Diamond Jack's River Tours

Diamond Jack's River Tours Explore Detroit like never before! Our sightseeing tours and private charters offer an unforgettable look into Detroit’s rich history.

Affordable, fun, and perfect for the whole family, hop on board for a cruise experience you’ll never forget!

08/30/2026

We’re back in the yard this week with Captain Steve and the new tug, and things are really starting to come together! Excited to share this next chapter and give you a behind-the-scenes look as the project moves forward. Stay tuned—there’s plenty more to come!

Lakes

08/28/2026

It’s official. Lake Ontario is now “Lake America” at least for U.S. federal use.

President Trump signed an executive order directing U.S. federal agencies to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America.” The change applies to U.S. government usage, while Canada and international organizations are not required to adopt the new name.

What do you think about the change? Will you keep calling it Lake Ontario, or are you on board with Lake America?

There are some nights on the Detroit River that make you stop and just take it all in. The other night aboard the Diamon...
08/26/2026

There are some nights on the Detroit River that make you stop and just take it all in. The other night aboard the Diamond Belle was one of them.

As we made our way down the river, the sun began to set, and somehow it lined up perfectly in the center of the Short Cut Bridge by Zug Island.

For just a few moments, everything seemed to come together the river, the bridge, the glow of the sunset, and a view of Detroit that never gets old.

I don’t think it could have been any more perfect. After all the years we’ve spent on this river, it still has a way of surprising us. It reminds you that sometimes the most beautiful Detroit moments aren’t planned.

You just have to be there when they happen.

08/24/2026

It’s Sunday, with Captain Steve and today we’re excited to welcome two of our longtime charter guests, Scott and Kathy. They aren’t just loyal supporters of our boat they’re incredible people with huge hearts.

Every year, Scott and Kathy charter the boat entirely at their own expense to host a Special Olympics trip. They don’t charge a single guest. Their goal is simply to give these amazing athletes a fun, memorable day on the water filled with smiles, laughter, and a great time.

Scott and Kathy, thank you for your generosity and for making such a positive difference in the lives of so many. We’re honored to have you with us and can’t wait to hear the story behind this wonderful tradition.

08/23/2026

It’s Sunday with Captain Steve and today we’re excited to welcome two of our longtime charter guests, Scott and Kathy. They aren’t just loyal supporters of our boat they’re incredible people with huge hearts.

Every year, Scott and Kathy charter the boat entirely at their own expense to host a Special Olympics trip. They don’t charge a single guest. Their goal is simply to give these amazing athletes a fun, memorable day on the water filled with smiles, laughter, and a great time.

Scott and Kathy, thank you for your generosity and for making such a positive difference in the lives of so many. We’re honored to have you with us today and can’t wait to hear the story behind this wonderful tradition.

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08/21/2026

The city tells two stories.

One from the tracks, where the Detroit People Mover quietly circles downtown, revealing murals, glass towers, and streets full of history.

The other from the water, where Diamond Jack’s fleet glides along the Detroit River, and the skyline reflects back like a memory.

Different journeys. Same heartbeat.

Detroit isn’t just a place you visit..it’s a place you feel.

The Detroit River has carried generations of stories.For some, the sight of a freighter moving slowly down the river bri...
08/20/2026

The Detroit River has carried generations of stories.

For some, the sight of a freighter moving slowly down the river brings back memories of a parent or grandparent who worked on the water, in the factories, at the docks, or somewhere along the Great Lakes.

For others, those memories are being made right now a child standing at the railing, watching a massive freighter pass for the very first time. A family pointing out a tugboat. A grandparent sharing a story about the river they remember growing up. The vessels may change, but the river keeps connecting us.

Freighters carrying cargo. Tugboats doing the hard work beside them. Coast Guard vessels keeping watch. Working boats, pleasure boats, and familiar vessels that generations of Detroiters have watched travel these waters.

They are more than boats passing by.

They are reminders of the people who built this city, the people who made their living along this river, and the generations who continue to gather along its banks today.

Maybe that's one of the most beautiful things about the Detroit River. The stories don't disappear. They simply get passed down.

From one generation to the next, the river keeps moving and Detroit's story moves with it.
📷: Capt Mike Nicholls

For 35 years, the Detroit River has been more than just water to us, it has been a front-row seat to life’s most beautif...
08/18/2026

For 35 years, the Detroit River has been more than just water to us, it has been a front-row seat to life’s most beautiful stories.

We’ve watched little hands grip the rail for the very first time, wide-eyed with excitement as the boat pulled away from the dock. We’ve seen children wave at freighters, feed the ducks, ask a hundred questions, and make memories they’ll never forget.

Then, before we knew it, those same little ones grew up.

Now they step back aboard with little hands of their own to hold, saying, “This is where I came when I was your age.”

Thirty-five years have come and gone in what feels like the blink of an eye, but the river has remained constant, quietly carrying generations of laughter, family traditions, and moments that become lifelong memories.

To everyone who has made us part of your family’s story, thank you. Watching one generation become the next has been one of the greatest privileges of our journey on the Detroit River.

Here’s to the memories we’ve shared… and to the little ones who will one day bring their own families aboard. ❤️

08/16/2026

Dockside with Captain Steve is here! Today, Captain Steve wraps up his Diamond Belle crew interview series with Sullivan. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes conversation as we meet the final crew member who helps make every trip special.

08/14/2026

Summer in Detroit is more than a season, it’s a feeling. It’s laughter carried across the river, sunsets that stop you in your tracks, and moments shared with the people who matter most. Every cruise is a reminder of what makes this city so special: its resilience, its beauty, and the community that calls it home.

Thank you for letting us be part of your summer traditions and your memories, year after year. Here’s to making even more unforgettable moments together on the Detroit River.

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1340 Atwater Street
Detroit, MI
48207

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Saturday 1am - 6:30pm
Sunday 1pm - 6:30pm

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+13138439376

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