Experience New Orleans on a historic paddle-wheel boat with jazz and optional Creole dinner. Relax, enjoy stunning river views, and live music in style.
Most Popular★ 4.0“Awesome trip on the river. Peaceful and quiet. We didn't have dinner but there are drinks available for purchase.”
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7,533 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $58.00by Gray Line New Orleans
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Experience a scenic Mississippi river cruise with live jazz, Creole-inspired lunch options, and historic sights, all aboard the iconic Steamboat Natchez in New Orleans.
★ 4.5“This trip was nice and relaxing. The narration was very informative and the music was enjoyable. We didn't book the dinner meal because you are seated inside and are unable to see much during the trip. The food didn't look enticing enough to spend the…”
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5,334 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $43.50by Gray Line New Orleans
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Experience New Orleans on a 2-hour Mississippi River cruise with live jazz, scenic views, and optional Creole dinner — a relaxing way to soak in the Big Easy vibe.
★ 4.3“The music was great, the food was good and a lot The boat is beautiful Great experience”
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4,548 reviews2 hoursFrom $58by Gray Line New Orleans
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Experience a two-hour jazz cruise on the Mississippi aboard a historic steamboat, enjoy live music, stunning river views, and optional Creole lunch in New Orleans.
★ 4.3“Steam organ the jaz band and the narrators I felt safe and the ride was very informative I would definitely recommend this tour”
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4,164 reviews2 hoursFrom $43by Gray Line New Orleans
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Experience New Orleans' history and scenery with a scenic Mississippi River cruise aboard a historic paddlewheeler, including battlefield stops and lively narration.
★ 4.5“This was a great tour of the Mississippi River and the battleground of the Battle of New Orleans. Charles is a great storyteller and made all the information about the battle and city of New Orleans very digestible.”
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1,948 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $47.00by New Orleans Paddlewheels Inc.
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Experience New Orleans on a scenic Mississippi River cruise with live jazz, Creole buffet options, and stunning sunset views aboard the paddlewheeler Creole Queen.
★ 4.0“You can board early but the cruise itself is 2 hours not 2.5 as advertised. Personally, this is long enough just not what was advertised. The food was average, really lukewarm, except the gumbo which was hot. Music was good, played a wide variety. Staff…”
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1,469 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $107.00by New Orleans Paddlewheels Inc.
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Explore New Orleans' history on a relaxing Mississippi river cruise with narrated stories, battlefield visits, and optional Creole lunch — a great blend of scenery and culture.
★ 4.3“The food was served up quickly and hot. The musicians were first rate. We enjoyed getting to see the mechanical works. Overall a good experience for our family group of eleven.”
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1,112 reviews2.5 hoursFrom $47by Paddlewheeler Creole Queen
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Experience New Orleans from the Mississippi aboard a charming paddlewheeler with lively jazz, Creole cuisine, and stunning city views—perfect for a relaxed evening.
★ 4.4“what a beautiful and magical cruise on the mighty Mississippi River! The general buffet was delicious! I'm not joking... The food was incredibly delicious and the service was top-notch and the music playing set the tone perfectly. if you're looking for something to do while…”
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1,024 reviews2 hoursFrom $60by Paddlewheeler Creole Queen
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Experience New Orleans' soul with a Sunday jazz brunch aboard a historic paddlewheeler, offering scenic river views, live jazz, and Louisiana favorites for $43.50.
★ 4.0“Good Food & Great Music! Went with girlfriends for a 50th birthday trip. We all had a great time! Thank you!”
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889 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $43.50by Gray Line New Orleans
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Experience a luxurious jazz dinner cruise on the Mississippi with VIP treatment, private tour, and open bar options—perfect for a memorable New Orleans night.
★ 4.5“The overall experience was awesome. The staff that took care of us was amazing. They had the whole night planned out for us.”
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838 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $190.50by Gray Line New Orleans
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Discover New Orleans' jazz roots with a guided tour visiting Louis Armstrong Park, French Quarter, and live music venues, plus a drink included.
★ 4.5“The tour guide was very good, knowledgeable and he covered a lot of history of jazz. We ended up being the only people in the tour which was super nice. the tour had 2 stops at local jazz clubs with a great atmosphere and music,…”
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477 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $60.56by Intrepid Urban Adventures - USA
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Experience a relaxing 2-hour Mississippi River cruise in New Orleans with live jazz, scenic views, and optional Creole brunch for a memorable outing.
★ 4.3“Fun two hour ride and brunch with live music made it better! Great way to get some history of the Mississippi River and NO and with a little entertainment along the way. Highly recommend to anyone visiting for the first time!”
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470 reviews2 hoursFrom $43by Gray Line New Orleans
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Discover New Orleans with this combined city tour and Mississippi River steamboat cruise, offering historic sights, live jazz, and Creole cuisine at a fair price.
“we took the daytime travel which was great and very informative crew and staff were very polite and helpful would highly recommend”
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446 reviews6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $88.00by Gray Line New Orleans
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Experience flavorful Louisiana cuisine with live jazz at the 'Court of Two Sisters' brunch in New Orleans. Guaranteed courtyard seating, great value, and authentic atmosphere.
★ 4.5“The choices of meals were delicious. Breakfast and lunch items plus dessert. We received complimentary mimosas as well! Our server was amazing! Very attentive and even took our picture too! The outdoor courtyard was beautiful and the live music was great.”
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409 reviews1 dayFrom $51by Court of Two Sisters
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Experience a delicious Creole buffet and live jazz at New Orleans’ Court of Two Sisters. Includes mimosas, courtyard views, and soulful tunes.
“Lovely place. I came here 10 yrs ago and have been going on about the turtle soup and duck l'orange since. I was so happy to see they still had them as part of their buffet.”
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289 reviews1 to 2 hours (approx.)From $47.00by Court of Two Sisters Restaurant
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