City Cruises Junior Captains Program Sets Sail in Philly

All Aboard the City Cruises Junior Captains Program

As the Delaware River sparkles into the fall season, City Cruises Philadelphia is charting a new course for family fun with its recently launched City Cruises Junior Captains Program. Designed with younger voyagers in mind, this fresh initiative introduces engaging onboard activities, interactive entertainment, and a curated kids’ menu—making City Cruises more family-friendly than ever.

Docked at Penn’s Landing at 401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, the Spirit of Philadelphia now offers a unique opportunity for children to experience the joy of cruising in a way that’s both fun and memorable. The City Cruises Junior Captains Program is a multi-sensory maritime experience that encourages exploration, creativity, and movement. More than just a dining cruise—it’s now an immersive journey designed to entertain guests of all ages.

With families constantly looking for engaging, inclusive outings, City Cruises has created something rare: a river cruise where kids are welcomed and celebrated.

Dining on Deck with a Kid-Approved Menu

Let’s face it—no parent wants to battle with a picky eater on board a moving vessel. Fortunately, the new City Cruises Junior Captains Program has that covered. Every child’s ticket includes a thoughtfully crafted, kid-approved menu that balances nutrition with deliciousness.

Young diners can begin their culinary journey with a choice of garden salad or fresh fruit cup, followed by one of two main entrées: crispy chicken tenders or classic buttered noodles. And no junior captain’s meal would be complete without signature kids’ beverages, including sodas and juices, as well as unlimited dessert offerings to satisfy even the most sugar-obsessed sailor.

Activities and Keepsakes Fit for a Junior Captain

Beyond the food and the views, the City Cruises Junior Captains Program sets itself apart with an exciting lineup of interactive games, crafts, and high-energy entertainment. Kids can dive into under-the-sea-themed coloring pages, create with onboard craft kits, or challenge their siblings to a round of tabletop games during the meal.

Once full bellies meet high energy, it’s time to hit the open-air deck, where larger-than-life games like Jumbo Connect 4 and cornhole await. And when the music starts, little ones can groove in DJ-led dance-offs, bringing the fun full circle on the floating dance floor.

Perhaps the most endearing feature of the experience is the Junior Captain Certificate—a charming keepsake personally presented by the ship’s captain or crew to first-time junior guests. It’s a small gesture, but one that turns a casual outing into a cherished family memory.

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