Welcome Aboard the Chautauqua Belle!
Let the Lake winds cool you off as you enjoy the historical tour and see the beautiful, multi-million dollar homes on the Chautauqua Institution Lakeshore.. all Tours return you to your departure point approximately 1.5 to 1.75 hours later… depending on Lake winds… restrooms and snack bar on-board
message box/daily schedule
Please check this home page after 9 am on the day of your planned tour for the most up to date/current days schedule information
We are closed on Monday August 31.thru Wed Sept 2nd
Thursday Sept 3rd… a Dinner Cruise departing from 78 Water St at 5 pm
Friday September 4th…closed
Labor Day Weekend!!! A large high pressure system moves into Chautauqua w Sun, Sun, and more Sun!!! 75 degrees… Beautiful!!!
We are Celebrating the USA’s Semiquincentennial 250 Year Birthday on Labor Day Weekend!!! Fireworks!!! Historical Tours!!! Dinner Cruise’s and More!!!
Help us send the Summer off with a bang!!! We are discounting our ticket pricing for all cruise portions on ALL Sunday and Monday trips with Special Giveaways!!!
Saturday Sept 5th…departing from 78 Water Sr Mayville at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm on Historical Tours, and a Dinner Cruise with Bill Ward at 5:30 pm
We Go to Bemus Point on Sunday Sept 6th and Monday 7th…4696 Chautauqua Ave Bemus Point NY …
Sunday Historical Tours at 1 and 3 pm, a Dinner Cruise at 5:30 pm and a Fireworks Cruise at 8 pm!!! All trips from 4696 Chautauqua Ave Bemus Point NY
Monday Sept 7th Historical Tours at 11 am and 1 pm… Both trips from 4696 Chautauqua Ave Bemus Point NY
Historical cruises and dinner cruises are being added to our schedule almost daily over the next several weeks. If your preferred date isn’t available yet, please check back soon — more dates are on the way…we are open for bookings, motorcoach receptive services, and private charters for the 2026 summer season!
During our sailing season
Schedules are finalized daily. Please check this page after 9:00 a.m. on the day of your planned tour or desired sailing for the most current information.
Join us as we tour the North end of Chautauqua Lake, sharing tales of old, light music, and lots of history on our 1.5 hr Historical Tour. See the beautiful homes along the Chautauqua Institution shoreline!!! Snack Bar, Restrooms onboard.
Upcoming Cruises you dont want to miss!!!
Our most popular – Sightseeing/Historical Tours leaving various dates and times
Saturday night dinner cruises; w the Belle, Live Music, and BBQ…enjoy an evening on the Lake as we cruise the multi million dollar shoreline homes with great music and the best Lake views on Chautauqua Lake.
We are now booking groups, charters, rehearsal dinners, and motorcoach tours through October 2027 — call us today to reserve your event!
Click here to see our schedule or purchase your historical/cocktail cruise tickets!
For Motor coach, weddings, private parties, rehearsal dinners: Please call 716-269-2355 and leave us a message or send an email to
Thechautauquabelle@gmail.com
Experience the largest, most historic vessel on Chautauqua Lake with our boat tours!
With the summer breeze in your face and the sun on your back, let the Chautauqua Belle take you on an unforgettable cruise!
Kick back, relax, and enjoy our full-service onboard bar while cruising aboard the historic Chautauqua Belle. From fun and informative historical cruises and lunch cruises to evening dinner cruises, fireworks cruises, private charters, and special seasonal events, there’s always something to experience on the water all summer long.
In the fall, our popular foliage cruises offer breathtaking panoramic views of the vibrant autumn colors that make Chautauqua County so unforgettable — all from the unique perspective of a classic steamship.
Come experience the beauty of Chautauqua Lake aboard its most iconic vessel, the Chautauqua Belle, and discover what a true steamship adventure is all about.
