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New Orleans: Evening Jazz Cruise on the Steamboat Natchez

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New Orleans: Evening Jazz Cruise on the Steamboat Natchez
4.3
3600 reviews
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Experience New Orleans from the best seat in the city on a steamboat cruise along the Mississippi River. Upgrade your experience with an optional buffet dinner and savor the flavors of the Big Easy.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English

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Virginia – United States

the cruise was excellent. very relaxing and informative. the dinner was well planned and delicious. we didn't feel rushed at all. I recommend doing the 2nd dinner because it might be dark then and you won't be able to see anything. also the narrator only gave info on the outbound part of the trip so if you do an early dinner, you miss out on a lot.

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Gayle – United Kingdom

Great experience but feel the boat should move for longer than it did. lovely food and service. Good music from the live band.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a cruise aboard the only surviving authentic steamboat in New Orleans
  • Relax to the musical sounds of the Dukes of Dixieland
  • Learn from live narration provided by a captain during your cruise
  • Experience breathtaking views of New Orleans from the water
  • Savor a Southern-style buffet (if you've chosen the tour option)

Full description

Journey back in time aboard the newly renovated Riverboat City of New Orleans. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the New Orleans atmosphere as the smooth jazz of the Dukes Trio fills your ears on this two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi, enjoying craft cocktails, and the sites.
Depart from the heart of the French Quarter and experience breathtaking views of New Orleans as the city skyline slips away. Seating is available indoors and on the outdoor decks for the very best views of the Mississippi River and New Orleans. Make sure you check out all four decks as the top deck view is a sight to see. 
Choose the dinner buffet option for a dinner menu including: Salad Du Jour, Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, Top Round Angus Beef, Louisiana Fried Chicken Thighs, Bayou Seafood Pasta, Crawfish Etouffee, Herb Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Corn Maque Choux, Southern Stewed Okra, and New Orleans Bread Pudding.  

Includes

  • 2-hour boat cruise
  • Buffet dinner (if the option is selected)
  • Live music by the Dukes of Dixieland
  • Live narration from the captain
  • Climate-controlled indoor areas
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips

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Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Know before you go

  • Periodically, Steamboat Natchez will be out of service for her yearly Coast Guard inspections and general maintenance. All cruises during this time will take place on her sister vessel - the Riverboat City of New Orleans
  • The Steamboat Natchez does not qualify for producing gluten-free meals as established by the GFCO (Gluten-Free Certification Organization), and therefore must decline a guest's request for a special meal
  • There are two seating times for dinner: The first dinner seating is from 6pm-7:15pm, and the second dinner seating is from 7:45-9pm. Check with the hostess upon boarding for dining assistance
  • Menu items are subject to change by season and availability
  • Children under 6 (not occupying a seat on tours) come free of charge but are charged for food on cruises

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 3600 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.3/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.1/5

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Virginia – United StatesApril 8, 2025 – Verified booking
the cruise was excellent. very relaxing and informative. the dinner was well planned and delicious. we didn't feel rushed at all. I recommend doing the 2nd dinner because it might be dark then and you won't be able to see anything. also the narrator only gave info on the outbound part of the trip so if you do an early dinner, you miss out on a lot.
G
Gayle – United KingdomApril 6, 2025 – Verified booking
Great experience but feel the boat should move for longer than it did. lovely food and service. Good music from the live band.
R
Rachel – United StatesApril 4, 2025 – Verified booking
Everything was perfect. Something we wanted to do for years, did not disappoint.

Product ID: 22812

Activity provider:Gray Line New Orleans

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