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August 2024 by Lynn R.
This is a fun and informative way to tour downtown Pittsburgh via the water. We enjoyed the views and history lesson of how the bridges and buildings came to be. This was very relaxing and enjoyable. Parking is available nearby but know it's a flat rate of $15.00.
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August 2024 by Mike W.
My wife and I have cruised on the Gateway Clipper maybe six times over the past four or five years. Ordinarily I'd rate them 5 stars. Good food, pleasant staff, relaxing cruise around the 'Burgh. This last Captain's Dinner Cruise however (10 August 2024) was marred by packs of children constantly racing around the dining area. It was quite disturbing and not at all enjoyable. There were quite a few elderly passengers aboard and having all these children treating the place like a playground was if nothing else dangerous.
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July 2024 by Denise W.
Great way to hear about the history/landmarks of Pittsburgh from the three rivers. The gentleman tour guide really has a lot to remember and did a great job!!
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July 2024 by Sam G.
Always a good time. Whenever I visit I make it a priority to get an afternoon cruise. You can't get views from land like you can on the water.
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July 2024 by Martha L.
We took a one hour tour before a baseball game. Great way to see the rivers and relax!
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June 2024 by Maria D.
Without reservations we traveled here from Wheeling WV on a Sunday for a tour, arriving at 10:30 am on Father's Day and were able to secure a spot for the 11 am tour. The tour lasted about an hour and was very informative. We went down all three rivers, learning about the various bridges, points of interest, and history of Pittsburgh along the way. The boat had two interior decks, a bathroom, and a bar area, as well as 3rd level exterior seating which we choose (and was the most popular even in 90 degree weather). I would suggest if this is where you want to sit to get there early and make sure you are one of the first to board. Be sure to bring sunscreen, you'll need it, and seasonally appropriate clothing. The parking lot cost $8 for 12 hours, so it only makes sense to visit the limited amount of restaurants nearby. It's a nice way to relax and enjoy the city views.
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June 2024 by Lauren T.
The most beautiful evening for a gateway clipper cruise and it's suddenly canceled 3 hours prior. Good thing I randomly checked my email. It's Father's Day weekend and gorgeous outside, so I can't imagine why the cancellation. Better yet, why I don't get a refund and instead have to get a gateway clipper gift card I have no interest in after spending $130. Do not recommend.
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June 2024 by Jasmine O.
Great experience - our donors enjoyed the cruise so much, and it was a highlight of our Annual Conference in Pittsburgh!
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April 2024 by Ray S.
Booked a cruise months in advance only to have it cancelled less than 2 weeks prior to our trip with no explanation. The best part is that they didn't offer a refund, only to reschedule. We are still in the process of getting a refund. Think twice before giving this company any of your money.
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April 2024 by Melanie LaMond Ballinger
We love the Gateway Clipper! Also a great time! The staff is also very nice and do a great job!
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April 2024 by Terri Turner
My Grandson loved pt
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April 2024 by Ken S
Great meal and wonderful ride around town. Who doesn't like Pittsburgh on the water!
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March 2024 by Noelle B.
Gross. Outdated and filthy. We did the Easter dinner cruise because we were visiting from out of town. I wanted to show my husband and little girl Pgh from the water. It was a rust bucket on the water. It has not been updated since I last was on it in the 1990s. It smelled like body odor and cigarette smoke and was dreadful. My little 10 year old daughter wanted to jump off and swim back because it was so gross. The food was the same crap they served in the 1990s and a horrible selection to choose from. The salad was the only thing that was edible but the salad bowl was depleted, along with the croutons. I would never ever do this floating nightmare again. 2 hours of our lives we can never get back. The music choice from the dj was cringeworthy. Who plays the Macarena and electric slide in 2024? His outdated music selection added to our misery on this rusty smelly nasty boat. Yuck. Zero out of ten - don't recommend! Almost $300 wasted which would have been better spent on room service at our hotel.
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March 2024 by Danie Nicole
The princess cruise was awesome. They had several princesses on the boat doing storytime, sing-alongs, dancing, and photos. There were 3 people doing face painting. Plenty of space for the kids to run on the top deck.
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February 2024 by Kev Smith
I love going out on these dinner cruises. The food was really good and the service and friendliness of the staff was top notch.I hope they continue to bring us this fantastic option of seeing the city from the water.I would really like to see the accommodations updated and refreshed but the down to earth feel is just right for a romantic evening or fun with the family.These cruises are second to none for a date night.