austin riverboats

Leave a Rating for Lone Star Riverboat Sightseeing Tours

In order to verify you are a real person, we ask that you please fill out the form below.

Please choose a rating before submitting.

View Our Content

Get in touch, connect with us.

• Best Restaurants in Austin
• Things To Do
• Golf Courses
• Best Bars in Austin

Lone Star Riverboat Sightseeing Tours

4.7 919 votes

208 Barton Springs Road

(512) 327-1388

About Lone Star Riverboat

• 1 hour tour
• Reservations recommended
• Departure time is approximately 30 minutes prior to sunset.
• Departure times may vary, please call for the departure schedule.
• 32' and 35' Electric cruisers
• ADA compliant
• Prices: Adults - $13, Seniors (60 and over) - $13, Children (12 and under) - $8, Children (2 and under) - Free
• Saturday and Sunday - 12:30PM & 3:00PM
• 1 hour narrated tour
• ADA compliant 
• Boarding begins 45 minutes before tour time. 
• Prices: Adults - $13, Seniors (60 and over) - $11, Children (12 and under) - $8, Children (2 and under) - Free
• Friday - 10:30PM
• 1 hour scenic tour
• Boarding begins at 9:45PM
• All Tickets: $13 per ticket
• Friday, Saturday and Sunday - 5:30PM
• Non-alcoholic CASH only beverage service (on the Lone Star) or bring your own beverage of choices
• Boarding begins at 4:45PM until 5:15PM
• Minimum number of people: 30
• Maximum number of people: 130
• $18.00 per person (30 - 80 people)
• $16.00 per person (81 - 130 people)
• Children 2 and under are no charge
• Two hour charter time (plus 30 minutes prior to departure for boarding)
• $200 for each additional hour (may be broken into 1/2 hour increments)
• Catering and beverage service may be arranged at an additional cost (see below)
• Charges are for the number of people guaranteed or on a per person basis, whichever is greater

Lone Star Riverboat Sightseeing Tours Gallery

Contact Lone Star Riverboat Sightseeing Tours

All fields are required unless indicated.

Featured Things To Do in Austin

1. Blow Your Mind at Wonderspaces

Arriving in Austin during covid, Wonderspaces offers 28,000 square feet of art installations to dazzle every corner of your mind, like Hoshi By NONOTAK Studio (pictured above.) An exquisite fun hou...

2. Ride in Style with a Haunte...

Locals and visitors alike rave about the dark, spooky style of Haunted ATX hearse limo and van tours. One of the more unique experiences in Austin that is seriously keeping Austin weird, this tour ...

3. Check out the World Famous ...

View the Congress Bridge Bats is Austin's most popular tourist attraction for a reason. It's simply a marvel. Watch as 1.5 million bats pepper the sky in their nightly departure from Congress Bridg...

4. Take a Splash with Austin D...

One of the first tours to show visitors around town and the only land and water tour available, Austin Duck Adventures is one of the most popular tours in town. The tour starts at the Austin Visito...

5. Break Out of Prison + More ...

Located downtown next to the Austin Visitor Center, this is the #1 escape room in Austin. You and your friends will work together to find clues and overcome challenges to ultimately complete a miss...

6. Pet Your Next Kitty at Purr...

Do you believe in furry tails? Indulge your kitty fix or adopt your new family member with a visit to the newest, coolest, chic lounge in Austin...Purrfecto. This is the only cat lounge in Austin a...

7. Snap Some Selfies at the Te...

Austin and Texas are at odds when it comes to politics. Exploring the Texas State Capitol is a unique Austin experience and may help you understand the complexities of the local political scene. Wh...

8. Work out Your Frustrations ...

One of the most exotic Austin things to do, Unchartered Adventures features a variety of high octane activities. Originally they featured a Rage Room full of breakables, suited up guests in protect...

9. Take a Wild Ride at Slick D...

Gather the girls and head to Slick Dick’s for some Texas sized fun at one of the only arcades of its kind. Take a wild ride with your ride-or-dies on their mischievous mechanical member, Marvin. Sm...

10. Dine at the Best Austin Res...

Everybody has a friend that claims their city has the most restaurants per capita. You hear that from Austin locals all the time. While it may not offer the most restaurants per capita, it's defini...

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience. Dismiss

Boats Our Boats

Lone Star Riverboat has three different boats for you to choose from, to host your next Austin adventure. Chose bethween luxurious double-decked, paddle-wheel riverboat, or two smaller boats ideal for sunset/bat watching.

The Lone Star

Our largest boat, the Lone Star, is Austin's newest and most luxurious double-decked, paddle-wheel riverboat

The Little Star

The Little Star was built in 2000 and offers sunset/bat watching cruises and sightseeing cruises March through October.

The Southern Star

The Southern Star was built in 2006 and offers sunset/bat watching cruises March through October.

The Northern Star

The Northern Star was built in 2017 and offers sunset/bat watching cruises March through October.

• Map & Contact
• Parking Tips

Lone Star Riverboat © 2017. All rights reserved. Managed by the Best Ways to View the Austin Bats -->

Lone Star River Boat

• See all photos

Similar Experiences

Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.

Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.

Lone Star River Boat - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

Lake Austin Riverboats

Services Offered

Verified by Business

Boat charters

Catering services

Bartending services

Venue rental

Review Highlights

“ Scout agreed to meet us on the boat one day a few months prior so that we could check everything out. ” in 9 reviews

“ My husband and I got married on the Commodore 's Pup & we will be cherishing the memories made for a lifetime! ” in 10 reviews

“ If you're looking for a unique venue for your wedding rehearsal, ceremony, or reception, one that doubles as entertainment for your guests... ” in 4 reviews

Location & Hours

Suggest an edit

3701 Lake Austin Blvd

Austin, TX 78703

Other Boat Charters Nearby

ATX Wakesurf

Abby R. said "Had the best summer thanks to ATX Wakesurf! The well-maintained boat, knowledgeable captains, and endless fun vibes made it an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended for a great time on the water!" read more

in Boat Charters

Love & Boat

10.0 miles away from Lake Austin Riverboats

Donut Boat Adventures for upto 6 People. BOOK NOW read more

Big Tex Boat Rentals

13.2 miles away from Lake Austin Riverboats

Welcome to Big Tex Boat Rentals, your premier provider of the best boat charters in Austin, TX. Our company specializes in providing affordable luxury boat charters on Lake Austin & Lake Travis. We provide expert captains to take… read more

in Boating, Boat Charters

Amenities and More

About the business.

We do private Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner cruises for private and corporate events. As the longest running riverboat operation in Texas and an official boat of the Texas Navy, Lake Austin Riverboats provides a party venue as unique as Austin itself. Our crew and captain will do everything to make your event unforgettable. Catering, bar service, theme parties, linen service and live music, we do it all to make it great. We're located just five minutes from downtown Austin. What events do we host? Wedding Post-Wedding Brunch Engagement Party Wedding Shower Reception Anniversary Graduation Family Reunion Alumni Event Corporate Meeting Employee Appreciation Luncheon Birthday Rehearsal Dinner Product Launch Staff Outing Fraternity Sorority Client Appreciation …

Ask the Community

Ask a question

Yelp users haven’t asked any questions yet about Lake Austin Riverboats .

Recommended Reviews

• 1 star rating Not good
• 2 star rating Could’ve been better
• 3 star rating OK
• 4 star rating Good
• 5 star rating Great

Select your rating

Overall rating

I completely agree with Jeffrey S. We bought a Groupon (3 people)....I'm pretty sure we were on The Commodore....but we looked at the looooong line of people waiting to get on and wondered if we'd all fit. Figured they'd be organized and sit people according to how many was in the party....but nope, it was "grab whatever table you like"-style. Of course all the tables and seats on the outside of the boat were snatched up first and you see the handful of inconsiderate people putting 2 tables together when they only needed one. Thankfully we finally found an indoor table but there were many people left standing...one couple literally blocked the walkway with 2 chairs and the staff never said anything even though they passed by them often. Music was entertaining and not too loud and the scenery was nice if you like to drool over multi-million dollar mega-mansions. Food was decent but never announced. Only reason I happened to know it was ready was because I just happened to be there getting some chips/salsa. Food consisted of chips/salsa and main meal was fajitas with rice and beans. Tasty enough but the wait was long because everyone is trying to grab food at the same time....and it was a sauna in the room that the food was in. It was horrible. Drinks were complimentary so that was nice. The photos on Yelp and the website make it look really nice and food arranged nicely....but reality was, it was very basic and buffet style. The icing on the cake though was leaving the cruise with LITERALLY (yes, I counted) 13 flea bites on my feet/ankles. FLEA BITES!!!! I couldn't even believe it. I was on the upper deck, luckily (or unluckily?) grabbing a spot by the railing and enjoying the view while we headed back to the dock, and I kept feeling little things on my feet. I just thought they were the flying insects I kept swatting away just simply flying by my feet. Didn't itch right away and by the time I got home, my feet were dotted with bites. Doctor confirmed FLEA BITES!!!! Really?!?! On a cruise boat??? How?!?!?!?! I'm still baffled. A week later, the urge to scratch my feet raw has subsided. Nightmare. This riverboat tour was supposed to be a fun outing for my family...and it turned out to be quite the opposite. The staff were nice enough but they weren't hands on or making sure everyone had adequate seating or food or having a good time or anything. IF anything would have happened on that boat, it would have been utter chaos because I don't think the staff would have been able to handle it. My husband and I talked with a few people and we all thought the same thing so it's not just us. Very disappointing and I am annoyed that I paid $150 for this experience....thank goodness I didn't pay full price!

Business owner information

Business Owner

Sep 8, 2016

Dear Christine, we are truly sorry to hear that your Groupon experience on the riverboat was not enjoyable. Your complaints are similar to Jeffreys so our response is pretty similar. Our intention for the Riverboat Live Music Series was to give guests the opportunity to mingle, dance, eat, enjoy drinks from the two bars, and - most importantly - enjoy the Lake Austin scenery. By design the boat is set up to accommodate a mixture of tabled seating and mingling space, and so if the expectation was that each person or couple would get their own table, then I can understand the disappointment. After many requests for a public tour we came upon the idea of this series, which we kept far under our capacity for each of our boats., so it was definitely not oversold. It sounds like the lines were a big turnoff for you, and we'll keep that in mind should we do another public cruise again. We did have over 800 guests in the course of 6 events and the response was overwhelmingly positive. One thing to address - there are definitely not fleas on our boats, you either got them somewhere else or confused fleas for mosquitoes. You mention them 'flying' and fleas do not fly. Mosquitoes are actually pretty rare aboard the boat but it's not unheard of for a few to sneak aboard while we are docked.

We cannot recommend Lake Austin riverboats enough! We hosted the ceremony & dinner portion of our wedding on the Commodore (with 140 guests). Working with Scout was a breeze, and he was so resourceful! They were able to have hula hut cater and it was DELISH! The scenery was beautiful & the staff was above and beyond incredible! Our guests remarked, it was the most fun they ever had at a wedding!

If your in search for a unique venue, Lake Austin Riverboats is it! Through this business, you can throw an awesome party and stay within a budget. There aren't any constraints, all information is given upfront(no disclosure), and your getting the best bang for your buck! The General Manager Scout is fantastic. Long story...short version- We planned an event and for unseen circumstances, our plans got cancelled. Mr. Scout, was incredibly understanding of our situation and worked with us financially. I was impressed with the level of communication he gave and how flexible he was. Furthermore, this manager is a people person and has the best attitude. In closing, I highly recommend this business!

I used the Commodore's Pup for a surprise birthday party and the event came off flawlessly. First of all , Scout , the person who handles the booking is outstanding, very accommodating. The process from the very beginning was very easy. The crew on the boat was just as service oriented, made sure I was having a good time as well as all of my guests. I opted for the fajita menu. Have to say living in Austin , one eats a lot of fajitas. These were great. Guests made a point of commenting on the quality of the food including the fresh flour tortillas. I brought a birthday cake on board, the crew had a separate table set up for the cake including forks and napkins. And at cake time the served the cake We had some guests from Austin , some from our of town and some from our of state, the cruise on Lake Austin was an incredible treat for all. Looking forward to using LARB in the future.

Lake Austin Riverboats will help you plan the best event on Lake Austin! They are incredibly professional, wise, and easy to work with. We had our rehearsal dinner on the Commodore and it was so much fun! We were difficult customers and had a hard time deciding on our date - but Lake Austin Riverboats was kind to us through every step of the process and helped us make our decisions. We lucked out with perfect weather for our riverboat cruise, but even had it rained, their boats offer cover overhead so we knew it would be great, rain or shine. The staff onboard were excellent hosts, clearing plates and cups, answering questions, and making sure everyone had a good time. We made our toasts on the front of the boat and there was plenty of room for our guests to see and hear. We set up a slideshow inside the boat, which worked well and was projected onto a wall. I highly recommend the margarita machine! They tasted great and it's a fun option on a boat cruise. We had such a wonderful experience on the Commodore that we are already looking forward to anniversary parties on the boat!

Extremely disappointed in the customer service this company offers. I called inquiring about their services and non-standard offerings. Instead of answering my questions, the guy hung up on me and then wouldn't answer the phone again. This type of unprofessionalism is something I would avoid as there are other riverboat companies in Austin.

Aug 29, 2016

To be clear, this individual never employed our services, or even came close to it. We had a two minute conversation in which they became increasingly rude and agitated as I explained that we could not do what they wanted. I recommended some other boat companies, and said that I could do some discounting outside of Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings.

We had a wonderful rehearsal dinner with 50 guests (full bar, wine, beer & margarita machine) on the Lake Austin Riverboat. To begin with, Scout was easy to work with, so helpful, available, flexible and friendly. Everything was exactly as we planned and the staff were very courteous, helpful, friendly and unobtrusive. The cruise was so enjoyable-even on one of the hottest days of the year it was so pleasant with the breeze of being underway. The scenery was incredible. Everyone that attended commented on what a great event it was, they had a wonderful time & it was so unique. Scout offered suggestions for catering and then took care of it all for us. We didn't have to do anything but show up.

6 other reviews that are not currently recommended

You Might Also Consider

Party Boat Austin

3.9 miles away from Lake Austin Riverboats

Party Boat Austin is your premier chartered boat for Lake Austin! Comfortably accommodates up to 25 guests. It is great for all types of occasions, ages, and events. Including a bar area, stereo with Bluetooth, a captain, bench… read more

Spjst Lodge No 18

SPJST Lodge No 18 specializes in, weddings, wedding receptions, bar mitzvah, quinceanera, large group parties, meetings, corporate events, birthday parties, specialized parties read more

in Venues & Event Spaces, Community Service/non-profit

Collections Including Lake Austin Riverboats

Group events in Austin

Austin things to do

By Johana A.

Kenzie's Bach Weekend

By Hannah R.

Austin TX - Activities

By Charlotte M.

Austin Things To Do

By Jordan W.

People Also Viewed

Austin Party Cruises

Premier Party Cruises

Capital Cruises

Float On - Lake Austin Boat Rentals & Lake Travis Boat Rentals

Longhorn Leisure

Sail Austin

Chateau Bellevue

Palm Door on Sabine

Browse Nearby

Things to Do

Horseback Riding

Entertainment

Photographers

Boat Charters Cost Guide

Boat Charters Near Me

Boat Rides Near Me

Venues and Event Spaces Near Me

Service Offerings in Austin

Birthday Parties

Other Places Nearby

Find more Boat Charters near Lake Austin Riverboats

Find more Venues & Event Spaces near Lake Austin Riverboats

People found Lake Austin Riverboats by searching for…

Corporate Events Austin

Inexpensive Party Event Venues Austin

Best Adult Birthday Party in Austin

Best Free Wedding Venues in Austin

Best Mother's Day Brunch in Austin

Best Reunion Venue in Austin

Brunch Cruise in Austin

Inexpensive Birthday Party Venues in Austin

Rehearsal Dinner in Austin

Dinner Cruise in Austin

Fathers Day Brunch in Austin

Graduation Party in Austin

Related Cost Guides

Boat Charters

Boudoir Photography

Bounce House Rentals

Event Photography

Valet Services

Videographers

Golf Cart Rentals

Karaoke Rental

Party & Event Planning

Photo Booth Rentals

Venues and Event Spaces

• 11 More Cost Guides

Lake Austin Riverboats is a Yelp advertiser.

Lake Austin Riverboats

300 Pressler St, Austin, TX

About This Vendor

Pricing for lake austin riverboats, lake austin riverboats reviews.

• Top reviews
• Newest first
• Oldest first
• Highest rated
• Lowest rated

Contact Info for Lake Austin Riverboats

• 301 or more

Wedding Vendors in Austin

• Wedding Vendors /
• Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers + Parties /
• Texas Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers + Parties /
• Austin Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Showers + Parties /

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience. Dismiss

Our Riverboats The Commodore

Hand-built on Lake Austin by the Fowler family in 1947, the Commodore is an historic Southern-style sternwheel Riverboat. Perfect for corporate events, rehearsal dinners and birthdays, the Commodore can accommodate up to 250 guests and comes fully staffed with catering and bar service.

• Length 93 ft.
• Capacity 250 guests
• Upper and lower banquet rooms
• A/C and heat
• On-board restrooms

The Commodore

• Breakfast menu
• Dinner menu
• Valentines menu

Restaurant name Copyright 2016. All rights reserved.

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience.

• Party Venues

Lake Austin Riverboats

• Phone 512-345-5220
• www.austinriverboats.com
• Capacity: 250 people

About Lake Austin Riverboats

• Write A Recommendation

Event Pricing

Event spaces.

See Details

Hand-built on Lake Austin by the Fowler family in 1947, the Commodore is an historic Southern-style sternwheel Riverboat. Perfect for corporate events, rehearsal dinners and birthdays, the Commodore can accommodate up to 250 guests and comes fully staffed with catering and bar service.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Our most popular boat for groups between 50-100, the Commodore’s Pup is known for its sleek design and open upper deck. Perfect for watching the sun set and cruising beneath the stars, the Commodore’s Pup can accommodate your event whether it is for a company party or a rehearsal dinner.

• Full Bar/Lounge
• On-Site Catering Service
• Outdoor Function Area
• Max Number of People for an Event: 250

Lone Star Riverboat

• 10:00am - 5:00pm
• 10:00am - 2:00pm

Authentic double-decked, paddlewheel riverboat provides sightseeing and sunset bat-watching cruises on Town Lake. Private charters available. Tickets at Austin Visitor Center.

Facility Information

• Event maximum capacity (# ppl): 80

Facility Info

• Largest Room 1500
• Number of Rooms 2

Internationally Famous Bat Watching Tour

Largest urban bat colony in the world

Watch the bats emerge nightly on our Public Bat-Watching Tour, running from March through mid-November. Or customize a private excursion with dinner, cocktails, and more. See dinner cruise and party boat pricing for rates.

Guided Kayak Tours

Sightseeing tours, private events, capital cruises fleet.

An experience like no other

Welcome to Capital Cruises

Deep in the heart of Austin, TX, we are proud to offer lunch and dinner cruises, wedding events, internationally famous bat-watching excursions, party boat services, and the ultimate alternative for group and corporate outings.

Where are you located?

We are on the boat dock at the lakeside of the Hyatt Regency Hotel. The Hyatt is located at 208 Barton Springs Road near the intersection of Congress and Barton Springs on the south side of Town Lake. Click here for Map and Directions .

Where can we park?

Unfortunately, there is very little free parking in the area. The Hyatt Regency does have a multi-level parking garage. Parking there should be $25.00 per vehicle for up to 3 hours, after which you may be subject to additional charges. Alternatively, you can typically pay to park at the surface lot adjacent to the hotel, though prices for this and other pay lots in the area may vary depending activities in the surrounding area. Both the Long Center for Performing Arts and Austin City Hall have large pay-parking structures and are a short walk from the dock. Also, One Texas Center off of Riverside Drive typically has available parking. Guests may drop off passengers at the front door of the hotel, but parking there is limited to 5 minutes. Please see map for directions .

When should we arrive?

For PRIVATE CRUISES, boarding time is usually 15 minutes in advance of departure (check with dock personnel for your specific cruise). For larger groups (~20 or more), we suggest telling your group to arrive 30 minutes prior to departure to allow for traffic or other possible delays. If our schedule permits, arrangements can be made for some members of your party to arrive earlier for set-up, decoration, etc. For PUBLIC CRUISES, check-in starts 30 minutes prior to departure. Reservations must be claimed no less than 15 minutes prior to departure, or they are no longer guaranteed, even if they are prepaid. Prepaid reservations are non-refundable unless the reservation was canceled at least 72 hours in advance.

See Austin like never before

Team Building

Live Entertainment

Casino Night

Check out our

Popular Entertainment Add-on Packages

Expert crew members

Meet the Skippers

Kevin Martin

Mike hardson, christine eve.

Our benefits

Why Choose Us

No hidden fees, maintenance of boats, experienced team, come see the spectacle of the world's largest urban bat colony stream from the bridge nightly..

News & Articles

Our Logbook

• Josh Duggan

Donut Boats and Duffy Boats

Show your friends and family the best time on one of our motorized vessels that you can rent and operate yourselves!  First Donut Boats in Texas! The Donut Boat’s unique design seats up to 10 people around a center table, outfitted with a center-post umbrella to shade you while cruising Lady Bird Lake. The quiet […]

Our Brand New Website is Ready to Launch!

We’ve been working behind the scenes for the past few months, poring over every last detail, overhauling our website to best serve you, the customer. Just like the next cruise you book or boat you want to rent, we’re ecstatic to be launching this incarnation of CapitalCruises.com. Throughout the brand new site, you’ll find a […]

Now offering Guided Sunset Tours

Looking to kayak at sunset on the lake? Capital Cruises now offers a Guided Sunset Kayak Tour Thursdays through Saturday evenings. Cost is $40 per person and includes a ~1.5 hour tour. See the striking downtown skyline as well as a great view of the sunset cast against the lake. Thursday – Saturday evenings departing […]

Get a no obligation quote today