Live narrated history tour of Nashville and the Cumberland River. We'll give you fun and entertaining knowledge around Nashville's unique history.
Nashville Public Boat Tour - Pontoon Saloon
- The only Narrated Nashville History Tour on the Cumberland River!
- 1.5 hours live narrated tour with great views of Nashville Skyline
- High top tables with plenty of seating
- The only Narrated Nashville History Tour on the Cumberland River!
- 1.5 hours live narrated tour with great views of Nashville Skyline
- High top tables with plenty of seating
The only Narrated Nashville History Tour on the Cumberland River!
Cruise along the Cumberland River in Downtown Nashville and enjoy the Beautiful Nashville Skyline from the water! Great Photo opportunities aboard the only Nashville history tour river cruise with Pontoon Saloon. You’ll get views and insights of historic landmarks, parks, Commercial Barges, and their significance to Nashville. We’ll go back in time to the settlement of Nashville, our Riverfront, Demonbreun Cave & Cumberland River History. We’ll end the tour with fun insights into the Future of Nashville Developments along the River. Our personable and engaging staff are there to answer your questions, and have a fun family-friendly time on the water! Kids are welcome! The views and the knowledge are endless on the Nashville history tours!
- USCG Licensed Captain & Deckhand
- Restroom Available On-Board
- High-top tables & Stools
- USCG Licensed Captain & Deckhand
- Restroom Available On-Board
- High-top tables & Stools
- Gratuity
- Merch available for purchase
- Captain Hats available as an add-on
- Snacks, beverages and merchandise available for purchase
- Option to BYOB or pre-purchase beverages
- Gratuity
- Merch available for purchase
- Captain Hats available as an add-on
- Snacks, beverages and merchandise available for purchase
- Option to BYOB or pre-purchase beverages
Start Location: 2 Victory Ave, Nashville, TN 37213, USA
- Cruises operate rain or shine since 3/4 of the boat has a covered roof.
- Full refund 14 days prior to cruise departure time.
- This cruise is a shared experience.
- Arrive 25 minutes prior to your tour time.
- Option to BYOB or pre-purchase beverages
- Parking is limited around the dock
- Swimming is not allowed.
- Smoking and drugs of any kind are not allowed on the Pontoon Saloon.
Cancellation Cutoff: 14 days
Cancellation Notes: Full refund 14 days prior to cruise departure time. Cancellations within 14 days, no-shows, late for departure are 100% non-refundable, non-transferable. Please contact us as soon as possible and we will do our best to accommodate you on another cruise with a 20% change fee, we understand life happens. The 14+ day cancellation policy applies to any change in the guest count for a reservation. Public Cruises include Mimosa Cruise, Pontoon Party Cruise, & Sunset Party Cruise.
Narrated History Cruise - Adult (13+) | RETAIL PRICE |
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Adult (13 - 99 years) | $46.51 |
Child (4 - 12 years) | $23.85 |
- Shelby Bottoms Nature Center & Greenway, Davidson Street, Nashville, TN, USA
- Cumberland River, Nashville, TN, USA
- Pontoon Saloon - Nashville Party Cruise, Victory Avenue, Nashville, TN, USA
- Korean Veterans Memorial Bridge, Gateway Bridge, Nashville, TN, USA
- John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge, Nashville, TN, USA
Rules of Conduct
The following actions are prohibited on the Pontoon Saloon. The staff has the discretion to deny boarding and remove any passengers or cancel the cruise if these rules are violated or if any inappropriate behavior is escalated. No refund will be issued. If individuals arrive overly intoxicated our staff has the discretion to deny them boarding for the cruise.
Over intoxication
Vulgar language
Indecent Exposure
Vomiting
Public Urination
Littering
For any vomiting, public urination, or littering on the Pontoon Saloon or dock, there will be a $250 fine charged to the card on file.
Rules of Conduct
The following actions are prohibited on the Pontoon Saloon. The staff has the discretion to deny boarding and remove any passengers or cancel the cruise if these rules are violated or if any inappropriate behavior is escalated. No refund will be issued. If individuals arrive overly intoxicated our staff has the discretion to deny them boarding for the cruise.
Over intoxication
Vulgar language
Indecent Exposure
Vomiting
Public Urination
Littering
For any vomiting, public urination, or littering on the Pontoon Saloon or dock, there will be a $250 fine charged to the card on file.
BYOB Alcohol Policy
We allow Beer, Hard Seltzers, Wine, and Champagne only onboard the Pontoon Saloon. We do not allow beer in glass bottles (cans only) but we do allow wine and champagne in glass bottles. Glass items will be stored behind the bar and we have cups and fresh ice. We do sell buckets of Beer & Hard Seltzer (Miller Lite, Coors Light & Whiteclaw) for pre-purchase. Open containers are illegal in Nashville. Please plan appropriately, we do not allow the removal of opened cases of beer/seltzer from the boat due to city ordinance. Only unopened cases are allowed to be taken from the boat after your cruise. Please bring a bag if you need to take any alcohol with you. We do not provide bags.
What will we see?
You will cruise down the Cumberland River right in Downtown Nashville. We pick up and drop off right by the Titans’s Nissan Stadium.
The Nashville Skyline and beautiful bridges create a great landscape for that perfect group instagram!
These party cruises do embark and disembark from the downtown docks at 2 Victory Ave Nashville, TN 37213.
What is the age limit and do I need my ID?
All ages are allowed on our Narrated History Cruise. Guests must be 21+ to consume alcohol. We ID before boarding. Kids 4 and under are free.
What should I NOT bring?
We supply the ice, coolers, & cups, you are welcome to bring your own coolers if easier but be sure to not forget them!
Liquor, Weapons, Glass beer bottles, drugs are not allowed and will be strictly enforced. If caught with drugs or weapons onboard the boat will immediately re-dock to remove passengers involved in such activities with zero refund.
Boarding Location & Parking
All Cruises, unless stated otherwise in your confirmation email, embark and disembark from the downtown docks at 2 Victory Ave Nashville, TN 37213. Please review your confirmation email for the exact address and map details for your cruise departure location.
Getting to 2 Victory Ave: Due to Development and construction nearby, parking is very limited. We do apologize for the inconvenience. We highly encourage using rideshare or walking over from Broadway. There will be no parking available on specific event days.
For drop Off: use 2 Victory Ave Nashville TN 37213. This will bring you to the Bridge Buidling at the corner of Victory & Titans Way. Look for signs to Riverfront Docks East & Pontoon Saloon. We are located in front of the Bridge Building right beside the large red sculpture on the water.
Parking Recommendations: If driving and need parking please arrive an hour early to find parking and get checked-in on time.
Parking options:
Lot R: 2 Victory Ave: Follow signs to “Bridge Building” (not available on event dates)
Street Parking near Nissan Stadium: Along Titans Way & S 1st St. (will be limited due to construction)
Premier Parking Pinnacle Garage, 150 3rd Ave S Nashville 37201 (Broadway side of river)
- Duration: 1.5 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Cruises & Water Tours



