Dining & Specialty Cruises
Join us for a dinner cruise, sunset cruise, cocktail party, family fun, live music and more. Get the best table in Duluth; ON the water. Whether you have two guests in your party or 150, we will help you create the perfect outing. You’ll experience ever-changing 360-degree views of the Duluth Superior Harbor and Lake Superior. Combine this with delicious food catered by a local Duluth restaurant, and narrated tour highlights. Also enjoy our evening Sips on Superior cocktail party cruise or fall inspired Duluth dinner tours. These cruises are not to be missed!
Typical Dining Cruise Experience:
Dine at the best table in Duluth. Welcome Aboard – You’ll know you’re in for a special evening the moment you step aboard. Tables are designed for family-style seating with other guests, reminiscent of ocean-going cruises. Enjoy a refreshing beverage and explore the boat while our crew casts off for a fabulous cruise on Lake Superior and the Duluth Harbor.
Bon Appetit – Enjoy a delicious meal provided by our featured caterer.
Beautiful- Savor your meal over narrated highlights of the harbor with a never-ending view of Duluth’s unique skyline.
Relax – Take your drinks and relax on the outdoor observation deck. Enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the exquisite Duluth skyline.
Lake Superior Live
Buy TicketsRelax on Lake Superior during a casual weekday sunset cruise featuring rotating live local musicians. Weather permitting, we will cruise 'around the horn'; through both the Superior entry and Duluth canal along the picturesque Park Point on Lake Superior. A BBQ picnic dinner is included to enjoy during this relaxing ride. Dinner includes pulled pork sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, chips, and a cookie. Join us for an evening of serenity, music, and delicious dining on the serene waters of Duluth.
Sunset Dinner Cruise
Buy TicketsThere is nothing quite like an evening on the water. Enjoy a relaxing dinner cruise with narrated highlights of the harbor. Take in never-ending views of Duluth's unique skyline and harbor activity! Featuring a delicious dinner. Choose between Wild Rice Stuffed Chicken Mornay, 10-ounce Char-Grilled Sirloin Steak, or Four Cheese Ravioli with Marinara Sauce. Dinner includes fresh Chopped Caesar Salad, French Bread Rolls, Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Fresh Seasonal Vegetables. Don't forget to add-on dessert while making your reservation, to end your night on a sweet note. *Lil Captain's Meals for ages 10 and under; Chicken Tenders, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Seasonal Vegetables.
Sips on Superior
Buy TicketsA late night cocktail party cruise! Hop on board Duluth's only floating lounge and experience the Twin Ports harbor after dark. Late night snacks are available for purchase! This evening cruise features daily drink specials and a relaxed 21+ atmosphere.
Family Fun Cruise
Buy TicketsFeaturing fun with other local attractions & kid-friendly entertainers! This cruise is curated to entertain the entire family. Dinner is provided with a new and improved build your own macaroni & cheese bar, chips, and cookies. We'll get you up close to some of the harbor's most popular sights while the kids are entertained with a special activity hosted by another local organization.
Coffee and Colors Sunrise Cruise
Buy TicketsSee the Northland's incredible sunrise PLUS fall colors from the water! Our newest cruise allows you to hop onboard and get out on the water just in time to watch the iconic Duluth sunrise. This is an experience you will not want to miss as we only offer this during the limited fall season. Post-sunrise, we'll travel up the St. Louis River to explore the beautiful hillsides of the Northland as they display incredible fall colors! Learn about the Harbor, Duluth's history, the science and ecology of the St. Louis River system, as well view unique and historic bridges. Enjoy complimentary coffee and breakfast pastries.
Lunch & Leaves
Buy TicketsSee the beautiful hillsides of the Northland as they display incredible fall color while enjoying a decadent lunch! Dine on a scrumptious MidCoast Catering lunch spread of assorted sandwiches, soup, chips, and a dessert. You will learn about the Duluth/Superior Harbor, the science and ecology of the St. Louis River system, as well as view unique and historic bridges. Space is limited for this specialty tour - book today! *Please note that this tour will not go onto the lake under the Aerial Lift Bridge as it will explore the St Louis River system and surrounding foliage instead.*
Harvest Dinner Cruise
Buy TicketsGet the best table in Duluth while taking in the Northland's exquisite fall season! Enjoy a relaxing dinner cruise with narrated highlights of the harbor. Take in never-ending views of Duluth`s unique skyline and harbor activity. Featuring a fall themed dinner. Enjoy Fennel Roasted Pork Loin, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Italian Tossed Salad and French Bread Rolls. Vegetarian option of Butternut Squash Ravioli with Walnut Sage Butter is also available. Don't forget to add-on dessert while making your reservation, to end your night on a sweet note. *Lil Captain's Meals for ages 10 and under includes Chicken Tenders, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Seasonal Vegetables.
Food Allergy Disclaimer
Effort is made to instruct our staff and our catering partners on the severity of a food allergy. Because of the number of meals served and the number of items used each day, along with food product changes from food vendors, it cannot be guaranteed that every allergen in the food served will be identified and labeled. Customers concerned with food allergies must be aware of this risk. Vista Fleet Cruises and our catering partners cannot assume any liability for adverse reactions to food consumed, or items one may come in contact with while eating on a catered event while on board the Vista Fleet. Guests with life threatening food allergies who may need to use an epi-pen should be carrying their own. Vista Fleet staff are not trained to administer epi-pens and cannot provide or administer them.
