Cruise the Cumberland River in Style
Nashville’s Only Honky Tonk on the Water!
The Pontoon Saloon® offers Nashville’s #1 river cruise experience — a floating party boat on the Cumberland River perfect for bachelorette parties, birthdays, and private events. It’s the best honky tonk booze cruise on the water!
The Pontoon Saloon is a 50-foot party barge that comes with a licensed Captain and Deckhand that make safety a top priority. All of our cruises include a party host, sound system, restroom, and an on-board bar with a variety of beers, seltzers, wine, and canned cocktails for purchase! Outside beverages are not permitted.
Explore our pontoon party cruise offerings, including both private river cruises and public river boat cruises, as well as pricing, availability, and more!
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The Best Pontoon Party Cruise on the River
Pontoon Saloon is the pioneer of on-water experience in Nashville. We pride ourselves on our unique set of cruise offerings, a dedicated & professional team, and a safe, fun environment for all.
We specialize in public river boat cruises that are a favorite for smaller groups (1-16) who enjoy a guided party experience. Have a larger party or prefer a customized private event? Our Luxury Private Cruise provides an elevated private boat party experience with lounge seating, a dedicated server, catering options, and up to 45 of your closest friends & family.
Our specialty cruises, such as the Bach Party Cruise, take it to the next level with all-inclusive beer/seltzer packages and the best Deckhands bringing the best party atmosphere on Broadway.
The bar-style atmosphere is amplified with your Deckhand showcasing hit tunes, entertainment, and engaging games that bring a crowd together on the dance floor. Book your Nashville pontoon party cruise today!
Frequently Asked Questions
How long are Pontoon Saloon cruises?
All cruises are 2 hours. Private cruises have an option to add an extra hour depending on availability. Please contact us for pricing.
What do you bring on a river cruise?
You can bring small snacks like chips and crackers on our public cruises. The Bach Party cruise includes beer, seltzers and a koozie. Please do NOT bring large bags, and smoking cigarettes/cigars on board is NOT allowed. Outside beverages are not permitted.
What drinks are available on the Pontoon Saloon?
We have a fully stocked bar of canned options for everyone.
PUBLIC CRUISE: Our bar service on all public cruises includes a variety of local beer, domestic beer, NA Beers, seltzer, wine, champagne, and canned cocktails. Prices range between $5 to $10 per drink, with bucket options available! Mimosas kits available for Mimosa Cruises: premium Underwood Bubbles sold by the can. $15/can (all taxes included) equals 3 mimosas ($5 per mimosa).
PRIVATE CRUISE: Modified full bar available with several different alcohol packages! Please inquiry here for more details.
BACH PARTY CRUISE: Beer & seltzers are included in your ticket price. Additional options such as Wine, champagne, canned liquor drinks are available for purchase onboard.
OUTSIDE BEVERAGES ARE NOT PERMITTED
How is Pontoon Saloon different from other Cumberland River cruises?
Pontoon Saloon offers a lively, social honky tonk on the water experience—perfect for bachelorette parties, birthdays, and groups looking to drink, dance, and enjoy Nashville’s skyline. Unlike the formal dinner-and-show vibe of the General Jackson, Pontoon Saloon delivers a laid-back, outdoor party atmosphere with flexible cruise options and private charters. It’s the city’s go-to choice for a true Nashville-style party on the river.
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