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American Symphony: ship guide
A 180-guest modern riverboat roaming the Mississippi, Tennessee, Ohio and Gulf Coast.
Best for: Repeat river cruisers and music lovers who want a modern all-balcony riverboat on less-traveled water: the Tennessee, Ohio, Arkansas and the Gulf Coast as well as the Mississippi. Sails from Nashville, TN, Memphis, TN, New Orleans, LA, Pensacola, FL, Chattanooga, TN, Louisville, KY, Pittsburgh, PA in 2026 and 2027.
About American Symphony
American Symphony is the fifth ship in American Cruise Lines’ modern American Riverboat series, launched in 2022 by Chesapeake Shipbuilding. It introduced an updated interior inspired by American geography, with natural textures and calm color palettes, and carries 180 guests on five decks around a four-story glass atrium. Like its sisters it has an opening bow and retractable gangway, an outdoor walking track on the top deck and a fitness center.
All staterooms have private balconies and run from 250 to 615 square feet with full bathrooms and roomy closets. The fare covers open-seating dining in a restaurant with a view from every seat, the daily cocktail hour, all drinks, a resident historian, live music each evening, a pre-cruise hotel night and at least one excursion in every port. Several spacious lounges and the sun deck give plenty of room to watch the river.
American Symphony is the most widely traveled riverboat in the fleet. In 2026 and 2027 it sails the Tennessee Rivers and Music Cities cruises between Nashville, Chattanooga and Memphis, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park cruise, Lower Mississippi cruises, the winter Gulf Coast cruise between New Orleans and Pensacola, Ohio River cruises between Louisville and Pittsburgh, the Upper Mississippi and Grand Heartland, and the Arkansas River. It suits repeat river cruisers who want new water.
- Updated interior design drawn from American geography, with natural textures and serene colors
- Four-story glass atrium and panoramic views from the lounges and restaurant
- All-balcony staterooms from 250 to 615 square feet, including Single Balcony rooms without supplement
- Outdoor walking track and fitness center on the top deck
- The riverboat for American’s Gulf Coast cruise between New Orleans and Pensacola
- Tennessee River, Music Cities and Great Smoky Mountains itineraries from Nashville
- Ohio River cruises between Louisville and Pittsburgh in summer 2027
- Daily cocktail hour, resident historian and nightly live music, all included
Staterooms and suites
Grand Suite
615 square feet on Deck 4 with a separate bedroom and living room, king bed, breakfast bar, daily restocked refrigerator, double-vanity bathroom and a 25-foot private balcony with table, chairs and chaise lounge.
Veranda Suite
350 square feet on Deck 4 with a seating area, stocked refrigerator, king bed, full-size dresser and closet, and floor-to-ceiling sliding doors to a furnished balcony; suite guests receive daily suite treats.
Premium Balcony
300 square feet on the sought-after Deck 3 with full-size furniture, an open layout, a spacious bathroom with large shower and a private balcony with deck furniture.
Deluxe Balcony
300 square feet on Deck 2, the same open layout and furnished balcony as the Premium Balcony one deck lower.
Standard Balcony
275 square feet on the Main Deck with full-size furniture, plenty of storage and picture windows beside a push door to a private balcony.
Single Balcony
250 square feet on Decks 2, 3 and 4 for solo travelers, with a full-size bed, desk and sitting area and a private balcony with table and chair; offered without a single supplement.
American Symphony deck plans
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Deck 5
Sun Deck, Sky Walk.
- Sun DeckTake a deep breath of fresh air and immerse yourself in the breathtaking 360-degree view of the passing scenery from this ideal setting.
Plans are the cruise line’s current drawings as supplied to our booking engine. Layouts change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the exact stateroom when you book.
On board American Symphony
Dining on American Symphony
The RestaurantIncluded
Open seating at every meal with all guests in one seating and a view from every table; menus follow the region, from Gulf seafood and Creole dishes out of New Orleans to Tennessee barbecue and Southern classics.
Casual Café and LoungesIncluded
Lighter breakfast and lunch options, snacks and coffee are available in the lounges and on the top deck for guests who prefer to eat outdoors or between excursions.
Daily Cocktail HourIncluded
A complimentary evening cocktail hour every day with hors d’oeuvres and top-shelf spirits before dinner.
Drinks PolicyIncluded
All meals, snacks and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included and available 24 hours a day.
Entertainment and activities
- Resident historian with daily talks on the Civil War, Southern music and river history, tailored to each itinerary
- Live music nightly in the lounge, with local country, blues and jazz musicians joining in Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans
- Top-deck walking track and sun deck with lounge seating
- Several spacious lounges plus smaller rooms with library, puzzles and cards
- At least one included excursion in every port, with optional Premium and Signature tours and a Graceland pre-cruise package from Memphis
- Fitness center and daily stretch sessions
- Art classes, cooking demonstrations, trivia and tech help sessions depending on the itinerary
- Starlink Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Families and who it suits
American Cruise Lines runs no children’s program and its riverboats are designed for adult travelers; there are no kids clubs or family cabins, and the line does not publish a minimum age on its site, so ask before booking with anyone under 18.
Best for: Repeat river cruisers and music lovers who want a modern all-balcony riverboat on less-traveled water: the Tennessee, Ohio, Arkansas and the Gulf Coast as well as the Mississippi.
Sails from: Nashville, TN, Memphis, TN, New Orleans, LA, Pensacola, FL, Chattanooga, TN, Louisville, KY, Pittsburgh, PA · Regions: Mississippi River, Tennessee and Cumberland Rivers, Ohio River, Gulf Coast, Arkansas River
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Facts checked against American Cruise Lines: American Symphony, American Cruise Lines: dates and fares for American Symphony, American Cruise Lines press release: 2026 itineraries and new ships, American Cruise Lines: all-inclusive on October 14, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.
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