Welcome Aboard the Chautauqua Belle!
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
7 am Oct 15th 2026
With colder temps coming in for the weekend we have made the decision to close for the season…it has been a great year and we would thank each of you who have supported the Chautauqua Belle. For those that have reservations for Saturday Oct 17th you will see refunds processed to the cards you purchased your tickets with in the next few days…please bear with us as it takes a while to work thru all of these. Thank you!!!
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.
