easy
2 hours
No special fitness level required; suitable for all ages and mobility levels.
Step aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS for a two-hour dinner cruise featuring Creole cuisine and live jazz along the Mississippi. Savor authentic flavors and skyline views with the Dukes of Dixieland.
All Ages • 2 Hour Cruise • Includes Meal, 3 Cocktails/Adult, Lagniappe Items & A Treat
Experience the magic of New Orleans on a two-hour Dinner Jazz Cruise aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS. Enjoy a delicious Creole buffet, live jazz by the Dukes of Dixieland, and stunning views of the Mississippi River. This unique journey combines rich history, vibrant music, and unforgettable scenery.
Boarding Time: 6:00pm Dockside: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Cruising: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Please note, we have two dinner seatings You are currently booking the first Dinner Seating starting at 6:00pm and ending at 7:15pm
Upgrade your dining experience with our optional ""party package experience"" - includes a meal, a reserved and decorated dining table, three alcoholic beverages for adults (unlimited soda & juice for anyone under 21), lanigappe items, and a special sweet treat!
Savor the beauty and romance of the New Orleans skyline aboard the Dinner Jazz Cruise. The Steamboat NATCHEZ decks, engine room, and bars will be open for your enjoyment either before or after dinner depending upon your seating time. Included in the Dinner Jazz ticket price is the cruise, buffet dinner, and entertainment by the Dukes of Dixieland Jazz trio. Gratuities and alcoholic beverages are not included in the ticket price.
Includes:
Upgrade your cruise experience with our ""Party Package"" which includes a two-hour cruise, Dinner Buffet (1st seating option), three alcoholic beverages from our special drink menu (unlimited soft drinks and juice for children), a decorated reserved table in an air-conditioned dining room, and a sweet treat.
This cruise includes two dinner seatings; booking the 6pm seating ensures you maximize the evening ambiance and meal service.
Casual attire works, but feel free to dress up to match the festive atmosphere of the jazz cruise.
Arriving before boarding gives you time to take in panoramic views from the upper decks and snap photos of the New Orleans skyline.
The vessel is wheelchair accessible, but top deck access is by stairs only; call ahead if you have mobility concerns.
Steamboats once powered New Orleans’ economy and culture, making river cruises a living connection to the city’s 19th-century river trade heritage.
New Orleans Steamboat Company emphasizes minimizing environmental impact by adhering to clean boating practices and protecting Mississippi River ecosystems.
Evenings can cool quickly on the river, so bring an extra layer for comfort.
fall specific
Capture the scenic views and lively jazz performances during the cruise.
Evenings near the river may have mosquitoes; repellent enhances comfort.
summer specific
Non-slip shoes are advised for navigating the decks safely.