From June 19 - 28, The River Queen, part of the fleet of BB Riverboats out of Cincinnati, will be giving cruises from Haddad Riverfront Park. Bring the family and relax on the Kanawha. The River Queen is a royal ship indeed. Tastefully decorated and impeccably preserved, the she exudes romantic riverboat-era charm. Both climate-controlled decks include a spacious seating arrangement, sandwiches, snacks and ice cream and a full bar. For those guests who prefer the fresh air, visit our covered third deck wich offers great views as well as a bar. The deck is open-air, but covered.
Daily sight seeing cruises travel up the river past the State Capitol and then back down river.
On Friday evening, June 26, and Saturday afternoon, June 27 only, the River Queen will serve as a Free "River Taxi" ferrying folks from Haddad Riverfront Park to The University of Charleston. See "River Taxi" on this schedule for exact times.To disembark at U of C, you have or be willing to purchase a ticket to Blues, Brews & BBQ (Friday night) or Wine & All That Jazz (Saturday). Check schedule for details of these events. There is a steep ramp to climb when entering the University of Charleston campus.
For more information, call the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-344-5075.
Regular Tour Schedule (1 1/2 Hour Sight Seeing Cruise):
Cost: $15 Adults, $13 Seniors (60+), $8 children
Link: www.bbriverboats.com, www.charlestonwv.com