Know the dates and times the Belle of Louisville sails. Prime season is from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend; during this time the steamboat operates as follows: Thursday evenings from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday afternoons from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.; special Friday night "dance cruises" from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.; and Sunday afternoons from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Less regular sailings are available during other times of the year; check the official website (see resources below) for specifics.
Differentiate between the types of tickets the Belle of Louisville offers its passengers. For a complete list of ticket types and rates, visit the boat's official website (see resources below). Tickets can be purchased for a cruise only, a cruise plus lunch, a cruise plus dinner, a dance cruise or a dance cruise and dinner ticket. Discounts are offered to groups of 10 or more.
Pay attention to special stipulations regarding your cruise. Boarding begins one hour before the Belle of Louisville sails. Advance ticket purchases may be made over the telephone with a credit card. Reservations canceled 48 hours before a scheduled sail may be replaced with a future sail date no more than 60 days in the future; reservations canceled 24 hours or less before a sail date receive no refunds.
Participate in a special event aboard the Belle of Louisville. The boat can be privately rented for weddings, family reunions, etc. The steamboat offers themed sailings such as a Veteran's Day sailing, a New Year's Eve celebration and Fall Foliage/Oktoberfest cruises.
