Spend A Perfect Day On This Old Fashioned Paddle Boat Cruise In Alabama
By Jennifer Young
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Published March 08, 2019
Alabama is no stranger when it comes to natural scenic beauty. Luckily, we’re able to experience this beautiful scenery in a variety of unique ways. One way in particular is by taking a cruise down one of Alabama’s most scenic rivers while aboard the Harriott II. For more information about the Harriott II, including why it should be experienced by everyone, take a look below.
The Harriott II is an authentic replica of a 19th century paddle boat that's docked beside the amphitheater in Montgomery's Riverfront Park. It's one of the city's greatest attractions.
Measuring approximately 96 feet long, this charming paddle boat can accommodate up to 350 passengers. People travel from all across Alabama to take a ride on the Harriott II.
When it comes to dining on the Harriott II, lunchtime cruises and dinner cruises are offered. Lunchtime cruises take place the first Wednesday of the month from April to November, and on Saturdays from June to July. It lasts an hour (11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) and is perfect for the entire family. Dinner cruises take place each Friday from March to October for two hours (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.). For more information, including ticket prices, click here .
While enjoying your meal, the Harriott II will take you down the scenic Alabama River. If you choose to partake in the dinner cruise, you'll also get to experience a spectacular sunset.
Several specialty cruises are also available throughout the year, including the Mother's Day Lunch Cruise (May 12), Father's Day Dinner Cruise (June 16), Haunting on the Harriott II (October 26), Holidays on the Harriott (December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21), New Year's Eve Cruise (December 31), and more.
The next time you plan to spend the day visiting Alabama's capital city, consider having lunch or dinner aboard the Harriott II. It'll be a dining experience like no other.
For more information about the Harriott II, including its cruise schedule, click
here . This old fashioned paddle boat is located at 200 Coosa St., Montgomery, AL 36104.
Have you ever taken a ride on the Harriott II? If so, please share your experience with us in the comments.
Another unique attraction in Montgomery is Old Alabama Town, which you can read all about here .
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