what time should we get there before the cruisr?

We arrived at 5:45 and there was a line then as well

We got there at 6:00, when boarding started, and there was already a line

For our lunch, brunch, and scenic cruises, we recommend arriving approximately 30 minutes prior, with boarding starting 15 minutes before each cruise. For evening cruises, you can arrive around 30 minutes before the cruise, with boarding beginning right around 6:00 for our 6:30 departures. We do have earlier times in September & October to accommodate the earlier sunset!