River Boat Voyage

Year Built / Refurbished

1995 / 2017

Guest Decks

Length

420 ft.

Suites & Staterooms

213

Guest Capacity

417

Number of Crew Members

172

Highlight

Christened in Memphis in 2012 by Godmother Priscilla Presley with a bottle of champagne, the American Queen is the largest steamboat ever built — spanning 418 feet.

About the river boat voyage

RIVERS | UPPER MISSISSIPPI & ILLINOIS RIVERS

St. Louis to Minneapolis

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RIVERS | UPPER MISSISSIPPI & ILLINOIS RIVERS

American Queen

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RIVERS | LOWER MISSISSIPPI RIVER

New Orleans to Memphis

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ONBOARD

Welcome to the pinnacle of authentic riverboat experiences

Garnd saloon

Inspired by America’s heartland and our Southern heritage, our menus showcase the varied cultural and culinary influences of our nation including Cajun and Creole cuisine.

Recreation

From lively Broadway-caliber performances to stimulating lectures with our knowledgeable historians or Riverlorians, you will find a pastime on ship that suits your passion.

Relaxation

The American Queen has every amenity to help you completely unwind — including spa services, a fitness center, a lovely library and numerous spaces conducive to just chilling.

Main Deck

Spaces

Grand Saloon

Home to award-winning, Broadway-caliber entertainment every night, the Grand Saloon resembles a 19th-century opera house.

Main Deck Lounge

A semi-private space dedicated to small groups.

Captain’s Bar

Located just outside the JM White Dining Room, the perfect place for a pre-dinner cocktail with live piano music and singalongs nightly.

J.M. White Dining Room

In the elegant J.M. White Dining Room, any meal will keep you savoring the memory of the flavors and sharing your excitement for our excellent service – even after you leave the boat.

Cabin Deck

Spaces

Ladies’ Parlor

Lounge by the fireplace, sip some tea, and admire the Victorian period décor while taking in the sights of the river.

Gentlemen’s Card Room

An ideal spot for card playing, jigsaw puzzle-solving, and reading.

Mark Twain Gallery

Enjoy the company of fellow passengers amidst an extensive collection of Mark Twain literature, celebrating one of the most ardent advocates of the Mississippi River.

Purser’s Office

The hub of the American Queen for asking questions, planning shore excursions, and making future cruise plans.

Shore Excursion Deck

Get your ticket to experience great river cities with narrated tours on our dedicated fleet of Hop-On Hop-Off river coaches.

Emporium Gift Shop

A distinctive selection of souvenirs, apparel, and sundries.

Engine Room Bar

Live music performances plus expertly crafted cocktails make this the go-to space after each night’s show.

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SUITES & STATEROOMS

Owner’s suite with exclusive veranda

Open your French doors and step onto your veranda to unwind on your amply furnished patio. Adorned with 11-foot vaulted ceilings, overhead lighting and a cozy interior lounging area with a sofa-bed and cocktail tables, these expansive suites can accommodate up to three guests, and epitomize luxurious river cruising. Relish the many exclusive benefits of our Commodore Services while your personal River Butler attends to your every need. Details

Luxury Suite with Private or Open Veranda

Our spacious, elegant suites are furnished to provide the warm ambiance of a fine Southern estate. Open your French doors and delight in sweeping river views as you sip a beverage and share conversation in your cozy sitting area. With two configurations to choose from — either one large room with a private veranda or two adjoining rooms with an open veranda. These suites are the ideal choice for family and friends vacationing together. Details

ALL SUITES & STATEROOMS

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Owner’s Suite with Exclusive Veranda

348 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Owner’s Suite with Exclusive Veranda

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GUESTS

3

SQ FEET

348

DECK

5

Open French doors and step out onto your veranda to unwind on your amply furnished patio. Adorned with 11-foot vaulted ceilings, overhead lighting and a cozy interior lounging area with a sofa-bed and cocktail tables, these expansive suites can accommodate up to three guests, and epitomize luxurious river cruising. Relish the many exclusive benefits of our Commodore Services while your personal River Butler attends to your every need.

348 sq ft with 670 sq ft exclusive private balcony
Queen bed
Full bathroom with standard tub/shower combination
Lounging area with sofa-bed
Dressing area with granite vanity and mirror
Flat-screen TV
Coffee maker and mini-refrigerator
French doors open to the exclusive veranda
Furnished patio with sofa, two chairs and a coffee table
Interior and exterior access
Promenade Deck
Commodore Services, including a River Butler

Pre-boarding privileges (one hour earlier than standard)
Complimentary bottle of wine on embarkation day
Fresh fruit daily in your suite
Preferred dining arrangements
Reserved balcony seating in the Grand Saloon
Private reception with senior officers
River Butler services (LS and OS cabins)
Specialty afternoon snack menu
Located on Promenade and Texas Decks

LS

Luxury Suite With Private Or Open Veranda

345-420 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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GUESTS

3

SQ FEET

348

DECK

5

Our spacious, elegant suites are furnished to provide the warm ambiance of a fine Southern estate. Open your French doors and delight in sweeping river views as you sip a beverage and share conversation in your cozy sitting area. With two configurations to choose from — either one large room with a private veranda or two adjoining rooms with an open veranda — these suites are the ideal choice for family and friends vacationing together.

Queen bed or two single beds
Full bathroom with tub and shower or standard tub/shower combination
Sitting area with sofa-bed
Lounging area with sofa-bed
Vanity, mirror, and des
Flat-screen TV
Safe, Bathrobes and Slippers
Coffee maker and mini-refrigerator
French doors open to deck or veranda
Interior and exterior access

Pre-boarding privileges (one hour earlier than standard)
Complimentary bottle of wine on embarkation day
Fresh fruit daily in your suite
Preferred dining arrangements
Reserved balcony seating in the Grand Saloon
Private reception with senior officers
River Butler services (LS and OS cabins)
Specialty afternoon snack menu
Located on Promenade and Texas Decks

DS

Deluxe Suite With Open Veranda

260 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Deluxe Suite With Open Veranda

GUESTS

3

SQ FEET

260

DECK

5

You will feel right at home on the river in our magnificent suites. Indulge in a soothing soak in your tub, then retire to your cozy armchair or sofa, prop your feet up on the ottoman, and read through the River Times — our daily program — to discover the delights that await.

Queen bed or two single beds
Full bathroom with standard tub/shower combination
Sitting area
Vanity and mirror
Flat-screen TV
Safe, Bathrobes and Slippers
Coffee maker and mini-refrigerator
French doors open to the exclusive veranda
Interior and exterior access
Located on Promenade Deck
Partially accessible suite 520 is 275 sq. ft. and features a standard tub/shower combination.

Pre-boarding privileges (one hour earlier than standard)
Complimentary bottle of wine on embarkation day
Fresh fruit daily in your suite
Preferred dining arrangements
Reserved balcony seating in the Grand Saloon
Private reception with senior officers
Specialty afternoon snack menu

PS

Paddlewheel Stateroom

265-320 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Paddlewheel Staterooms

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GUESTS

2–3

SQ FEET

265-320

DECK

3

These spacious retreats offer unmatched views, each with a 6-foot-square viewing window that overlooks the paddlewheel for a genuinely authentic steamboating experience. Guests are enamored with the allure of the more traditional experience from sound and vibration of the proximity of the turning paddlewheel.

Stateroom 383: 320 sq. ft.
Stateroom 385 and 386: 265 sq. ft.
Traditional paddlewheel experience
Queen bed or two single beds
Full bathroom with standard tub/shower combination
Flat-screen TV
Safe, Bathrobes and Slippers
Sitting area
6-foot-square picture window overlooking the paddlewheel
Vanity, mirror, and desk
Interior access
Located on Texas Deck

JS

Junior Suite With Open Veranda

145-230 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Junior Suite With Open Veranda

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GUESTS

2

SQ FEET

145-230

DECK

5

Settle into your sitting area, open the French doors to the deck, and greet the day as the banks of the river majestically slip by. Some staterooms in this category offer a view of the paddlewheel, while others provide expansive views of America’s heartland.

Queen bed or two single beds
Full bathroom with standard tub/shower combination
Flat-screen TV
Safe, Bathrobes and Slippers
Sitting area
Vanity and mirror
French doors open to deck
Interior and exterior access
Located on Promenade and Observation Decks
Partially accessible suites 521 and 522 are 230 sq. ft. and feature a standard tub/shower combination.

a

Deluxe Outside Stateroom With Private Veranda

190 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Deluxe Outside Stateroom with Private Veranda

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GUESTS

2

SQ FEET

190

DECK

3

With a private veranda, these staterooms are so enjoyable that you might decide to extend your journey. Relax in a cozy armchair and enjoy the view as you anticipate the activities of the day.

b

Outside Stateroom With Open Veranda

160-230 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Outside Stateroom With Open Veranda

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GUESTS

2–3

SQ FEET

160-230

DECK

4

Can you imagine opening French doors to a sweeping river vista and the sweet scent of magnolia trees? Sit on the deck outside your stateroom and greet early-morning strollers, relax in bed with your favorite book or soak in a hot bath.

Queen bed or two single beds
Full bathroom with standard tub/shower combination
Lounging area with sofa-bed
Flat-screen TV
Coffee maker and mini-refrigerator
French doors open to deck
Interior and exterior access
Located on Observation Deck

C

Outside Stateroom With Open Veranda

140-180 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Outside Stateroom With Open Veranda

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GUESTS

2

SQ FEET

140-180

DECK

3 & 4

Queen bed or two single beds
Full bathroom with standard tub/shower combination
Flat-screen TV
French doors open to veranda
Exterior access
Located on Observation, Texas and Cabin Decks
Partially accessible staterooms 305 and 306 (180 sq. ft.) feature standard tub/shower combinations.

D

Deluxe Outside Stateroom With Bay Window

190 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Deluxe Outside Stateroom With Bay Window

GUESTS

2

SQ FEET

190

DECK

2

An expansive bay window overlooking the scenery of America’s heartland is the main draw of this spacious category. Curl up in front of the window with a new novel, and savor a moment that belongs to only you.

SD

Single Deluxe Stateroom

348 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Single Deluxe Stateroom

GUESTS

3

SQ FEET

130

DECK

4

Greet the day in your cozy stateroom, relaxing before breakfast, or simply enjoy a leisurely morning in bed with room service.

SI

Single Inside Stateroom

80 SQ. FT

Deck 5

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Single Inside Stateroom

GUESTS

1

SQ FEET

80

DECK

4

These intimate cabins with ample storage space are slightly scaled down to accommodate the independent traveler and feature a single bed.

E

Inside Stateroom

130 SQ. FT.

Deck 5

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Inside Stateroom

GUESTS

3

SQ FEET

130

DECK

3

Surrounded by excellent period details, accompanied by every modern convenience, these cozy havens will make your cares disappear. Ample shelving and storage spaces keep necessities out of the way yet easily accessible.