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15 Best New Orleans Jazz Cruises

The jazz cruises: a paddlewheeler, a live brass band and the Mississippi doing the steering. The Natchez and Creole Queen split the trade; dinner sailings add Creole buffets to the set list.

2.New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise

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

“Everything was very smooth. I walked over in ~8 minutes from my Q&C Hotel. I went on a 55 degree January weekday and the boat was nowhere near full which was nice and spacious with plenty of seating. The narration was well done and had…”

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3.New Orleans: Evening Steamboat Jazz Cruise + Optional Dinner

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

“This was a very fun activity. So glad we included it in our days in NOLA. The jazz band was SPECTACTULAR. Our favorite part. The buffet dinner was tasty too.”

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4.New Orleans: Daytime Steamboat Jazz Cruise + Optional Lunch

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

“We booked the steamboat cruise without lunch. Happy with this choice as being up on the top deck was good fun and gave us good views of the city. Also lovely to walk around the boat and see the padel’s in action. Highly recommend if…”

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5.Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise

Experience New Orleans' history and scenery with a scenic Mississippi River cruise aboard a historic paddlewheeler, including battlefield stops and lively narration.

★ 4.5

“We longed to get a feel for some of the history of New Orleans. We were not disappointed. We also were very glad to enjoy the meal & get a taste of the local fare. We enjoyed the Rangers narrative of the Battle of New…”

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6.Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans

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

“The food was great, the staff and views were great too, and the entertainment was even better. All around great experience.”

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7.New Orleans: Creole Queen History Cruise with Optional Lunch

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 guide was an excellent story teller and a pleasure to listen to as he told us about the history of New Orleans”

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9.Steamboat Natchez Sunday Jazz Brunch Cruise in New Orleans

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

“Nice day cruise with informative narration and history. Having the jazz music added to the ride, how could you not be put into a good mood?!?”

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10.Steamboat Natchez VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

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

“VIP experience definitely enhanced the cruise. Our host Marlon was very attentive and knowledgeable tour of the boat with the captain was informative and the band was great”

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11.New Orleans Jazz Tour: History and Live Jazz

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

“Andre have a great tour. He explained the history and the hen took us to two venues where the band was outstanding. Thanks”

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12.New Orleans: Sunday Steamboat Jazz Cruise + Optional Brunch

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

“The boat was lovely. The food was delicious Really enjoyed it. The Jazz was really enjoyable. The only improvement I could suggest, is change the piped music getting on & off the boat, it was AWFUL!! Really loud & grated on me.”

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13.New Orleans City Tour and Steamboat Natchez Harbor Jazz Cruise

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.

“Katherine was a great guide. She was very informative. Didn't rush us through the cemetary part of tour or the Garden District.”

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14.New Orleans: ‘Court of Two Sisters’ Jazz Brunch Buffet

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 Jazz was excellent. The Food is Devine. The Customer Service, servers, table attendants, waiters are also amazing. we have gone there in the past 2 decades each time we visit.”

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15.Court of Two Sisters Live Jazz Brunch Buffet with Mimosa

Experience a delicious Creole buffet and live jazz at New Orleans’ Court of Two Sisters. Includes mimosas, courtyard views, and soulful tunes.

“Great seating areas… We were both disapointed in the food… catfish was overcooked dry and cold…I did say something eventually brought more but put the old on top the new… same problem Jazz was nice, service was ok Really not worth the price… would not…”

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