthday parties, as well as class reunions, family reunions, corporate events, or any other reason you can think of to have a private cruise on the Mighty Mississippi. We cruise from mid April to late October, weather permitting. …

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How much would a Happy Hour cruise be for 3 people on June 23rd? Also, what would a dinner cruise cost (is that the sunset cruise?). Thanks.

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We enjoyed the cruise very much. It was a bit crowded on the deck serving food; impossible to get out of seats without having other people move. Perhaps having the sightseeing only cruise on a separate sailing, rather than at the same time as the lunch cruise. This was very inexpensive for a dining cruise; I would have paid $10-15 more for more room. Food was good, drinks reasonably priced. Narration was interesting, but sometimes difficult to hear. Overall a very nice time!

This was the second time taking a group of about 25 on the American Lady. We continue to come back because we have so much fun and the food is great. I would 10000% recommend doing one of these if you are in Dubuque. The staff could not be nicer and you will have a lovely evening cruising the Mississippi. Thank you, Brian, for taking such good care of us and all of the guests on board.

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We have taken two lunch cruises on the American Lady and overall the experiences were enjoyable. Positives from these experiences: First, the interior of the boat was clean and neat. The chairs and tables were comfortable and sturdy considering the occasional sway of the boat, and there was enough room to move around comfortably. The restrooms were nicer than we expected. The ladies room was clean, comfortable and well-stocked. The staff was very pleasant. The ladies at the bar were quick and friendly. The server at the lunch buffet was also quick and helpful. I noted that the staff seemed happy to go above and beyond - from offering a birthday boy a chance to steer the boat to helping guests with advice for the rest of their vacation in the area. One area that I was pretty neutral on was the food. We were served fried chicken, roasted beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn and pasta salad. The chicken was tasty and cooked well, and everyone in our group enjoyed it - as well as the roast beef. The mashed potatoes and corn weren't rave-worthy, but were perfectly pleasant. The pasta salad was incredibly sweet, to the point that no one in our group ate it, but overall there was enough good food that no one in our group went home hungry. If I had to pick a few things to nitpick... Being a tour above all else, there are announcements along with the sightseeing. The first thing I'd say about the announcements is that they are incredibly loud. During my first trip (alone) on the American Lady I thought I might just have sensitive hearing, but I brought others on the second trip and my companions were literally plugging their ears during the sight seeing announcements. We tried moving around thinking we were close to a speaker, but no luck. I don't know if this is because many of the guests may be older and hard of hearing, but we all groaned when the captain came on to describe the sights. As for the content of the announcements, many of the announcements didn't feel value added. The home of a textbook company owner, the home of a guy who rents out traffic cones, a campground that someone wants to turn into condos - a lot of it just felt like filler. Especially considering the volume issue, I think I would've enjoyed the announcements more if they stuck to the essentials like where we were headed, the interesting train bridge, the locks, etc. I did find myself wishing for one extra announcement: to make sure that children aren't left unattended. A couple groups of parents left their 4 young children unattended at the table next to us, and they were pretty rowdy. Kids will be kids, but screaming, knocking over our drinks and running into people were more than we bargained for. This is definitely not the crew's fault, but I wonder if a reminder announcement would've helped - hard to say.

i am a home town Dubuque girl and this was a first time on the American Lady for me. A small group went out for a happy hour cruise. It was a beautiful evening for a boat ride. We sat out on the upper back deck with some friends. The staff working were friendly and efficient. i am not a beer drinker, but tried the two for one margaritas. It was good. They also provided chicken tenders as part of the ticket cost. Two chicken tenders. Hardly worth the going up and down the stairs to get them. My suggestion would be to stop providing two chicken fingers and offer something that is less costly as a snack with the drinks. If you are looking to go on the boat, there is an enclosed space on the main floor of the boat. It has decent bathrooms. The steps up are short and steep. There is a raised threshold from the inside to outside of the boat that is a doozy if you miss it. Our ride went south to the area of the Julien Dubuque monument and back to the harbor.

Dinner cruise was best on the upper deck after dinner! The chicken and pork were dry, but the rest of menu was ok and more than enough to return for seconds. Dessert was the best! Staff was short handed. The information shared was the most interesting! What a great area! Boat was very nice for a party of 40, more than that would have felt crowded. Was disappointed that the Captain did not take time with our grandson celebrating a 13th birthday with a special memory at the wheel once we docked. Weather of course was cool while the boat moved and air conditioning while eating was most appreciated!

The Cruise itself was nice, but the food was much to be desired. They had fish and pork tenderloin. The fish was good, but the pork tenderloin was extremely dry, making it tough to eat. A little gravy may have helped for both the meat and the potatoes. The gentleman serving the pork did try to get some juice on it, but was not good enough. The rest of the crew was good and pleasant. I would not recommend the dinner cruise because the food was not satisfactory. We had brought some friends from Florida for the cruise and I was embarrassed by the food quality. I love showing off Dubuque, Dubuque County and our great community. Hopefully future guests have better quality food. When I travel, I tell people we have the best quality pork in the country and then we had this disappointment. The rest of their stay was top notch.

We were visiting Dubuque for the first time and decided a Dinner River Cruise might be fun. Ordering tickets online, was clear and simple, the staff when we arrived were well prepared and check in was quick and easy as well. We enjoyed a drink while we waited for departure time, Captain was greeting at boarding and we left on time. Food was great, plenty of places to sit. The cruise took us by lots of things to see, was also fun because we had been there a day or 2 and could see places we had visited from the river. Once it was darker it was very cool to see downtown lit up. There was a boat in distress in the dark, the captain and crew contacted help and remained there to ensure they would be taken care of (to shallow for the Yacht) NO ONE seemed to be coming to help, so they radioed Catfish Charlie, who put a boat in and came out and towed the boat safely. Great food Catfish Charlie and KUDOS for an awesome rescue. Jim

This is a joke .... we were supposed to be on a 2 hour cruise with appetizers and a cash bar, but they ran out of food after about 45 minutes ..... can't believe that they would know how much food to bring on the cruise!

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Hi Bill, thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. You were invited to take a cruise by a private party that chartered our yacht. They ordered food for a smaller number of guests than they invited, and didn't order more food for the additional guests. When someone charters our yacht, we will advise them, but they make the final decision on food details. Thanks for taking a cruise with us!

The beer on tap sucked, talked to a Catfish Charlie employee on the cruise and he said the lighter IPA beer that was also supposed to be available on the cruise, the keg went empty shortly after the cruise began. That should have checked and the keg replaced before the boat left the dock. Drank two glasses of the dark IPA beer and had to choke it down, it tasted terrible. IPA beer should not be the beer available for a cruise like that, it should be at least two choices of traditional beer, one light and one regular.

the food was ok. over all we had a good time. the staff was very helpful. I would recommend.

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Riverboat Twilight

Riverboat Twilight

Let’s cruise in leclaire.

Come explore the mighty Mississippi River in style, comfort, and convenience! The TWILIGHT, at 126 ft. in length, has the power and accommodations to make your next freshwater cruise one to remember. From 1.5-hour cruises to a 2-day trip, you will find a package that’s perfect for your next visit to LeClaire, IA!

Coveted as the “the most elegant riverboat to be launched in the last 100 years,” the TWILIGHT was carefully designed and built by Captain Dennis Trone to replicate the lavish steamboats popular in the Victorian era. A rounded stern and high attention to ornate detailing plays up your classic riverboat experience.

Your captain, Kevin Stier, is a master of the water. A family affair, Carrie Stier runs the office while their son and daughter all work towards making your experience fun and relaxing. In his spare time, Captain Stier loves traveling, so a breezy, sunny day in the TWILIGHT’s Pilot House is his idea of paradise. In fact, you’re encouraged to stop by and say hello during your cruise. If you’re willing to listen to a story or two from Captain Stier, you may even get to steer the boat!

Mile after glorious mile, you’ll enjoy the best of the Mississippi with all the ease of modern amenities. Book your TWILIGHT Riverboat cruise in LeClaire today!

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2-Day Cruise: Our Signature Cruise

LeClaire, IA to Dubuque, IA & Return

Includes: All Meals, One Night Lodging, Entry to National Mississippi River Museum, Dubuque Shuttle, Entertainment & Activities Onboard

1-Day Cruise: North Into The Valleys

Dubuque, IA to Guttenberg, IA & Return

Includes: Continental Breakfast, Two Snacks, Full Lunch, Historical Narration, Great Scenery, Eagles, & Relaxation

1.5-Hour Cruise: Sightseeing Cruise

Departs & Returns to LeClaire, IA

Cash bar and gift shop available. Sack or box lunches are welcome! Please, no coolers.

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Come explore the mighty Mississippi River in style on board the Riverboat Twilight. This elegant steamboat replicates the vessels popular in the Victoria era. Enjoy a two-day trip roundtrip on the river as you indulge in delicious meals and relax to live entertainment. Stay overnight in a hotel midway then reboard the Twilight to return to LeClair, Iowa.

We make our way through Wisconsin enroute to the small river town of Le Claire, IA. First, tour the Buffalo Bill Museum to learn more about this bigger-than-life western character and his humble beginnings here in his hometown of LeClaire, This evening we enjoy free time for dinner on your own before turning in for the night here in LeClaire.

Board the Riverboat Twilight for our two day excursion up the Mississippi River. A continental breakfast awaits you upon boarding. Lunch and dinner meals will be served to you by the friendly crew at your reserved table. Beautiful scenery, activities and relaxation are all for you to enjoy as the boat winds its way upstream. From shallow marshes teaming with wildlife to palisades and high cliffs pass as we approach mining country. The Captain will point out sights of interest along the way and explain "locking through" procedures as we negotiate locks and dams. Showtime each afternoon features folk musicians, humorists and perhaps an appearance by Mark Twain himself! Browse the gift shop or enjoy your favorite cocktail at the bar. Ending day one of our cruise we check into the Grand Harbor Resort on the banks of the river in Dubuque, IA for a well deserved rest tonight.

We have a free morning to enjoy the National Mississippi River Aquarium & Museum adjacent to our hotel. Then we're back on board the Riverboat Twilight for another day of adventure and history on the mighty Mississippi River. Heading downstream we enjoy the company of river barges, houseboats, pleasure craft and workboats on the third largest river system in the world. The Mississippi was once a highway for French traders, fur trappers and European settlers in the 18th Century. Continental breakfast, lunch dinner and snacks throughout the day with entertainment and fun keep us busy. We return to Le Claire, IA to meet our Lamers coach and transfer to the nearby Comfort Inn or Holiday Inn Express for another relaxing night.

Beginning our journey home we travel through Illinois for a tour of Starved Rock State Park. We enjoy an included luncheon in the Parks' historic lodge in the main dining room. Entering Wisconsin our fellow travelers say goodbye as we head home with wonderful memories of the Twilight Riverboat and the mighty Mississippi River.

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And it was not a book to be read once and thrown aside, for it had a new story to tell every day.”

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Burlington IA is a Missouri River cruise port and town in Des Moines County (Iowa USA) with population around 25,000. B-known for its Snake Alley (world's most crooked street), Burlington developed as a river port (during the USA's steamboat era / late-18th-19th-centuries) and a central city on the Burlington Route (CBQ-Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad). In 1970, the railroad merged into Burlington Northern Railroad, which in 1997 merged into BNSF Railway (North America's largest freight train network). One of BNSF's main east-west lines crosses Mississippi River at Burlington.

In mid-November 2019, world's largest river cruise company - Viking Cruises (Basel Switzerland-based) announced that Burlington IA will become a regular port of call of the company's new Missouri River cruise division in the USA. Viking and Burlington City officials also signed a 2-year agreement according to which the city leased docking (riverside berthing) facilities to Viking Cruises as the company pays USD 1 per disembarking passenger. The first (of all 6 planned) newbuild riverboats - Viking Mississippi - is scheduled to start operations in 2022. Viking planned 30 dockings in Burlington for the period July 2022 through October 2023. Future plans include adding Burlington as a daily visited Viking river cruise port. The deal is not exclusive and allows the City to provide berthing also to other cruise lines boats.

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As cruise port, Burlington IA is included in the schedule of American Queen Voyages/Steamboat Company (AQSC) -owned paddlewheel riverboats American Duchess and American Queen . Next table shows AQSC's 14-night southbound itinerary from Red Wing to New Orleans. Prices in 2020 started at ~USD $4500-5700 pp (double-occupancy balcony cabin rates) depending on ship and departure date.

AQSC's cruise price-inclusive shore excursions include city tours visiting Des Moines County Heritage Center (ex Burlington Public Library), Garrett-Phelps House Museum (mid-19th-century mansion), Burlington Capitol Theatre (1937-built cinema), Port Burlington Welcome Center (on the riverfront), Snake Alley (world's "crookedest street").

The current-day city's economy is based on transportation (river shipping and freight trains) and manufacturing plants, including Iowa Army Ammunition Plant (American Ordnance LLC), General Electric, Shearer's Foods (snack products manufacturer), Winegard Company (connectivity products). Region's largest employer is Great River Health (southeast Iowa's largest hospital). Other major companies include Murray Turbomachinery (heavy industrial equipment) and Case Corporation (part of CNH Industrial NV, manufacturer of agricultural-construction equipment, buses-trucks-commercial vehicles, industrial-marine powertrains).

Amtrak (USA's passenger railway network) connects to Burlington with daily trains between Illinois and California (Chicago-Emeryville, San Francisco Bay). Southeast Iowa Airport is approx 5 mi (8 km) south of downtown and serves regular domestic flights (of Air Choice One) linking to Chicago (Illinois) , Mason City (Iowa) and St Louis (Missouri) . Quad City Airport serves international flights and is located in Moline IA - approx 70 mi (110 km) north of Burlington.

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333 E 10th St, Dubuque, IA 52001

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The Novelty Iron Works complex provides a stabilized mixed-use investment with additional conversion opportunity.​ Located in Dubuque, Iowa's Historic Millwork District, this accumulation of four parcels contained within a full city block is a dynamic adaptive reuse property that allows for plenty of room for adding value post-acquisition.​

Originally built for the manufacture of steam engines, a portion of the property was completely renovated in 2014 to its current modern industrial design.​ It now boasts 76 residential units, 13+ individual commercial spaces, an 80-space surface parking lot and approximately 98,000 sq.​ ft.​ of vacant space across five floors ready for conversion.​

The fully-leased residential apartment dwellings range from affordable efficiencies to 2500+ sq.​ ft.​ luxury executive suites.​ The commercial spaces are anchored by long-term tenants including Backpocket Brewery & Arcade and an 8000 sq ft event center - one of the most sought-after venues in the area.​ In aggregate, the commercial spaces enjoy ongoing vacancy rates of less than 5%.​

The available conversion space offers several dedicated exterior access points, existing shared elevator and has already been retrofitted with new windows & some mechanicals creating good value-add investment opportunity.​

Dubuque, Iowa is located on the Upper Mississippi River at the border of both Wisconsin & Illinois and is a regional hub of tourism with the nearby Field of Dreams baseball complex, multiple casinos with entertainment venues and is a favorite stop for travelers on American Cruise Lines and Viking Mississippi river cruises.​

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