General Jackson
Last updated 6.22.09
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In Short
This 300-foot paddle wheeler sits across from the Apple Barn store at Opry Mills. The main ballroom and theater hall are decked out in classic style, reminiscent of a time when riverboat travel was a luxury. Midday cruses down the Cumberland River feature country music and comedy, plus a Southern-style buffet. Evening cruises offers a three-course dinner and a Broadway show. There are also packages for Valentine's Day, Mardi Gras and other holidays.
User Reviews
Anonymous
February 13, 2009
I worked on the General Jackson Showboat for 6 yrs and I beg to differ on some of the comments on the previous mentioned review. Yes the Cumberland River is not the most scenic trip through the whole cruise because it is mostly country side however the moment you pull into downtown and see the beautiful skyline of Downtown Nashville it will more than make up for the country view that you had a few miles before. Especially at night, the view with all of the lights is amazing. The General Jackson has great food, wonderful entertainment, and the boat itself is breathtaking and one of the best rated paddle wheel boats in America. I am not partial to the boat just because I worked on it, I always have a wonderful time and I have seen countless others have a wonderful time as well. In fact I liked riding the boat so much that I would even ride the boat on nights I wasn't working as well. The boat is really one of the number one tourist attractions in Nashville and truly is a must see in person.
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touringthetown
October 18, 2008
This is one of the best attractions in Nashville. Its a cruise, dinner and show all rolled into one. The shows change every year. The current evening show is Nashvegas on the River. It includes three impersonators - Elton John, TIna Turner and Elvis Presley. It rocks! The dinner was great too. Served in big bowls family style, the menu included beef short ribs, chicken and the best mashed potatoes I have ever tasted. Desert is included too. I recommend it to all my friends.
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hickoryhollow37013
September 10, 2006
The General Jackson Showboat is a fun way to experience Nashville. We went after a day of shopping at Opry Mills mall which it is just right across the street. From the time we walked on the boat until the time we left the riverboat experience was something out of the ordinary. The evening cruise that we took had a 3 course meal; salad, steak and chicken, veggies, mashed potatoes, rolls, and dessert. The entertainment that night was great! It was so many different styles of songs and gave our whole table rocking all night! This is a MUST SEE Show!
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The Extras:
The showboat is a part of the Gaylord Opryland resort that includes a hotel, bar, restaurant, spa and golf course.
