New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Harbor Cruise

Highlights

Book ahead to guarantee your spot on this popular river cruise
Listen to informative commentary from the captain
Upgrade to include a traditional New Orleans tableside lunch
Listen to live jazz music as you watch the scenery pass

Summary

Choose a morning or afternoon departure time at booking, and then make your way to New Orleans’ French Quarter on the day of your trip to exchange your voucher for tickets at the kiosk at Toulouse Street. Once on board, explore the historic boat's vintage accents and period decorations. Stroll the decks to take in the Mississippi River scenery and views of the city of New Orleans passing by. For the journey out, find a seat indoors to listen to live jazz in the main dining area, or opt to sit outside for narration on passing historic sites, such as Chalmette Battlefield. The return journey features music throughout the boat. If you opt to upgrade to the lunch option, your journey includes a tableside lunch made up of traditional New Orleans fare. End up back at your original starting point, with plenty of time left in the day to continue exploring the French Quarter or beyond.

Tour info

Duration

2 hours

Why take this tour?

The Steamboat NATCHEZ is taking some time off, but her sister vessel will be taking her place. You’ll get the same authentic riverboat experience, traveling like the residents of New Orleans did decades ago, when you step aboard the historic riverboat on this Mississippi River cruise. After you depart from the harbor, listen to entertaining commentary on the sights that pass by as you stroll the expansive deck, enjoy live jazz music in the main dining area, and check out the churning paddle wheel in action. Upgrade to include a tableside lunch.

What’s included?

2 Hour Paddlewheel Cruise
Live Commentary Onboard
Live Jazz Music
Creole Tableside Lunch (if option selected)
Local Taxes
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 2h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Steamboat Natchez

About operator:

Cruise back in time aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ,the last authentic steamboat on the Mississippi River. Depart from the heart of the historic French Quarter on our daily Harbor Cruises and evening cruises. Board to the sounds of the Steam Calliope, followed by a self-guided visit to the museum quality steam engine room, live historic and port narration during your two-hour cruise. Optional meals and beverages of many New Orleans favorites are prepared on board. Professional New Orleans musicians play on each cruise. Southern hospitality is in large supply at our fully stocked bars.