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After 10 Years, Showboat Branson Belle Still Makes A Splash
In 1993, Silver Dollar City, one of Branson's major theme parks, set out to create a unique lake attraction, based on the majestic showboats of the 1800s - the showboats that brought culture and entertainment to towns all along the rivers of America. Fine Branson dining was, of course, part of the plan.
The Showboat Branson Belle was constructed right here at White River Landing, and on August 12, 1994, it was launched into the waters of Table Rock Lake - right below Chateau on the Lake.
Today, at 278 feet in length, 78 feet in width, 112 feet, 3 inches in height, and 2.5 million pounds in weight, this floating Branson Restaurant is the largest American boat ever built on a land-locked lake. And the sight of her majestically plying the waters of Table Rock Lake, at an average speed of six miles per hour, carrying up to 700 passengers past some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, is truly something to behold.
As the name says, Showboat Branson Belle is a showboat, and guests can expect to enjoy a spectacular show in the dining theater. It's been called "one of the most fast paced, exciting, and entertaining shows in Branson...a first-class experience." And the dinner show includes a three-course gourmet meal prepared onboard in the showboat's galley.Branson dining at its best. In fact, all of the meals served on the Showboat Branson Belle - up to 3,000 daily - are prepared in her own on-board galley and are served by one of the most attentive and caring wait staffs in Branson.
Make your visit to our Branson Hotel complete with a dinner cruise on the showboat Branson belle. You don't want to miss our award-winning Missouri restaurant Chateau Grille, overlooking Table Rock Lake, but for a different perspective on Branson dining, the showboat Branson belle on table rock lake is highly recommended.