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    B B Riverboats

    3.3 (220 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Susie G.

    Pleasant experience. Easy to book online. We sat up top and enjoyed the musical stylings of the DJ and watching young and old dancing. Cool views of the river and city and beautiful sunset. Recommend

    Tamika J.

    I love lunch and dinner cruises. I have been to several around country, but never in Cincinnati. I love a good buffet and history. The cruise encompassed both. The buffet had a lot of I would never put together. They had ground beef and baked chicken for the meat. The buffet starts an hour before for the cruise and last 30 minutes after the cruise starts. I definitely did not want seconds. The brownies were the best part of the meal. I would recommend the Belle of Louisville. The entertainment was very knowledgeable of area and the banjo was a nice touch.

    Andrea A.

    My BB riverboat cruise was a wonderful experience! 5 stars! What a great date to have with your significant other! My husband and I enjoyed the whole dinner cruise. The food was good, the scenery was great, the entertainment was nice and the staff was so professional and courteous! I don't really like buffets anymore but the buffet on the cruise was very clean and the staff was there to monitor, clean up and restock everything as needed. Our waitress was very sweet. Once the cruise set sail we sat out on the decks and the view was absolutely beautiful! A couple was even getting married on the top deck! There was so much to see but it was also very relaxing. I really enjoyed it and I do recommend BB Riverboats for a great river cruise!

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    Tyanna M.

    I had a lovely ride down the Ohio River. We started out in Newport Kentucky and went down the river I think it was about an hour and came back. So you could see both sides of the river which included Cincinnati, Newport Kentucky, and nearing to New Richmond Ohio. We also had lunch on board which was pulled pork and other picnic kind of items. They also serve cocktails on board and I got one that came with a commemorative glass. Pretty nice little trip and it would be fun to do again.

    My wife and I had the experience of a lifetime celebrating our 40th anniversary and our 50th high school graduation. BB Riverboats couldn't have been more accommodating and hospitable. It started with Ms. Wendy at the counter with reservations and ended with Captain Mike and Natasha our attendant providing for our every need. We have sailed with BBR several times over the years. We have never left disappointed just the opposite. BBR owners, crew, and staff we are so appreciative for all you do to make cruising our Queen City so enjoyable. All of it, Food, drinks, entertainment and all the crew, "Par Excellence"!!! Sincerely, Fred Sticklen, CPO USN(ret) Sherry Sticklen, SGT USMC

    Top deck with live music
    Lauren G.

    This was a really fun experience! The views were amazing! We went past the Reds stadium and there was a game going on so every time they scored there were fireworks. There were many decks and on the top one was a live band. The food is buffet style and was good. Nothing amazing but not bad. 7/10. A lot of the other reviews said the boat was outdated, but I didn't think so. It's not modern but I think that is part of the appeal. It is cute.

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    Walter B.

    Taking a lunch cruise was very enjoyable. The people at B&B are professional and went out of their way to please people. The lunch buffet was ok in taste and variety. I wasn't wowed, but I was full and nothing tasted bad. The 2 hour trip was fun and I learned a few things about the river and the surrounding areas.

    Kyle P.

    It was my first time on a B B Riverboats cruise and it was a blast. I got to see the Cincinnati skyline and Newport in the Northern Kentucky side. The buffet was good with pasta and salad and other things. I paid $5 for a souvenir cup that gave free refills on any fountain Pepsi product while on the ride. The staff was great in taking of the guests in my group. I enjoyed Banjo Bob who entertaining with the banjo and giving a tour of Cincinnati and Newport. The boat ride was breath taking and worth paying $15 for the special photo of my group coming from Columbus, Ohio. I want to do it again, but at night with a buffet dinner of Steak and Seafood and I would stay the night in Newport or Cincinnati. Thank you, B B Riverboats for the wonderful experience and would love to experience the Cincinnati skyline at night.

    Friends on the deck

    BB riverboats are so fun. Enjoyed the Admirals dinner. A great buffet. The live music on the top deck was nice. Got to dance. Fantastic view of both states.

    Talina A.

    The food was a lot better than I thought a buffet would be. The salad was delicious. The peel and eat shrimp was flavorful even w/o cocktail sauce. The chicken, fish and roast weren't dried out. The veggies had some crunch and flavor. The part that needs to be worked on is the bartenders I asked for a cosmo and I'm pretty sure I received a basic vodka cranberry... and it had an orange slice in it ‍ My boyfriend asked for an old fashioned... it wasn't good either. I figured maybe they didn't have limes but then we ordered margaritas and lo and behold! The lime that should have been in my cosmo/ vodka cranberry The views were awesome. We managed to get under cover seconds before the skies opened up and started pouring They had a dj on the top deck as well as a bar that only served beer and wine. Overall, we had fun and would do it again. I'd recommend this to anyone.

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    Easy boarding, delicious food, great service, clean, and beautiful scenery. I am a woman of few words. Try the B&B Riverboat experience!!!

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    We missed the 3rd of July dinner cruise. Even though I didn't buy insurance they let me go on the 4th. They didn't have to do that .

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    Such a great experience!!+ Staff was super nice, courteous and friendly! Cant wait to go again!

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    Cruise is great. Do Not do the lunch cruise. Unless, you want to pay for sloppy joes and cheap store bought cookies?!?

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    Ask the Community - B B Riverboats

    What kind of music does the DJ usually play? Does he do requests?

    Yes, but he plays music so loud, you cannot carry on a conversation with your guests.

    Is there dancing along with the music on the cruises?

    Yes, there is dancing!

    What type of music is played during the New Years cruise? Is there line dancing? How much are drinks approximately?

    They have a DJ onboard, and he takes requests. My drink was 10.00 because of the Signature glass.

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    My husband and I recently took the Historic Cincinnati Sightseeing tour with BB Riverboats, on the 3pm departure.

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    Queen City Riverboats/Destiny Yacht Charters

    3.4(16 reviews)
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    This was a last minute decision. Saw an ad pop up on social media about a July 3rd cruise and…read morefireworks. Had never heard of Queen City Riverboats until then. Discovered they're located in Dayton Ky, just a few miles east of Newport. They have a private parking lot- so parking was easy even though the surrounding area was busy. We boarded quickly and the crew members were all very personable. Our tickets included a 3 hour cruise, dinner and open bar. The boat started out by cruising east on the Ohio river and then turned back towards the west (and the fireworks). Our dinner, was as advertised, a mix of bbq, hamburgers, hot dogs and summer salads. There were also cookies and some pastries for dessert. The bar, which was included in the price, was a pleasant surprise. They offered cans and bottles of beer and some fairly good spirits for cocktails. The cruise was a pleasant way to relax and see the sites along the Cincinnati- N. Kentucky Ohio River shore line. We arrived at our spot to watch the fireworks (which were set off from a barge in the river) approximately 30 minutes before start time. It was a very fun way to watch the "fire in the sky". All in all, the food wasn't fancy, the boat decor was a little bit "tired" - however the crew, the sites along the river, the comfy outdoor seating area and the cruise made for a really enjoyable evening. Very glad we went!

    The overall experience was amazing. The crowd was chill, the bartenders were amazing but the…read moreCaptain (the person checking us in) was too much. First, he was not inviting, second, he had a frown on his face, third, he was aggressive towards us. Many of us were over 50, cool, chill and laid back but I understand the sentiment, you never know what type of crowd you're going to get, I guess. The "media" portrays black people as violent, vicious and unassuming. In addition, I know that initial impression of black people is that we are all rowdy but some of us are actually reserved and chill. There are so many facets to us.. give us a chance!!..overall we had a wonderful time!

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    Scenic River Canoe Excursions - Map

    Scenic River Canoe Excursions

    4.6(50 reviews)
    10.8 mi

    My Mr. have been here before with this previous job. He highly recommended it. Plus it's only 15…read moreminutes from our home. You can book your reservations online however we decided to pay up at the desk due to the weather. Didn't know if it was going to rain but it turned out to be a gorgeous day. First it is required to sign a waiver then you check in. There are several options. You can choose between the 2,3,6 or 8.5 mile trek. You can rent tandem kayak, single kayak or canoe. We opted for the tandem kayak $86.00 for the both of us and we did the 6 mile round trip. You pick your life jacket, wait for your name to be called out and you take a bus. From there they will drop you off depending on what mile marker you chose. The staff makes sure to explain where to not go and when you have to be back. Make sure you are back by 7:00 pm. Once you get to the river you pick your paddle and kayak/canoe and off you go. You may hit some rough shallow spots but for the most part, it was smooth sailing. Make sure to pack a small cooler for your drinks. Stay hydrated. We also kayaked to Little Miami Brewing and had a couple of libations. That was fun! Overall the whole experience was great and I had a blast. Coming back the staff was super friendly, helpful and laid back. I would definitely come back. This place rocks.

    Fantastic canoe outing in the Little Miami River, facilitated by the Scenic River Canoe Excursion…read moreteam. This was our first time with this company (not first time on this river). The location was easy to find on Round Bottom Road, big grass/field parking lot and well - set up registration area. Getting signed in and life jacket was a breeze. The shuttle to the put-in outside of Miamiville for our "Fletcher" paddle was a quick ride, and our canoe, kayaks and paddles were waiting for us. A staff member was on hand at the river for those needing a push in, but otherwise it was easy to handle on our own. And we were off! There were little rapids on the way for some fun, a few "beaches" for taking a break. It was a Tuesday and we saw people paddling the whole way, but did not feel crowded at all. Saw lots fish, a few turtles and a turkey vulture. We did stop at Little Miami Brewing in Milford for a break which was fun. Return to the car was easy and again staff on hand to take your equipment. Great time and we'll definitely do it again!

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