Queen City Riverboats
Classic Cincinnati.
Seen from the river.
Authentic paddlewheel cruises aboard the Spirit of Cincinnati. Dinner cruises, sightseeing, and celebrations on the Ohio River since 2003.
Meet the Boat
The Spirit of Cincinnati
An authentic paddlewheeler, still working the river that built this city
There was a time when boats like this one crowded the Cincinnati riverfront three deep. The Spirit of Cincinnati is an authentic sternwheel paddlewheeler, working the same stretch of the Ohio that made this town the Queen City of the West.
Today she hosts up to 220 guests across a climate-controlled main deck and an open-air top deck, with a full bar, a dance floor, and the best view of the skyline anywhere. Same river, same tradition, better buffet.
Our Sister Yacht
The Destiny Yacht
Vacation without leaving the Queen City
Our sister brand sails the Destiny Yacht from the same dock: sunset cruises, weddings, and upscale private events for up to 100 guests.
The Destiny sails under her own flag now, from the same dock in Dayton. Weddings, corporate events, and upscale private charters are all hosted over on her site.
Experiences
Create Your Perfect Experience
From quiet sightseeing afternoons to full-boat celebrations
Dinner Cruises
A chef-prepared dinner and the Cincinnati skyline, all from the water.
Sightseeing Cruises
See Cincinnati the way it was meant to be seen: from the river.
Reunions & Private Parties
Family reunions, anniversaries, and milestones on the river.
Tour Groups
Group tours with dining, entertainment, and river views.
An Evening on the Spirit
Your Night Aboard
A typical evening on the Ohio River
Board
Welcome aboard with a cocktail as the sun begins to set
Cocktails
Enjoy drinks on the open-air deck as we depart the dock
Cruise
Take in the Cincinnati skyline and Roebling Bridge from the water
Dinner
Sit down to a chef-prepared buffet with your guests
Dancing
Hit the dance floor under the stars with our sound system
Return
Arrive back at the dock with memories that last a lifetime
Board
Welcome aboard with a cocktail as the sun begins to set
Cocktails
Enjoy drinks on the open-air deck as we depart the dock
Cruise
Take in the Cincinnati skyline and Roebling Bridge from the water
Dinner
Sit down to a chef-prepared buffet with your guests
Dancing
Hit the dance floor under the stars with our sound system
Return
Arrive back at the dock with memories that last a lifetime
Buy Tickets
Upcoming Cruises
Public sailings you can book a seat on, no charter required
Two centuries of paddlewheels on the Ohio.
Steamboats made Cincinnati the Queen City of the West, and the Spirit still works the same water. Read how the river built this town, from the Public Landing to the Roebling Bridge.
Explore our riverboat historyKind Words
What Our Guests Say
“We went for 4th of July tour. Very nice. Wish seating at dinner tables were more organized. We had a party of 5 and had to seat separately, but we were all fine. We had a very good time!”
“Thank you all for a perfect WEBN Fireworks cruise 👍 We had a front row view from the banks where Hooters used to be 🎉 The Captain did an excellent job mooring the Paddle Wheeler. Great service all around including having the WEBN tunes up loud to accompany the fireworks. Perfect night😅”
“Very enjoyable dinner cruise on the Ohio River. Terrific sights from The Pride of Cincinnati paddleboat. Our captain shared extensive detail about some fascinating background for the river, the locks, parks, history of the area, and so much more. We had a great time and we were well taken care of by the crew.”
Full-Service Catering
Choose from ten chef-crafted menus, from our signature Steamship Feast to our Italian Buffet. Every menu includes appetizers, entrees, sides, and desserts. Bar packages available with domestic beer, wine, and soft drinks.
- Chef-crafted buffet menus for every occasion
- Bar packages with domestic beer, wine & soft drinks
- Dietary accommodations available
- Custom menus upon request
Why Sail With Us
Why Queen City Riverboats
Completely Private Charters
No shared spaces, no strangers. Your event, your boat, your night.
An Authentic Paddlewheeler
The Spirit of Cincinnati carries on a river tradition as old as the city itself.
20+ Years of Experience
Trusted on the Ohio River since 2003 with thousands of events hosted.
Coast Guard Certified
The Spirit is USCG inspected and certified for your safety.
Full-Service Catering
Ten chef-crafted menus, bar packages, and custom dietary accommodations.
Free Parking
152 spaces, handicap accessible, bus and motor coach accommodating.
Ready to Plan Your Event?
We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance for large events. Contact us today for availability and a custom quote.