Jazz Brunch Cruise: Mississippi River Views

Embark on a Mississippi River adventure aboard the Steamboat Natchez. Indulge in a jazz brunch, soak in the stunning views, and experience the charm of a bygone era.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • French Quarter - Make your way to Toulouse Street in the French Quarter at your chosen time for a delightful 2-hour Sunday brunch cruise.
  • Steamboat NATCHEZ - Official Site - Step aboard the riverboat for a nostalgic journey along the Mississippi River.
  • Mississippi River - The boat features everything from a museum-quality engine room to…
What's Included
  • 2 Hour Paddle-wheel Boat Cruise
  • Live Jazz Entertainment
  • Brunch (if option selected)
  • Enclosed climate controlled areas
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Alcohol (available for purchase)
Additional Information

Embark on a delightful jazz brunch cruise along the Mississippi River, where you can enjoy live jazz music and indulge in a delicious buffet brunch, if you choose that option. Alternatively, relax indoors on one of our beautifully decorated decks or take in the sights and breezes from our outdoor decks. This genuine paddle-wheel riverboat transports you…

Location
Gray Line New Orleans
Toulouse Street
Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River, just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Please arrive 15 minutes before boarding begins.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Darlene_t
Mar 9, 2026
A must-do! - this is something I do every time I am in New Orleans, and it never disappoints. The food is unexpectedly good, the entertainment, great, and the experience is wonderful.
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Denise_r
Mar 2, 2026
Brunch cruise - The food was delicious and the tour was informative. The jazz band music was fun and entertaining. We enjoyed the entire experiences.
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Deedeep637
Mar 2, 2026
Never been and finally enjoyed! - This was a lovely trip down and up the Mississippi. Enjoyed the brunch and the tour guide. Thus is definitely the time of year for me. Weather was perfect and the crowd was easy to manage.
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Karen_l
Feb 25, 2026
Great morning our on the... - Great morning out on the river! Commentary from the captain, music from the jazz trio (and calliope) were very entertaining but the buffet totally topped it off. So good.
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Bethany_w
Feb 15, 2026
Very good experience. The... - Very good experience. The food was very good. The server was nice and helpful. The ride was very smooth.
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Wanda_t
Mar 9, 2026
Cruising and grooving down the Mississippi. - The jazz band sounds authentic. They play a lot of classics. If you like traditional jazz you will enjoy this band. I appreciated the commentary the captain provided about travel and shipping along the Mississippi; it was very interesting. The food was surprisingly good, given it was prepared in large quantities. I really enjoyed the shrimp and grits. Even though it was raining, it didn’t hamper our experience. There were ample places to sit that were shielded from the rain. A nice experience.
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Maria_b
Mar 9, 2026
The food was overpriced... - The food was overpriced and the experience was so-so. Even in the rain it was packed with not enough seating for everyone
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Laurence
Feb 16, 2026
Bloody Mary 🥳 food 😤 - The food was not very good and insufficient (more desserts). Bloody mary is excellent. The view was interesting. Mzid we can't have brunch and listen to the jazz concert that's taking place on a different floor.
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James_w
Feb 15, 2026
Hot - There's is little to see other than run down piers etc. The food was spicy and I'm not a fan of all that heat. The gumbo, my partner liked I was not over the hill with it. Staff was great. Every dish was seafood and spicy.
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Elizabethzm7858fb
Feb 15, 2026
Feels like fraud - Brunch is in a very hot, stuffy room and there was no jazz. We ate from a very limited buffet, with some of the food cold. Brunch is on the first deck, while jazz is on the third deck. But, no one heard any jazz until an hour into the tour because of narration. The marketing for this experience is much better than the actual experience. Would not do again and would not recommend. Also, it is not a steam engine as advertised.
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From $44
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).