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New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise

New Orleans, USAby Gray Line New Orleans

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 500 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Board your riverboat to the delightful tunes of the Steam Calliope. Experience the sights and sounds of river life that enchanted characters of history and literature - like Mark Twain's Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer - and see the bustling activity of America's second-largest port! This authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi, features traditional live jazz, craft cocktails, and all the beautiful New Orleans sites. Make sure you check out the Steam Engine Room on the bottom deck! Lunch option available Monday - Saturday. Brunch option available Sunday only. The boat boards at 11:00am and 2:00pm and departs promptly at 11:30am and 2:30pm. We recommend arriving 15 minutes prior to boarding.

What's included

  • Creole-Inspired Brunch on Sunday (if option selected)
  • Climate controlled areas
  • Creole-Inspired Lunch Monday-Saturday (if option selected)
  • 2-Hour Paddlewheel Cruise
  • Live Captain's Narration Onboard
  • Restroom on board
  • Cocktail, beer, and wine options are available for purchase onboard
  • Live Jazz by the Steamboat Stompers
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    View the ever-changing skyline of 'The Crescent City' from the sunny decks or climate-controlled comfort of the majestic Steamer Natchez.

  2. 2

    Mississippi River

    Cruise past the Chalmette Battlefield, where the legendary Jean Lafitte and his buccaneers joined forces with Andrew Jackson to defend the city against the British in the Battle of New Orleans. You also have the option to add on a delicious buffet lunch.

Meeting and pickup

The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS dock is just two blocks from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Boarding begins 30 minute prior to your departure time. The band begins at boarding time, so be sure to arrive early!

The Steamboat NATCHEZ dock is just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Boarding begins 30 minute prior to your departure time. The band begins at boarding time, so be sure to arrive early!

End point

The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS dock is just two blocks from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Boarding begins 30 minute prior to your departure time. The band begins at boarding time, so be sure to arrive early!

The Steamboat NATCHEZ dock is just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Boarding begins 30 minute prior to your departure time. The band begins at boarding time, so be sure to arrive early!

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In order to help preserve the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point - just a short stroll from most downtown hotels.
  • The Steamboat NATCHEZ is handclapped accessible to the main deck and restrooms only.
  • Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat.
  • The tour cruises rain or shine, however the cruise may be cancelled due to severe or dangerous weather conditions.
  • **Important for Groups of 10+** Parties of 10 or more guests require physical tickets for boarding. Please check in with our Lighthouse Ticket Office prior to boarding to receive your tickets. Please allow extra time for check-in.

Cancellation policy

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

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