Narrated Nashville History Tours

River Boat Cruises in Downtown Nashville

Live narrated history tour of Nashville and the Cumberland River. We'll give you fun and entertaining knowledge around Nashville's unique history.

Cruise Duration: 2 hrs

Price: Starting at $30/ticket, Kids 2 and Under are Free!

Availability: Thursday - Monday

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The only Narrated Nashville History Tours on the Cumberland River!

Cruise along the Cumberland River in Downtown Nashville with our sister company, Nashville Water Taxi and take in the city skyline from the water. This family-friendly tour offers a unique perspective on Nashville’s history, from early settlements along the Riverfront to landmarks like Demombreum Cave. Along the way, you’ll see parks, historic sites, and even commercial barges, learning about their role in the city’s growth. Our friendly crew is on board to share insights, answer questions, and make the experience fun for all ages. The tour wraps up with a look at Nashville’s future developments along the river. Kids are welcome, and there’s plenty to see and learn on this engaging journey through Nashville’s past and present!

What’s Included in the Narrated Nashville History Tour

USCG Licensed Captain & Deckhand
Live narrated tour
2 hour tour
Views of Nashville Skyline

The best views of Music City
Bar onboard with soda, snacks, and alcoholic beverages for purchase
Merchandise available for purchase

Restroom
Comfortable bench seating
1 level deck with 360 views
Departing from downtown Nashville (East Bank)

Departure Locations

Riverfront Dock East — All Narrated Nashville History Tours will depart from the East Bank Dock, please review your confirmation email for additional details.

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pontoon saloon cruising by the nashville skyline at sunset

Then & Now Nashville

Reviews From Our Guests

It’s a great way to get off Broadway and still have some good ‘ole Nashville fun!!! Seriously so much fun! Beautiful views, awesome crew, clean bathroom and great music.

Teresea

My bridesmaids surprised me with the boat cruise for my Nashbach! It was the best time ever!Highly recommend this event for any group looking to spend an evening partying on the river!

Nikki

Went on the pontoon saloon for my bachelorette party. We had a blast!! There were multiple parties with us and we all danced together. At one point we were playing limbo with a broomstick. I do recommend getting there earlier to secure a good spot on the boat. Plus, having the bathroom on board made life so much easier.

Kirstin

We had a team meeting (12 people) in Nashville and took an evening cruise on the pontoon saloon. It was the perfect choice for a group activity as they had dinner and beer as we cruised the Cumberland River. Awesome views of the Nashville skyline!! Andrew was great!

Mark

Pontoon Saloon was a great experience! The owner and staff are super cool, the boat was clean and roomy! It was a beautiful day on the Cumberland River even in November! We had a big group, so did the private tour! Highly recommend!

Rachelle

Frequently Asked Questions

CANCELLATION POLICY

Nashville Water Taxi is proud to offer Trip Protection on all Scenic History Cruise tickets. If you purchase Trip Protection, you can cancel or reschedule your tour for any reason up to 48 hours before departure and receive a full refund, minus the cost of Trip Protection and processing fees. Without Trip Protection, all bookings are non-refundable.

Please reach out to nashvillewatertaxi@pontoonsaloontn.com for cancellation requests.

WHAT DRINKS ARE AVAILABLE ONBOARD?

PLENTY OF BEVERAGE OPTIONS TO SUIT THE WHOLE FAMILY

Our bar service on all public cruises includes a variety of beer, seltzers, wine, champagne, and canned cocktails. Prices range between $5 to $10 per drink, with bucket options available! We also offer Coke, Diet Coke, & Sprite & Water for purchase.

WEATHER POLICY

Cruises operate rain or shine, the Nashville Water Taxi vessel is fully covered by a roof. If Nashville Water Taxi cancels due to severe weather, we offer a refund of 50% or 100% toward a gift card for use at any future date. We will notify you 1.5 hours in advance if we need to delay or cancel your cruise. We are more flexible during our winter months (November-March) if we have random severe cold weather.

Nashville Water Taxi is proud to offer Trip Protection on all Narrated History Cruise tickets. If you purchase Trip Protection, you can cancel or reschedule your tour for any reason up to 48 hours before departure and receive a full refund, minus the cost of Trip Protection and processing fees. Without Trip Protection, all bookings are non-refundable.

IS THERE PARKING?

We are a simple 10-15 minute walk from the Broadway side of the river. Walking is generally recommended, as there are often many events going on downtown. If driving, we highly recommend that you take Uber/Lyft. We don’t want anyone drinking and driving! We don’t provide parking & parking is limited around the dock and Nissan Stadium due to events. Please plan a head and come early if you are driving. There are paid lots around the stadium that are a 10-minute walk to the dock.

HOW EARLY SHOULD I BOOK MY TRIP?

Due to limited number of tours only operating Thursday – Monday, we recommend booking 30 days in advance, with same-day reservations occasionally available!

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