The General Jackson is a large showboat riverboat that cruises on the Cumberland River in Nashville, Tennessee. It was launched in 1985 and is one of the largest showboats ever built. The boat is 300 feet long, features a 24-foot diameter sternwheel, and has a capacity of 1,200 passengers. It offers live entertainment including country, bluegrass, and gospel music performances along with dining options ranging from Southern-style meals to buffets. The showboat is noted for its Victorian-style elegant design and recreates the historic showboats that once traveled American rivers in the 19th century. The General Jackson Showboat docks near Opry Mills and the Grand Ole Opry House and operates mostly in the March to December season, offering multiple cruises a day, including dinner cruises with live shows in its two-story theater. Special event cruises are also held throughout the year. This venue is a prominent tourist attraction in Nashville for those seeking a combination of river sightseeing, live music, and Southern cuisine in a unique paddlewheel showboat setting.
