Visit Iconic Movie Locations With American Queen Voyages

For movie buffs looking for a cruise with a difference, American Queen Voyages will give you a deeper discovery of North America through the lens of your favorite movies. A choice of itineraries offers the chance to sail on North America’s rivers, lakes and oceans while visiting the most iconic movie settings.

Field of Dreams – Dubuque, Iowa

Nowadays the name of Kevin Costner brings the Paramount series Yellowstone first to mind. However, one of the actor’s most iconic movies was filmed just outside of Dubuque, Iowa, in Dyersville. Guests can walk in the footsteps of Costner, along with James Earl Jones and Ray Liotta who also starred in the movie. On the Field of Dreams experience with American Queen Voyages, guests can visit the Field of Dreams movie’s signature farmhouse and baseball diamond.

Elvis – Memphis, Tennessee

Fans of Elvis Presley can experience the movie Elvis in real life on The Elvis Experience shore excursion. The Mississippi River journey starts with a tour of Graceland, Presley’s home. Enjoy an audio tour as you explore the mansion and uncover every part of rock & roll legend Elvis Presley’s life. The next stop is the Entertainment Complex which features many exhibits of The King’s cars, clothing and legacy.

Somewhere in Time – Mackinac Island, Michigan

For those who remember the classic movie, Somewhere in Time, this experience takes you to Mackinac Island. This was the location where the motion picture starring Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour was filmed. On the Somewhere in Time experience, guests will enjoy a Great Lakes sailing, followed by a horse-drawn carriage tour of Mackinac Island. Meanwhile, many scenes in the movie took place in The Grand Hotel, so keep your eyes peeled for a vintage framed photo of Jane Seymour herself.

The Proposal – Sitka, Alaska

On an Ocean Victory expedition, guests can explore Sitka, Alaska, known for its wildlife and adventurous recreational activities. While sailing the Pacific Ocean to remote destinations like Kake and Frederick Sound, Endicott Arm, Tracy Arm and Petersburg guests can walk in the shoes of Margaret Tate in the romantic comedy, The Proposal.

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – Chicago, Illinois

Movie buffs will surely remember Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, which features many iconic locations in Chicago. In this experience, guests can visit those locations, such as Wrigley Field, Grant Park (now Millennium Park), and Sears Tower. What is even better, a sail on American Queen Voyages roundtrip Chicago itinerary gives the opportunity to see the Windy City twice.

Secretariat – Louisville, Kentucky

Those who enjoyed the hit Walt Disney Pictures film Secretariat might recall that it was filmed in Louisville, Kentucky. This experience offers the Private Churchill Downs Backstretch Post-Cruise experience. Moreover, this tour takes you behind the scenes of the world’s most legendary racetrack, or alternatively, you can enjoy a Kentucky Derby cruise.

The Goonies – Astoria, Oregon

Guests can pretend to be a pirate for the day while visiting Astoria, Oregon, the filming location for The Goonies. Enjoy a hop-on-hop-off tour around town, visiting the Astoria Riverwalk, the magnificent monument, the Astoria Column and the historical Heritage Museum.

Jack Reacher – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

On this experience, travel to Steel City to explore the film set of the action thriller movie, Jack Reacher. Along the way, heading to PNC Park, home to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Meanwhile, this was also the opening scene of the Tom Cruise movie. Next, take a stroll along the Allegheny River, stop off to smell the roses in the Botanical Gardens and enjoy a history lesson at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button – New Orleans, Louisiana

Who can forget the iconic movie, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, loosely based on a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald? The movie starred Brad Pitt in an amazing reversal of age experience. Meanwhile, here, guests can enjoy sailing to or from New Orleans or take a roundtrip voyage to explore some of the locations where the Oscar-winning movie was filmed.

These sailing and exploring experiences are perfect, whether you are a movie buff or not. Each takes you along the North American rivers, lakes and oceans. Meanwhile, an expedition voyage offers sights, sounds, flavors and scents for anyone to enjoy. Find out more about the exciting itineraries and experiences on the American Queen Voyages website.