Detroit Princess Riverboat
Detroit Princess Riverboat
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The boat cruises are generally 2-3 hours long, journeying from Hart Plaza past the Ambassador Bridge, just past to Belle Isle, and back to the dock. We have dinner cruises, fall color cruises, moonlight cruises and lunch or dinner cruises. Nothing is better then going on our Musical Melodies or Motown Memories, Big Band shows or have your own private party.
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Michael
1 contribution
Jul 2022
The stuff is extremely friendly & give you a easy relaxed experience. They went over & beyond working hard @ yesterdays lunch cruise. Thank you for great service! We loved the music & the band the "Prolifics" sparkled the right mood with great songs.
The boat is sparkling clean including the bathrooms. The buffet would need some improvement. Overall it was a pleasant experience for me & my honeys birthday.
The boat is sparkling clean including the bathrooms. The buffet would need some improvement. Overall it was a pleasant experience for me & my honeys birthday.
Written July 17, 2022
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randyward2022
Fremont, OH2 contributions
May 2024 • Family
We were looking for something different to do and found the Detroit Princess Riverboat. What a wonderful experience and I would highly recommend. Every single person working the ship provided amazing service. The cruise came with a lunch and entertainment, so I didn't have high expectation, but "wow" I was blown away, the food was great quality and delicious, not to mention buffet and all you can eat. The entertainment was a group of guys that played MoTown music and they too were amazing, great entertainers and interactive with the crowd. I didn't even mention the wonderful ride and amazing scenery. This is a hidden gem and I highly recommend checking this out.
Written May 9, 2024
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Myra F
30 contributions
May 2024 • Family
While on vacation visiting my sister in Michigan. My husband, my sister and I took the Detroit Princess Lunch Cruise. It was great.
The food was delicious. All the staff were very pleasant, courteous and created a welcoming environment. The boat was clean. The tables were decorated nicely.
We enjoyed our time seeing the skyline of Detroit and Canada. (2 countries side by side). It was so relaxing.
They also had entertainment by the Prolifics. They were amazing. If you love Motown music, You will not be disappointed at this entertainment. I highly recommend this cruise.
The food was delicious. All the staff were very pleasant, courteous and created a welcoming environment. The boat was clean. The tables were decorated nicely.
We enjoyed our time seeing the skyline of Detroit and Canada. (2 countries side by side). It was so relaxing.
They also had entertainment by the Prolifics. They were amazing. If you love Motown music, You will not be disappointed at this entertainment. I highly recommend this cruise.
Written May 17, 2024
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Sherrilynn
Troy, MI2 contributions
Jun 2021
What a waste of money!! Recently attended the Father's Day Lunch Cruise. It a beautiful day for a cruise on the Detroit River. However, the food on the boat was HORRIBLE!!!! The advertisement listed vegetarian lasagna; there was none. There were overcook mushrooms, bland pale chicken, and a cheese tortellini that made me sick to my stomach. SOOOOO disappointed! Please hire a new check that can prepare tasty food for the expensive ticket purchased to attend this event. SO sad!
Written June 21, 2021
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Michelle248367
Rochester Hills, MI199 contributions
Dec 2019
Group celebrating NYE on the Princess. 3 seating levels for buffet dinner and dancing. Revolving entertainment of DJ and Motown band. Band was excellent and VERY engaged, I think lead spent more time on the floor than the stage. Food was ok, each level had own buffet. Service was good. Tables were too close together which became a squeeze and shuffle game to get in and out. Bar lines always looked long. Tea and coffee were cold. Enjoyed the evening, but won't do again.
Written January 31, 2020
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Sundncr
Washington DC, DC1,116 contributions
Sep 2024 • Solo
It is a good way to enjoy a nice summer evening. The boat ramp is located downtown and if you are lucky you will find free parking on the street. Else, the parking garage is expensive.
The boat tour has a dinner buffet style with seating, a music show and dancing. Most guests spent time outside enjoying the views. Nice way to see two countries separated by a river.
Service was good enough.
The boat tour has a dinner buffet style with seating, a music show and dancing. Most guests spent time outside enjoying the views. Nice way to see two countries separated by a river.
Service was good enough.
Written September 18, 2024
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mike k
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Couples
The trip was fine. We had a lunch cruise and the food was good. I was mainly interested in the river and sites. The only problem was there is NO Parking. The web site was not very clear on this and by the time we had it thought out, it was too late. I and a good twenty others got $45.00 dollar parking tickets! Do not expect to park near the boat!
Written October 12, 2024
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Trakerman
Amherstburg, Ont.11 contributions
May 2024 • Friends
We went on the Dinner cruise. What a nice time! The food was excellent and service was great. The entertainment was very good as well. Staff were accommodating and courteous. Bartender Ashley was very friendly quick and efficient. All in all a wonderful evening. We will probably do this again. Well done to the boat's crew.
Written May 19, 2024
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grobels1
Harbor Springs38 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
The food was delicious. I went back for seconds of the cheese tortellini! We ad great seats for the usic performance but would've liked having the play while when we ate at 11:30, because once the boat was in motion at noon we wanted to sit on the upper decks and watch Belle Isle go by. Going under the Ambassador bridge was cool! Everything as well laid out. I just wish I'd had time to watch more of the band. We only heard two songs but they sounded good. My fiance and I brought my mom for something to do outside of the house and she loved the surprise cruise!
Written July 2, 2023
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fsophia1313
Denver, CO977 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
This was my first-time on the Detroit Princess. The parking garage was right by Hart Plaza, so it was a couple minute walk. The meal was grilled chicken, carving station, salad area, fresh veggies and desserts. There was also a bar for drinks, and a dance floor. Tons of celebrations, and a great view from the upper level.
Written July 24, 2022
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Does the Princess Boat have a ramp for wheelchairs?
Written August 5, 2021
We left tips for the bartenders at the bar and on the dinner tables for the wait staff.
Written August 21, 2019
Our family is celebrating an 80th birthday in June on the Riverboat. We are doing a dinner cruise. What is the appropriate dress for the cruise? Formal, semi formal or casual? Dresses and jackets or shorts and t-shirts?
Written May 6, 2019
Parking for the roof top was $10.00. But, I took an Uber and really saved by doing that. Did not have to walk or worry about finding the parking structure.
Written September 15, 2018
What if you purchase a cruise ticket for a specific time and date, but due to an emergency, cannot use your ticket at the scheduled time. Is it possible to use the ticket at a later date and what is the time frame?
Written June 24, 2017
I am sure they would accommodate you with another date. Call to make sure.
Written September 15, 2018
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