Riverboat Cruise: Jazz, History, and Scenic Views
4.3
6,097 Ratings
New Orleans

Experience the enchanting sights and sounds of river life on the New Orleans Jazz Cruise aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ. Board the riverboat and enjoy a delightful journey with live jazz music and a delicious lunch. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Steamboat NATCHEZ - Official Site - Experience the dynamic skyline of ‘The Crescent City’ from the sunlit decks or the cozy, climate-controlled interiors of the grand Steamer Natchez.
  • Mississippi River - Sail by the Chalmette Battlefield, the historic site where Jean Lafitte and his pirates allied with Andrew Jackson to protect the city from…
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What's Included
  • 2-Hour Paddlewheel Cruise
  • Live Captain’s Narration Onboard
  • Live Jazz by the Steamboat Stompers
  • Creole-Inspired Brunch on Sunday (if option selected)
  • Creole-Inspired Lunch Monday-Saturday (if option selected)
  • Climate controlled areas
  • On-board restrooms
  • Cocktail, beer, and wine options are available for purchase onboard
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Step aboard the riverboat to the enchanting melodies of the Steam Calliope. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of river life that captivated historical and literary figures such as Mark Twain’s Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer, while observing the vibrant activity of America’s second-largest port!
This genuine riverboat journey offers a leisurely two-hour…

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Location
Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS
Toulouse Street
Cancellation Policy

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

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Taylormf7691hp
Aug 17, 2026
Steamboat Fun! - The most amazing experience ever! Brunch on a steamboat was very worth doing and for the price for two being $160. The food is self served from 11am-12pm. Once you finish eating, the lovely waiters/waitresses will come around to pick up plates. My boyfriend and I continued our time outside listening to the historic facts being told through the speakers, as it was a little noisy inside to hear. We were able to take pictures before boarding and the workers went around looking for everyone to show their pictures to and was able to purchase 2 big pictures, 4 small pictures, a card for a digital picture, and mini holders all for about $40. There's a gift shop, mini bar, and many other rooms to tour to. For the best wind and not so hot environment, the first level is great with breeze since closer to the water, but for more pictures the top level is great with the view! Best for couples, families, friends, or even solo!
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Jennifer
Jun 18, 2026
Book Now - This adventure was absolutely amazing! The captain and the staff on the steamboat cruise were so friendly and knowledgeable, plus the food and drinks were really great! The fried chicken was the best I believe I’ve ever eaten and I will definitely be back at some point. Two thumbs up!!
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567feleciaw
May 26, 2026
Really fun - We did this our first night in NOLA. This was a nice relaxing experience. The music was good. The food was great. If you are looking to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax for a bit while still experiencing the southern atmosphere this is the experience for you.
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Lizziefreeman
May 8, 2026
Great Experience - We loved this boat trip (despite the rainy weather). The boat is lovely and it is a great view of the city as you spend a couple of hours on the mighty Mississippi. The narration was informative, entertaining and very clear over the tannoy system. The jazz band who played live were wonderful. We didn’t have dinner but snacks and drinks were available and we purchased some of those. The soda was refillable which was a nice surprise. The staff were lovely. We would recommend this experience.
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Samanthawn5461gt
Apr 9, 2026
It's a New Orleans Tradition for a Reason! - My family of 5 loved this experience! The food was a delicious cajun buffet. The service during dinner attentive and helpful. We were in the first dinner seating which I recommend because we ate while everyone else was boarding. We finished eating and were out on the deck when we departed from the dock. We loved the captain's commentary as we were traveling the Mississippi River. We also enjoyed the jazz music and touring the ship during our two hour journey. We're so glad we decided to do this NOLA tradition!
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Wcasaus
Jan 22, 2026
Worth The Ride - Good time on the riverboat. Enjoyed the historic narrative and spending some relaxing time on the Mississippi. Riding on a water wheel riverboat was pretty cool.
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Fbell4u
Mar 28, 2026
Skip this excursion - This boat ride is underwhelming. Not much to see along the river and the jazz band playing on the boat was mediocre. I would skip this excursion.
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Darla_s
Jun 5, 2026
Darla's Adventures on the Riverboat. - First the time on the app is wrong. Boarding starts at 11:00. Trip begins at 11:30. The lunch is not buffet. It is an extremely dry overly abundant arugula only salad. The person sets it down, says tea, water and coffee are that way. Then mumbles something, rolling their eyes when you ask them to repeat. The people working in the dining area are rude and unpleasant. They do not smile. They do not say hello. They point when you ask for something. The band was great. I loved the guide.
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Frances_j
May 2, 2026
Bot worth it - Buying tickets in advance is a mistake. We did and it rained like crazy and the wind was blowing so it was impossible to stay dry even under the covered area. It was also impossible to see anything so it was kind of a bust. Except for the experience of riding a steamboat it was a waste of 2 hours and $$$
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Krystel
Apr 21, 2026
Really not great. - Really not great but I couldn't stay here without testing the boat on the missipi Tom sawyer is my childhood
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