Chattanooga’s #1 River Cruise Experience

Pricing varies by cruise type:

• Sightseeing Cruises
• Sunset Cruises
• Lunch Cruises
• Dinner Cruises
• Private Charters

Tickets typically range from sightseeing rates to full dinner experiences depending on date and package.

👥 Group rates available for 20+ guests
📧 Email: [email protected]

Most cruises last between 1.5 and 2 hours, depending on the experience you select.

Dinner cruises are typically 2 hours.
Sightseeing cruises are approximately 1.5 hours.

We recommend arriving 30 minutes early for boarding, drinks, and photos.

🚢 Sightseeing Cruise – Fully narrated tour of the Tennessee River and Chattanooga’s waterfront.

🌇 Sunset Cruise – Scenic evening cruise with full bar service and unbeatable golden-hour views.

🍽️ Lunch & Dinner Cruises – Full dining experience onboard with plated or buffet-style service.

🎉 Private Charters – Corporate events, weddings, ministry events, birthday parties, and large celebrations.

On dining cruises — yes.

Our onboard culinary team prepares meals fresh in our commercial kitchen. Menus may include:

• Slow-cooked barbecue
  
• Ribeye or chicken entrées
  
• Mashed potatoes
  
• Fresh vegetables
  
• Dinner rolls
  
• House-made desserts

(Dinner selections vary by cruise and event.)

Sightseeing and sunset cruises offer optional concessions and bar service.

Yes — three full bars.

The Southern Belle features:

• Domestic and local beers
  
• Wines
  
• Craft cocktails
  
• Premium and allocated spirits

Whether you want a cold beer on the deck or a cocktail during sunset, we’ve got you covered.

Absolutely.

The Southern Belle welcomes families, date nights, church groups, school trips, corporate outings, and tourists.

Children love watching the river from the open-air top deck.

The Southern Belle is U.S. Coast Guard certified and can accommodate 452 pax and large groups comfortably.

For private charters, we can host significant guest counts across multiple decks.

During your cruise you may experience:

• Downtown Chattanooga skyline
• Tennessee River Gorge views
• Historic riverfront
• Passing river traffic
• Wildlife sightings

Each cruise offers a unique perspective of Chattanooga from the water.

Yes — and we encourage it.

Pair your cruise with:

🚂 Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
🦆 Chattanooga Ducks
🏨 Mayor’s Mansion Inn

Ask about same-day packages and combination pricing.

Turn your visit into a full Chattanooga experience.

Parking is available near the boarding location on the Chattanooga riverfront.

We recommend arriving early, especially on weekends and peak season.

Yes.

The Southern Belle is one of Chattanooga’s most unique private event venues.

We host:

• Weddings
• Rehearsal dinners
• Corporate retreats
• Church events
• School groups
• Fundraisers
• Holiday parties

Custom food, bar, and entertainment packages available.

Yes.

The Southern Belle is fully U.S. Coast Guard certified and inspected. Our professional captain and crew prioritize safety on every cruise.

Because it’s not just a boat ride.

It’s:

• A moving restaurant
• A floating event venue
• A sunset bar
• A narrated river tour
• A Chattanooga tradition

We serve approximately 150,000 guests annually across our river operations.

Board early.
Grab a drink.
Head to the top deck.
Watch the skyline fade into sunset.

The Southern Belle Riverboat is more than a cruise — it’s Chattanooga’s signature river experience.