10 Top U.S. Landmarks You Can Visit on a River Cruise

by Donna Heiderstadt | Jun 9, 2022

One of the best ways to appreciate the cities and small towns at the heart of the American experience is to take a cruise on one of a half-dozen U.S. rivers — from the mighty Mississippi to the scenic Columbia & Snake Rivers. Plus, there's plenty to see along the way, including these 10 top U.S. landmarks.

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The Gateway Arch, Missouri

Eero Saarinen’s soaring Gateway Arch, which was built in 1965 along the banks of the Mississippi River, is best appreciated at ground level. Non-claustrophobic visitors can also ascend the cement-and-steel structure — the tallest monument in the U.S. — via a tram ride to the top, where, on a clear day, you can admire the Midwest landscape for 30 miles.