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Pricing information

Reception
$4,000 starting price
Ceremony
$2,000 starting price
Bar service
$23.50 per person
Reception
$2,000 starting price
Ceremony
$2,000 starting price
Bar service
$23.50 per person
These prices are available for the months of April through October. These prices are available for the months of November through March.

About

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Based in Savannah, Georgia, couples can use Savannah Riverboat Cruises for a unique, waterfront wedding venue. For over 25 years this company has been allowing ceremonies, receptions, engagement parties, and bridal shows to be hosted on their gorgeous vessels. Designed as traditional red, white, and blue paddlewheel riverboats, they allow couples and their guests to eat, drink, and dance the night away while enjoying scenic city views from the Savannah River.

Facilities and Capacity

Truly a one-of-a-kind experience, the spaces on the Savannah Riverboat Cruises vessels allow up to 75 guests on the top deck for a wedding, and up to 1,000 people in their grand ballrooms for a reception. The Georgia Queen, the first vessel acquired by this company, has three ballrooms, a 5,000-square-foot open-air top deck, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen, and full bars on each of its three floors. While the vessel can accommodate 1,000 guests, for those who would like to charter a smaller space, the ballroom on the second deck has an off-set private parlor. The Savannah River Queen is a 600-passenger vessel with glass-enclosed, climate-controlled dining on each of its three decks. The boats can be sectioned off to accommodate smaller wedding parties and receptions, and are also wheelchair accessible.

Services Offered

Savannah River Cruises allows couples to choose wedding packages that will fully complete their special day. In addition to offering an all-inclusive ceremony and reception, they can also supply in-house catering, in-house bar, DJ, and a dance floor. Couples are welcome to bring in their own decorations or centerpieces, in addition to ordering their own cake or cupcakes from an outside bakery. The vessel also has a bridal suite for the wedding party on the day of the wedding. In addition, they have Cruise and Event specialists on the boat during your wedding to ensure your event rentals, lighting, sound, custom menu, set up, and clean up are all handled correctly. The event items they can provide include:

  • Aisle markers
  • Audio equipment
  • Altar/arches
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair covers
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
  • Chocolate fountain
  • Barware
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware

Cuisine

The vessel’s catering team is capable of creating delicious American, Caribbean, Southern, Cajun, and local cuisine. Their outstanding food can also be gluten-free, lactose-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, without pork, or kosher, depending on specific dietary needs. Before deciding on a custom menu, couples are welcome to enjoy a tasting of their options. Couples can also decide what serving style to provide, choosing from buffet, stations, or plated, to family style.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$2,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$23.50

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Boat/Yacht
Cruise Ship
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Outside Cake
Server(s)
Stations

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December
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Reviews of Savannah Riverboat Cruises

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4.7 out of 5 rating
4.7 out of 5 rating
50 reviews
93% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.6 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.5 out of 5 rating
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Savannah Riverboat Cruises is highly recommended as a wedding venue, with exceptional staff and top-notch facilities. Reviewers praise the picturesque setting on the boat, accommodating and attentive staff like Rebekah and Captain Mike, and the variety of spaces available for different parts of the celebration. The catering is described as exquisite, with a delightful array of dishes that cater to various dietary needs. The seamless coordination between the venue's team and vendors ensures a stress-free and magical experience. Overall, Savannah Riverboat Cruises exceeds expectations and provides an unforgettable wedding experience.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Savannah Riverboat Cruises is highly recommended as a wedding venue, with exceptional staff and top-notch facilities. Reviewers praise the picturesque setting on the boat, accommodating and attentive staff like Rebekah and Captain Mike, and the variety of spaces available for different parts of the celebration. The catering is described as exquisite, with a delightful array of dishes that cater to various dietary needs. The seamless coordination between the venue's team and vendors ensures a stress-free and magical experience. Overall, Savannah Riverboat Cruises exceeds expectations and provides an unforgettable wedding experience.

Weddingwire
4.7/5 50 reviews
Google
4.3/5 3859 reviews
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Andrea R. Sent on 10/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great Wedding Experience

We had the best time on the Georgia Queen. We had a wedding elopement and everything went amazing. It was so beautiful and we all had so much fun. I 100% recommend checking out the riverboat if you plan to get married!
Morgan
Morgan K. Sent on 05/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!! We had an awesome time!! So much fun, the bus set was gorgeous, food was delicious, and they were very friendly as well as accommodating!!

We had an excellent time on our sunset cruise!! We had our wedding reception dinner, and it was wonderful! The food was delicious, the service was amazing, and the views were beautiful! We danced and ate!! Could not recommend the sunset river boat cruise enough! Thank you!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Steven
Steven G. Sent on 11/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Georgia Queen Amazing!!!

Choosing Savannah Riverboat Cruises for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made. From the moment we stepped onto the boat, we were enchanted by the picturesque setting. It offered a breathtaking backdrop for our special day.
The staff at Savannah Riverboat Cruises were exceptional. Their professionalism and attention to detail were evident at every stage of planning. They were accommodating, understanding, and went above and beyond to make our dream wedding a reality. Their expertise and guidance throughout the process were invaluable. A big shout out to Captain Mike who officiated the wedding and did a spectacular job. Rebekah did an amazing job answering all our questions and helping coordinate the wedding.
The facilities were top-notch. The venue offered a variety of spaces for different parts of our celebration, from a charming outdoor ceremony area to an elegant reception floor.
One standout was the culinary experience. The catering was exquisite, impressing our guests with a delightful array of dishes that catered to various dietary needs. The presentation was impeccable, and the quality of the food surpassed our expectations.
Furthermore, the seamless coordination between the venue's team and our vendors ensured a smooth flow of events on the day. Everything ran like clockwork, allowing us to savor every moment without any stress or worries.
In conclusion, Savannah Riverboat Cruises exceeded our expectations in every aspect. It provided the perfect setting for our magical day, and we're forever grateful for the wonderful memories created there. We highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for an unforgettable wedding experience.
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Team

Jessica Gardzina
Jessica Gardzina
Events Director

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
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I can't think of a more cool place to get married then on the Georgia Queen. This riverboat is so beautiful and you get to sail up and down the Savannah river! The food is delicious and the staff is great. There is nothing more 'Savannah' then a riverboat cruise!

Garden on the Square Garden on the Square Wedding Florists

The staff at the River Boat is delightful! They are always such a pleasure to work with. And there's no better way to see Savannah!

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Savannah Riverboat Cruises frequently asked questions

Savannah Riverboat Cruises includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Savannah Riverboat Cruises includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Savannah Riverboat Cruises includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Savannah Riverboat Cruises for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Cruise Ship
  • Restaurant
Savannah Riverboat Cruises offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Savannah Riverboat Cruises offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Savannah Riverboat Cruises offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
Savannah Riverboat Cruises offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Savannah Riverboat Cruises is recommended by 93% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.6 in value and 4.5 in flexibility.
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