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The Golden Hour

Experience the magic of golden hour on Lake Superior with a North Shore tasting experience, handcrafted cocktails, and unforgettable sunset views.

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Local Flavors. Golden Skies. Unforgettable Evenings.

About

There’s nothing quite like a Lake Superior sunset, especially when it’s paired with the flavors of the North Shore. Welcome aboard The Golden Hour, a one-of-a-kind Duluth dinner cruise celebrating the food, scenery, and spirit of Minnesota’s North Shore.

Climb aboard the Vista Star for a relaxed evening of incredible waterfront views, good company, and North Shore-inspired tasting stations. Featuring flavors inspired by the region we call home, this unique Lake Superior dining experience brings people together over a delicious meal and the simple joy of sharing an evening on the water. Pair your dinner with a specialty cocktail, like our Northwoods Maple Old Fashioned, available for purchase at the onboard bar.

As the evening unfolds, take in stunning views of the Duluth-Superior Harbor, cruise past the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge, and watch the sky transform into shades of gold over Lake Superior. Enjoy dinner in our comfortable indoor dining areas, then head outside to soak up the fresh lake air and breathtaking sunset views.

Whether you’re planning a romantic date night in Duluth, celebrating something special, gathering with friends, or simply looking for a memorable summer evening, The Golden Hour offers a chance to slow down, savor local flavors, and experience Lake Superior at its most beautiful.

Come for the flavors. Stay for the sunset.

Sights include: Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge, Lake Superior (weather permitting), Canal Park, and the Duluth-Superior Harbor.

What’s Included

A Taste of the North Shore Dinner: Enjoy a Northwoods-inspired tasting experience featuring flavors inspired by Minnesota’s North Shore.

Scenic Sunset Cruise: Take in beautiful evening views of Duluth’s waterfront, the harbor, and Lake Superior (weather permitting).

Indoor & Outdoor Seating: Enjoy dinner in our indoor dining areas, then head outside to experience the fresh lake air and golden-hour views.

Family-Friendly Dining: A kid-friendly meal featuring chicken tenders and chips is available for children.

Full Bar Onboard: Enjoy specialty cocktails, including our Northwoods Maple Old Fashioned, along with local craft beers, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages available for purchase.

Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase and are not included in the ticket price.

Make Your Golden Hour Even More Memorable!

Add a little something extra to your Lake Superior sunset cruise! Kick off the evening with priority boarding, sip on a Northwoods Maple Old Fashioned, or share a bucket of local craft beers as you take in the views.

Celebrating something special? Toast with a bottle of wine or champagne, surprise someone with an onboard shout-out, or go all out with our Celebration Package. Choose your extras when booking!

Bringing a Group to Duluth?

Experience Duluth and Lake Superior together! Groups of 20 or more receive $5 off per person on public sightseeing and dining cruises. Contact us at [email protected] to plan your cruise.