Welcome Aboard the Chautauqua Belle!
We are closed Monday June 29th and Tuesday June 30th for routine maintenance, moving the Belle back to Mayville – Yayyyyy!!! – on the morning of July 1st, and to prepare for the Fourth of July weekend
Wednesday July 1st…
Historical Tours from 78 Water Str Mayville NY at 1 and 3 pm,
Departing from Chautauqua Institution Bell Tower at 2 pm only
Thursday July 2nd
Historical Tours from 78 Water Str Mayville NY at 1 and 3 pm,
Departing from Chautauqua Institution Bell Tower at 2 pm only
Friday July 3rd
Historical Tour from 78 Water Str Mayville NY at 1 pm,
Departing from Chautauqua Institution Bell Tower at 2 pm only
Saturday July 4th
Historical Tour Departing from Chautauqua Institution Bell Tower at 2 pm
Historical Tour Departing from Mayville NY at 3 pm
Fireworks Cruise Departing from Mayville NY at 7:30 pm (sold out)
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 to 1.75 hour tour. (depends on winds) 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
Sunday July 12th 7:30 pm FIREWORKS!!! … Join us as we cruise Bemus Bay, celebrating our 50th anniversary – with our awesome Chicken BBQ, and then swing into Midway Park Bay to watch the Semiquincentennial Fireworks Show!!!
Saturday night dinner cruises w the Belle, Bill, 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.
An evening with our local Waterkeeper Affiliate, the Chautauqua-Conewango Consortium…Science on a Steamboat…2 dates – July 20th and 27th
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.
