Quick answer
Since September 9, 2024, Gateway Clipper has been cashless on board every cruise and at the dock bar and snack bar. Bring a credit or debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay; cash is accepted only at the dock Ticket Office and in the Game Day/Concert Shuttle line.
As of September 9, 2024, the Gateway Clipper Fleet is cashless on board every cruise. That includes the bar, the snack bar, souvenir photos and any other onboard purchase, as well as our dock bar and dock snack bar. We accept major credit and debit cards, Google Pay and Apple Pay.
Where cash is still accepted
- At our dock Ticket Office
- In the Game Day/Concert Shuttle line on the dock
Where cash is not accepted
- On board any vessel: drinks, snacks, souvenirs and photos
- At the dock snack bar and dock beverage bar
What to bring
Before you head to Station Square, make sure you have a credit or debit card or a phone set up with Apple Pay or Google Pay. That covers a cocktail from the bar (see our drink menu guide), a snack on a Three Rivers Sightseeing cruise, or the keepsake boarding photo from your Captain's Dinner Dance Cruise.
For parking, arrival times and other tips, see Plan Your Visit and our policies.
We appreciate your patronage and look forward to serving you!
Frequently asked questions
Does Gateway Clipper accept cash?
Only at the dock Ticket Office and for the Game Day/Concert Shuttle. Everything on board, plus the dock bar and snack bar, is cashless.
How do I pay for drinks and snacks on board?
With a major credit or debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. That includes the bar, the snack bar, souvenir photos and any other onboard purchase.
Can I pay cash for the game day shuttle?
Yes. Cash is accepted in the Game Day/Concert Shuttle line on the dock.
