During 50- to 60-minute afternoon cruises, tour groups float four miles down the Fox River as they learn about the area’s history.  Cruises run Monday through Friday at 3:30 p.m. until the end of August; Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. until Oct. 13. Click here to view the full schedule of public cruises.  Pay $7.50 for two public paddleboat cruise tickets (up to a $15 value) or $14 for four public paddleboat cruise tickets (up to a $30 value).  

We did this one Sunday, back when FirstBorn still considered himself part of our family.  A very nice way to spend the day, especially if you throw in window-shopping and a bite to eat.