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The La Crosse Queen
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#1 of 9 Outdoor Activities in La Crosse
Boat Tours
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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Step aboard our stunning replica of the grand riverboats that graced the Mississippi in the early 1900s. As one of the few authentic paddlewheelers still in operation today, the La Crosse Queen offers a unique journey through history. Join us for a delightful Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Pizza, or Sightseeing Cruise. Book your adventure today!
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4.0 of 5 bubbles211 reviews
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Tamara Persinger
Clarksville, TN15 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
An enjoyable cruise
Sep 2021
There were for 4 of us ladies...cousins on a reunion trip and we were so excited to go on one of the cruises. We ended up going on the Pizza one because all of the others sold out - I recommend booking it online as soon as you see it because they do fill up quickly. The staff in the shop/ticket area as well as on the boat we wonderful. I will say that for a beer and pizza cruise it was pretty much what you would expect. It is not the sightseeing cruise so there will not be any commentary but that is what you expect on a 'cocktail' type of cruise. The views were wonderful and it allowed us time to enjoy each other and talk. Beer and non-alcoholic drinks were plenty. The only thing I would say regarding the drinks is that staff did not come around very often so you did have to wait a little longer than you would hope. The pizza, while it was Dominoes, was fine...I am not certain that there was enough, they probably could have had more so that people could have more than 2 pizzas but otherwise it was fine. It is family, group and ADA friendly.

As a Travel Agent, I pay a lot of attention to small details and overall experience...go, you will enjoy it!
Written September 13, 2021
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Debhat70
Elcho, WI65 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
So disappointing!
Jul 2021 • Family
Very disappointed! They advertise that the Saturday night dinner cruise will take you through Lock and Dam No. 7 and they DO NOT! The staff explained that there have been problems with right-of-way issues with the railroad leading to delays. That’s all well and good, but then TAKE THAT OFF THE WEBSITE as it’s the main reason we went. Otherwise it’s a tour up to the dam and back, at crowded tables, food was ok, live music was ok, but for $230 for a family of four, I would have rather skipped it.
Written July 5, 2021
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La Crosse Queen
Hello, Deb! We are so sorry we were not able to go through the lock and dam on Saturday night. The Coast Guard regulates that all tow boats have the right away, and we unfortunately cannot predict when tow boats are locking through. It can take a tow boat up to four hours to lock through depending on how many barges there are. We are at the mercy of the river traffic, the lock and dam workers, and the river conditions to get through. We do try, on each and every Saturday Dinner Cruise to lock through river conditions permitting. We hope you were able to enjoy the meal, the musician, and the sights along the way. We are truly sorry to disappoint, and hope you'll consider rejoining us for another cruise in the future. Best, LQ Staff
Written July 10, 2021
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Marilinda69
Menomonee Falls, WI207 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Nice way to spend some time in La Crosse
Jul 2023
Eight of us had booked the Saturday night dinner cruise which was perfect as the tables are all for eight people. It is nobody's fault that it rained throughout the entire 2-1/2 hours so we didn't see much other than rain and boats out on the water in spite of the weather. A man sings throughout the entire cruise so there is no narrative. We did wait a long long time for our cocktails. The meal is served buffet style. A man is cutting the prime rib, he just put a pile of fat on my plate so couldn't eat any. The chicken breast was delicious, so were the carrots. I didn't like the mashed potatoes as there was some seasoning in them I didn't care for but some people liked them very much. The carrot cake we had for dessert was delicious. We had a good time, as enjoy the group we were with. The cruise was 100% booked.
Written July 27, 2023
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LAS
9 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Not good
Jul 2023 • Friends
Tell people from the start this is a paid tour and maybe people really want to hear it so keep your voices down. These were women from some business. Didnt hear any af the guide cuz they blabbed during the entire tour.need speakers toward the back of the boat.
Did not enjoy this and would never recommend it.
Written July 6, 2023
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Caitlin P
49 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Beautiful
Oct 2021
It was a beautiful day to be on the river. The boat was clean, food was OK the service was excellent. The only downside was our tour guide who was supposed to share the history never shared anything.
He was asked several times and he said no because we were a private group with our own speaker. Which was not true
Written October 2, 2021
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LRBtravels
Minnesota35 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Beautiful view with a great meal
Sep 2021
We took the Saturday night cruise with the prime rib/chicken dinner. We were upper deck and were a little concerned about the weather. A sweatshirt or long sleeves was great as the sun came out towards evening and it was a beautiful evening. The dinner was delicious. We actually enjoyed being on the upper deck even if there was a breeze as the downstairs was very full and more noisy with so many people and the upper deck had lots of space and the Mississippi river views were spectacular. Would totally recommend this and would consider doing it again if we are in the area.
Written September 6, 2021
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ReadRibbet
1,630 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Fun Activity for Out of Town Guests
Jun 2024 • Friends
We have been on the La Crosse Queen multiple times. Our most recent trip was with a group of out-of-town guests on a Saturday afternoon. The ride took about two hours and provides a leisurely view of the Mississippi and surrounding shores. The Queen provides a guided narration for the trip. There are snacks and beverages available on the boat. There are accessible restrooms. You can sit outside on the lower or upper deck. You can also sit inside protected from the sun and wind with glass window views.
Written July 10, 2024
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Devin B
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your out-of-town guests enjoyed your recent cruise on the La Crosse Queen. It’s great to know that the guided narration and the scenic views added to your experience. We appreciate your highlighting the amenities on board, including the snack options and comfortable seating areas. We strive to create a memorable and enjoyable atmosphere for all our guests, and your feedback means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you and your guests back for another cruise soon! Thank you again for sharing your experience!
Written September 30, 2024
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MichaelParkGuy
22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great sightseeing cruise
Aug 2020 • Family
The sightseeing cruise made our Lacrosse stay so enjoyable. We took the 11 am morning cruise and the tour host was so knowledgeable providing historic information about the river and area. Our entire family loved staying on the upper level through most of the cruise for the scenery, but you can freely go to the lower level for snacks, restrooms or to get out of the sun for A/C comfort. The paddle wheel was fun to watch.
We were pleased to find out they are very safety conscious regarding COVID. They clean and sanitize the entire boat well. We were on a boat that holds many more people but they keep the capacity to 65-people.
Written August 2, 2020
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La Crosse Queen
Thank you, Michael, for your feedback and for joining us for a sightseeing cruise! We continue to take many precautions to sanitize and social distance on the boat, and we are grateful you felt safe as a result of our efforts! We hope you can join us again in the future! Thanks, LQ Staff
Written August 4, 2020
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David S
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico3 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Expect overcrowding, don't expect a decent view while cruising.
Jul 2024 • Family
A few days ago my wife and I took our second cruise on the Queen. Our experience was ruined by a large group of people who arrived very late to the already crowded cruise. Rather than instruct the group to find seats on the lower deck, the crew simply let them roam around the top deck, where seats were already filled. The group stood all along the outside railings, blocking the views of people who were already seated. A child in the group sat on a box behind me with her toes digging into my back. We heard many comments about the group and their lack of consideration from seated passengers, and some left the top deck out of frustration. The group was thoughtless and inconsiderate of others, but the fault lies with the company for allowing it to happen. I recommend that visitors avoid the cruise until the company no longer allows a free-for-all on the top deck.
Written July 28, 2024
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Devin B
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience on the La Crosse Queen. We strive to create a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for all our guests, and we regret that this was not the case during your recent cruise. We appreciate your input regarding the management of seating and groups on the top deck. Please know that we take your concerns seriously and will address them with our team to ensure a more organized experience in the future. Your experience matters to us, and we hope you’ll consider giving us another chance. Thank you again for your valuable insights.
Written September 30, 2024
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Eisme77
Janesville, WI1,844 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sightseeing Cruise
Jun 2021
This was our first stop on our trip to La Crosse. The trip did not include any meal; we simply did the sightseeing trip. It started off a little slow, but as we meandered up river is became more interesting. We got stopped by a train at the swing bridge. After waiting for it to cross, we traveled further up river. The trip was nicely narrated by a college student worker. Turning around at the I-90 bridge, we made our way back. We were stopped by another train, but we got to go through the swing bridge once more. On our return trip, we also passed a fully loaded barge which was neat to see. The trip took a bit over 2 hours. Not a fast paced adventure, but it is a relaxing way to see the river and hear about some of the history of the area.
Written September 26, 2021
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