DIRECTIONS & PORTS OF DEPARTURE
2501 River Drive
Moline, IL 61265
FROM ILLINOIS
- Take I-74 West
- Take the 7th Ave Riverfront Exit
- Turn right at the bottom of the exit at the light onto 7th Ave
- Get into the left hand lane
- Follow the curve left
- This is now 23rd Street
- Go across the railroad tracks
- Turn right at the lights onto 3rd Ave, which is River Drive
The Celebration Belle is ahead on the left
FROM THE WEST: IN IOWA
- Take I-80 East to I-74 East
- Cross the Mississippi River into Illinois
- Take the River Drive exit
- At the bottom of the ramp, turn left onto River Drive
The Celebration Belle is ahead on the left
Boarding Location for Cruises Departing out of LeClaire, IA
199 N. Front Street
LeClaire, IA 52753
FROM THE EAST: IN ILLINOIS
- Take I-80 west to the LeClaire, IA exit
- At the light, turn left onto Route 67 toward LeClaire, IA
- Turn right onto Wisconsin Street in LeClaire
The Celebration Belle is docked up river
FROM THE WEST: IN IOWA
- Take I-80 east to the LeClaire, IA exit
- At the light turn left on to Route 67 toward LeClaire, IA
- Turn right onto Wisconsin Street in LeClaire
The Celebration Belle is docked up river
Boarding Location for Cruises Departing from Dubuque, IA
3 Street East & Bell Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
FROM THE NORTH:
- Take 151 north/US61 north / US 52 north to the White Street Ramp toward theIce Harbor/Port of Dubuque
- Follow the signs to Port of Dubuque
- Go to Bell Street and turn right
- Go pass the Grand Harbour Hotel and their parking lot
- Turn left into the next parking lot toward the brick river wall
The Celebration Belle will be docked on the other side of the river wall
FROM THE CHICAGO, ILLINOIS AREA:
- Take Highway 20 west to the Locust Street Exit
- Take the Port of Dubuque Exit
- Go to Bell Street and turn right
- Go pass the Grand Harbour Hotel and their parking lot
- Turn left into the next parking lot toward the river wall
The Celebration Belle will be docked on the other side of the river wall
FROM THE DES MOINES IOWA AREA:
- Take I-80 east to I-380 then north to US-151 north
- Follow US-151 north/US61 north to the Port of Dubuque exit
- Go pass the Grand Harbour Hotel and their parking lot
- Turn left into the next parking lot toward the river wall
The Celebration Belle will be docked on the other side of the river wall
Boarding Location for Cruises Departing from Prairie du Chien, WI
200 N Water Street
Prairie du Chien, WI 53821
FROM DAVENPORT:
- Go east on W Locust St toward N Main St
- Take the 2nd left onto S Brady St/US-61-BL N
- Stay straight to go onto US-61 N (Crossing into Wisconsin)
- Take the WI-35 N/US-61 N/The Great River Road North/CR-HH exit, EXIT 8, toward Dickeyville/Lancaster
- Turn left onto US-61/Great River Rd/WI-35. Continue to follow US-61 N/WI-35 N
- Turn left onto W Maple St/US-61 S/WI-81 W/WI-35 N
- Take the 1st left onto S Jefferson St/US-61 S/WI-81 W/WI-35 N
- Take the 1st right onto WI-81/WI-35/W Cherry St
- Take the 2nd left onto WI-81/WI-35/Beetown Rd. Continue to follow WI-35.
- Turn left onto US-18 W/WI-35 N
- Turn left onto E Lapointe St/US-18/WI-60. Continue to follow US-18 W/WI-60 W
- US-18 W/WI-60 W becomes S Main St
- Turn left onto W Blackhawk Ave
- Turn right onto N Water St
- 200 N WATER ST is on the left
The Celebration Belle will be docked on the other side of the river wall
FROM THE CHICAGO, ILLINOIS AREA:
- Start out going north on N Lasalle St toward W Randolph St
- Turn left onto W Randolph St
- Merge onto I-90 E/I-94 E via the ramp on the left
- Merge onto I-55 S via EXIT 53 toward St Louis
- Merge onto I-80 W via EXIT 250B toward Iowa
- Merge onto I-280 W via the exit on the left toward Moline/Rock Island (Crossing into Iowa)
- Take the US-61/West River Dr exit, EXIT 6, toward Muscatine
- Turn left onto US-61 S/140th St. Continue to follow US-61 S
- Turn left onto IA-38 N/Park Ave. Continue to follow IA-38 N
- IA-38 N becomes E 2nd St/US-61-BR/IA-92
- Turn left onto Mulberry Ave/US-61-BR/IA-92
- Turn right onto E Mississippi Dr/US-61-BR/IA-92
- Take the 2nd left onto Iowa Ave
- Take the 1st right onto Harbor Dr
- 101 HARBOR DR is on the right
The Celebration Belle will be docked on the other side of the river wall
Frequently Asked Questions
What is your smoking policy?
All interior areas of our ship are non-smoking areas. Passengers who smoke may do so on the outdoor observation decks.
Can you tell me a little bit about the Celebration Belle?
The Celebration Belle is the largest non-gaming riverboat on the Upper Mississippi River, accommodating up to 800 passengers. She is 4 decks tall with 2 enclosed climate controlled dining decks, 2 outer decks for observation, gift shop, 5 fully stocked bars, 2 dance floors, and full galley.
Do you sail in inclement weather?
Absolutely. Our ship is fully enclosed and climate-controlled for your comfort. We sail—rain or shine—all cruising season.
How is seating arranged on board?
All meal cruises have reserve seating, which are assigned by our floor manager. Most tables accommodate two, four or eight people. Each party is usually seated at their own private table, but on some occasion, cabaret seating may apply, meaning that your party may sit with other parties to fill a table. For preferred window seating, please go to the “Celebration Packages and Cruise Enhancements” section on our website.
Can I guarantee a window seat?
Yes. You can purchase a guaranteed window seat in advance for any of our meal cruises. Go to “Celebration Packages and Cruise Enhancements” section on our website.
Will I get seasick?
It is highly unlikely. The Celebration Belle is the largest vessel on the Upper Mississippi River and very stable.
What is boarding time and what is cruising time?
Typically we begin boarding a half-hour prior to the cruise time. Tickets may be picked up at our reservation office any time prior to the cruise.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cruise reservations must be secured with a credit card or advanced payment. If you must cancel a reservations, it must be done 24 hours prior to the cruise. If you cancel the day of the cruise, a $10.00 cancellation fee per person is incurred for Themed Lunch, Narrated Lunch and Dinner cruises and a $30.00/person for All Day and Overnight Cruises. If you fail to show up for the cruise, there are no refunds.
Are reservations required?
Yes, reservations are required for all of our cruises.
What type of payment do you accept?
Payment is required in full at the time the reservation is made. We accept VISA, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. We also accept traveler’s checks, money orders, and certified checks. Please make checks or money orders payable to Celebration River Cruises and mail to 2501 River Dr., Moline, IL 61265.
Where can I pick up the cruise tickets?
After tickets are purchased, they may be picked up at anytime at the reservation office.
Will my cell phone work on the cruise?
Yes. For the comfort of other guests, we ask that cell phone conversations be held on the outside decks.
Do you offer packages to make my cruise extra-special?
Yes. We offer several packages that can be added on to your cruise. You can choose from a window seat, bar packages, appetizers, cakes, flowers, and more. Please check out our “Celebration Packages and Cruise Enhancements” section on our website, or call our reservation office (800) 297-0034.
Does the Coast Guard certify the Celebration Belle?
Yes. The Celebration Belle is in accordance with all of certifications of the United States Coast Guard. Safety aboard the Celebration Belle is top priority at all times.
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