River Boat Cruises in Downtown Nashville - Pontoon Saloon

Summary Description

Our public cruises are famous in Nashville for offering a guided party experience by our distinguished crew, and views only available aboard the Pontoon Saloon.

Highlights
  • The best views of Music City
  • 2 hours on the water enjoying the breeze and sights of Nashville!
  • Morning Mimosa Cruise, Afternoon Party Cruise, Evening Sunsets & Skylines Cruise
  • Large Sound System & Dance Floor
  • The best views of Music City
  • 2 hours on the water enjoying the breeze and sights of Nashville!
  • Morning Mimosa Cruise, Afternoon Party Cruise, Evening Sunsets & Skylines Cruise
  • Large Sound System & Dance Floor
Description

Our public cruises are famous in Nashville. It’s hard to beat the unique guided party experiences from our distinguished crew and views only available aboard the Pontoon Saloon. Our public river boat cruises in Nashville are BYOB and available at various times and will typically host about 40 people per cruise. Each group will be greeted by our licensed USCG Captain & Deck Hand who will help ice down your drinks while you settle aboard the Pontoon Saloon in preparation for the scheduled cruise departure. The bar-style atmosphere is amplified by your Deck Hand bringing hit tunes, entertainment, and engaging games that bring a crowd together on the dance floor. Thanks to our amazing crew, unique boat design, and amazing views, no other party bus or booze cruise knows how to get the party started like the Pontoon Saloon. Aside from the time of day, our river boat cruises in Nashville are all similar—each offering BYOB or purchase buckets of beer/seltzer.  

Included / Excluded
  • Party Host, Server, DJ
  • USCG Licensed Captain & Deckhand
  • Restroom Available On-Board
  • Ice, cups, coolers, Coke, & water
  • High-top tables & Stools
  • Party Host, Server, DJ
  • USCG Licensed Captain & Deckhand
  • Restroom Available On-Board
  • Ice, cups, coolers, Coke, & water
  • High-top tables & Stools
  • Gratuity
  • Food & Drinks not included
  • Beer & Seltzer Buckets available for purchase
  • Merch available for purchase
  • Gratuity
  • Food & Drinks not included
  • Beer & Seltzer Buckets available for purchase
  • Merch available for purchase
Start / End Locations
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Cruises operate rain or shine since 3/4 of the boat has a covered roof.
  • Full refund 14 days prior to cruise departure time.
  • Public Cruise is a shared experience.
  • You must be 21 for any of our public cruises. Please bring your ID.
  • Arrive 25 minutes prior to your tour time.
Know Before You Go
  • Bring Your Own Beverages - Beer, Hard Seltzers, Wine, and Champagne allowed! Beers in glass bottles not allowed
  • Parking is limited around the dock
  • We do not have seating for everyone, standing & seated room at tables
  • Swimming is not allowed.
  • Smoking and drugs of any kind are not allowed on the Pontoon Saloon.
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 14 days

Cancellation Notes: PUBLIC CRUISE CANCELLATION POLICY 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.

Options and Pricing

Public Cruise Ticket RETAIL PRICE
Adult (21 - 99 years) $59.63
FAQ

Rules of Conduct

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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

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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

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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?

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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?

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We ID before boarding. You must be 21 for any of our public cruises. Private cruises we allow any age, obviously under 21 is not allowed to consume alcohol. Kids 4 and under are free.

All ages are allowed on our Narrated History Cruise.

What should I NOT bring?

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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

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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)

Operated by:

Pontoon Saloon

Basic Information
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
  • Category: Cruises & Water Tours
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