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Cape Fear River Sunset: Music & Scenic Views
4.1
14 Ratings
Wilmington
Experience Wilmington’s stunning sunsets with live music on a riverboat cruise. Capture breathtaking views and enjoy a full-service bar.
Experience Wilmington’s stunning sunsets with live music on a riverboat cruise. Capture breathtaking views and enjoy a full-service bar.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cape Fear River - Enjoy a sunset cruise featuring talented local musicians. Some evenings feature solo performances, while others showcase duos. The cruise navigates the Downtown Historic District and the 1.75-mile-long riverwalk, offering views of marinas, bridges, restaurants, residential areas, and an outdoor concert venue. The journey…
- Cape Fear River - Enjoy a sunset cruise featuring talented local musicians. Some evenings feature solo performances, while others showcase duos. The cruise navigates the Downtown Historic District and the 1.75-mile-long riverwalk, offering views of marinas, bridges, restaurants, residential areas, and an outdoor concert venue. The journey continues west along the river’s natural landscape, providing breathtaking sunset views. Captains may opt to cruise around Eagles Island to the State Ports. The enclosed motor catamaran accommodates 49 passengers and features adjustable windows, comfortable seating, 360-degree views, a full-service bar, and a spacious, clean restroom. The friendly crew is always ready to engage in conversation. Relax and enjoy the music with a refreshing drink and good company.
What's Included
- Comfortable seating
- Large clean bathroom
- Awesome views
- Comfortable seating
- Large clean bathroom
- Awesome views
Additional Information
Enjoy Wilmington’s best talented local musicians, some nights solo, some nights duo’s, all add their flair while you wind down on our comfortable riverboat with 360 degree views of the magical breathtaking sunsets. Get your camera ready, you’ll want to change your screensaver once you experience a Cape Fear River Sunset! Our full service bar has…
Enjoy Wilmington’s best talented local musicians, some nights solo, some nights duo’s, all add their flair while you wind down on our comfortable riverboat with 360 degree views of the magical breathtaking sunsets. Get your camera ready, you’ll want to change your screensaver once you experience a Cape Fear River Sunset! Our full service bar has something for everyone. Our large clean bathroom is wheelchair accessible for a single size wheelchair.
- wheelchair accessible for a single size non-motorized wheelchair
Location
Wilmington Water Tours
South Water Street
On the Riverwalk between Orange & Ann St. Look for the Pirate, post cards and kiosk at our storefront. Parking at the meters $3/hr. free after 6:30pm private lot behind River 128 restaurant. $7/hr. City lot on Market street (3 blocks away)between Second & Front Street. First hour free then $1/hour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.1
(14 Ratings)
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Lisacz3720an
Sep 1, 2025
Probably the nicest little cruise on the river. - The captain was jovial. The musician was GREAT (I think his name was Colman...dude is talented and plays a good variety. The sunset views were really lovely. It was a great time! Show up 15-20 min before departute to get your pick of seats.
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Anne_w
Aug 28, 2025
Relaxing, chill, soothing... - Relaxing, chill, soothing vibe. Music was jazz/blues. Staff was kind and courteous. Would do again...
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Redheadskier
Aug 11, 2025
It was a marvelous nigh for a moondance.... - We had a wonderful time on the sunset cruise on Friday August 7. The Captain intro and welcoming speech was just right, the cocktails (we had the rum punch) were delicious, and the music was really good. The atmosphere of the cruise was fun and everyone on-board got into the party vibe.
I would highly recommend this sunset cruise for anyone thinking of cruising the Cape Fear River.
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Alexandra_k
Aug 8, 2025
Awesome time - We had a great time! Music was awesome and fun! Captain was very nice! Relaxing after a long day!!!!
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Biliew2025
Aug 8, 2025
Sunset cruise - There is free parking around the area but we didn’t know this. Unfortunately we paid $27 for three hours in a paid lot. The cruise itself and the staff were great. We enjoyed the live music. That was fun!
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Zachary_h
Aug 7, 2025
Fun experience for the family or date night. - Great experience. The captain was funny, the music was good and the drinks were delicious. Not overcrowded and plenty of seating.
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John_l
Aug 3, 2025
Get to the location at... - Get to the location at least 45 minutes before scheduled time, for parking, and get good seating on the boat. Awesome breeze, amazing sunset, nice vibe, has a nice bar, and great staff. Music was great too. Definitely worth it.
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Kelley_n
Sep 7, 2025
Views are worth it! - The views are amazing making it with the money. Arrive earlier than we did (10 minutes before the departure) or you will have to sit on hard stools for over an hour. Wish it had not been so crowded as neither of us was comfortable. The captain was fun and engaging.
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Keesha_f
Aug 10, 2025
Worth it… 🤷🏾♀️ - Seating is limited and a bit awkward for viewing the scenery. A lot of people were standing to get a good view. The entertainment was not great, the drinks were weak. The view was amazing!
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517judyh
Aug 1, 2025
Given wrong information so missed the boat - We were told over the phone that as long as we got to the boat by 7:15 we would be good to board. We had dinner on the boardwalk so we were minutes away from where we needed to be. We walked by where the boat was supposed to be at 7:00, although the only boats we saw were farther up the boardwalk, and there was no boat or anyone at the kiosk. When we got to the other boats they told us where to go so we went back. I called the number advertised and only got the voicemail. I still have not received a call back. Don’t spend the $180 for 4 people unless you’re able to absorb the cost.
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