Sturgeon Bay Sunset Cruise

A Relaxed Evening on the Water

Unwind at the end of the day with a scenic 90-minute cruise. This special eastbound route combines light narration with music, creating the perfect blend of storytelling and relaxation.

What to Expect

As we journey east, your captain and crew will share select stories of Sturgeon Bay’s maritime history and local landmarks, interspersed with time to simply enjoy the music, scenery, and golden light dancing on the water.

Highlights of the eastward cruise include:

• Gliding beneath the Bay Bridge toward the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal
• Views of the U.S. Coast Guard Station and both the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Light and Pierhead Lighthouse on Lake Michigan—fantastic photo opportunities!

A Unique Sunset Perspective

With lighter narration than our daytime history cruises, this tour is designed to let you soak up the atmosphere of the bay. Listen to music, watch the sky shift colors, and enjoy a relaxing evening with friends, family, or someone special.

First Mate Youth Activity

Engage with our tour to become an honorary First Mate! Complete a word find game, learn to tie a bowline knot, take the Door County Pledge. And maybe, if you’re good, the captain will allow you to steer the ship – under their watchful eyes! Diploma-like certificates signed by the captain or crew are a keepsake to treasure and remember.  

Ready to see Sturgeon Bay from the water? Join us for a family memory maker!

Enhance Your Door County Experience

Visit our incredible Educational Partners: Door County Maritime Museum, Crossroads at Big Creek – Nature Preserve and Learning Center, and Door County Heritage Village. Immerse yourself in the region’s rich maritime history, explore serene walking trails along Big Creek, and step back in time to discover the Door County’s Pioneer heritage.

Building Community

Our high quality narration is made possible by our Educational Partners.

With every Adult ticket purchase, Shoreline Boat Tours proudly donates $5 to support these remarkable organizations—helping to preserve and share Door County’s history, culture, and environment for generations to come.

Your adventure doesn’t just take you on the water—it helps keep history and nature alive and well!