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Moondance Cat

The Moondance is a 51-foot catamaran that offers two-hour cruises on Lake Erie. Four cruises depart daily from the Erie Basin Marina, and passengers can take advantage of an open bar, sound system, and ample space for sunbathing. Group charters and banquet packages are available.

Address: 2 Templeton Terr.
Getting there: Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor
Hours: Cruises leave May-Oct 12:30PM, 3PM, 6PM, 8:15PM
Price: $23, seniors $20, children $11.50
Website: moondancecat.com (opens in a new tab)

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