Public Cruise info

Welcome to the Michigan Princess Riverboat. We host a variety of cruises available to the public that are sure to offer something for everyone. Most cruises are between 1.5 hours and 3 hours in length depending in the meal and entertainment options. Some of our more popular entertainment options include: -the oldies night with the sea cruises -Salsa Dancing with Adrian Lopez -Murder Mystery comedy show -Murder Mystery Clue style -Our craft Brew Cruise With the Beer Hound -Fall color tours -Motown with DJ Butcher -Holiday cruises including Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Halloween, and New Years Eve Some of our popular meal choices include: -Better than Thanksgiving turkey Buffet -BBQ Ribs -Prime Rib -Baked chicken

Amenities

Free Parking

Leave your car and cares behind.

On-Board Catering

Enjoy a delicious meal.

Beverage Stations

Celebrate with a toast.

Climate Controlled

Guaranteed comfort year round.

Fully Enclosed

Cruise rain or shine.

Outdoor Seating

Take in the views of Grand River.

Don’t need the whole boat?

We rent each deck individually to accommodate smaller gatherings and offer more affordable options. If you don’t have a boat load of guests but still love the location, we can find a space that works for you.

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Seating Configuration Key. Blue: Available Seating, Orange: Additional optional seating if at capacity

Deck 1

At the bow, there's a wrap-around awning that shelters passengers from rain and direct sun, while still providing splendid views of the Grand River. The Grand Salon Dining Room features a dance floor, stage, bar area and the grand staircase. Restrooms are located on the port and starboard sides.

Deck 2

Head up the grand staircase to access the second deck. The Princess Dining Room, located toward the bow, is a dazzling hall with 15 brass chandeliers. Passengers can stroll the promenade to take in the scenic atmosphere. A second bar is located on the port side. The Stern Wheel Room is lined with five foot windows that gives passengers a fantastic view of the paddle wheels as they power the boat downriver.

Deck 3

Additional outdoor seating is available on the third deck. The Captain's Dining Room features the most private dining experience with the best views of the river. Passengers will have the opportunity to meet the captain, listen to his stories, and tour the wheelhouse.

Boat Facts


  • Year Built: 1991
  • Capacity: 300 for a seated meal, 500 for standing room only
  • Length: 110 feet
  • Width/Beam: 44 feet
  • Draft: 18 inches in bow, 3 feet at stern
  • Displacement: 262,000 lbs (131 tons)
  • Fuel Capacity: 440 gallons
  • Fresh Water: 1200 gallons
  • Grey water: 2000 gallons
  • Engines: 2x Mercruiser D Tronic 4.2  250 hp each push the boat; 1 John Deere 6068 generator 135kw
  • Speed: cruising 3 knots; top speed 7 knots
  • Average cruise length: lunch 1 1/2 hours; dinner 3 hours Lunch cruise is a 3 mile trip, dinner is a 6 mile trip 38 tons of air conditioning and 500,000 btu of heat
  • 3 bars:
  • Over 100 windows:
  • 2 bathrooms:
  • Average number of trips per year: 170
  • Number of passengers each year: 15,000
  • Busiest time of year: October
  • Cruising season: March 1-December 15
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Services

Weddings

Weddings

Proms

Proms

Graduation Parties

Graduation Parties