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Set sail on the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS for a two-hour Sunday brunch cruise featuring live jazz, vibrant city views, and rich Mississippi River history. A perfect blend of culture, relaxation, and riverside scenery.
Set sail on the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS for a two-hour Sunday brunch cruise featuring live jazz, vibrant city views, and rich Mississippi River history. A perfect blend of culture, relaxation, and riverside scenery.
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Operated by New Orleans Steamboat Company · New Orleans, Louisiana
Glide into the soulful rhythm of New Orleans aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS with the Sunday Sightseeing Jazz Cruise, a two-hour brunch journey along the mighty Mississippi River. Departing from Woldenberg Park, this authentic paddle-wheel steamboat rolls back the clock to an era when these vessels were the lifeblood of river trade, offering a distinctive vantage point on a city famed for its vibrant music scene and deep cultural roots.
New Orleans itself is a striking urban crucible where the Mississippi's broad waters meet centuries of history, marked by French Quarter balconies, stately oak-lined parks, and waterfront warehouses turned galleries. As the steamboat cruises past downtown’s skyline, passengers are immersed in live jazz performed by the Steamboat Stompers, conjuring the city’s legendary soundscape. The captain’s narration weaves tales of the city’s evolution—from colonial port city to jazz capital—bringing alive the stories that shaped the Big Easy’s character.
Guests can savor a buffet-style brunch accompanied by classic cocktails, beers, and wines available onboard, all while soaking in sweeping views from multiple decks, including the striking top deck with panoramic sightlines. Though the Steamboat NATCHEZ is on seasonal maintenance, the CITY of NEW ORLEANS guarantees the same authentic ambiance and charm, newly renovated for comfort. Whether seated indoors or on the open decks, this cruise blends leisure and discovery with the unmistakable pulse of New Orleans.
Ideal for travelers wanting to absorb the city’s outdoor spirit without the grind of hiking or biking, this trip offers a rare perspective on New Orleans’s waterfront and cultural heartbeat—all set to the soundtrack of live jazz and the flowing river beneath. It stands out as a unique way to connect with the geography and soul of one of America’s most storied cities.
easy.
2 hours.
No special physical fitness required; suitable for all ages and mobility levels with some stairs for top deck access.
Brunch is optional and available via an upgraded package; the basic ticket covers the cruise and live jazz performance.
Yes, the main decks are wheelchair accessible, but the top deck is only reachable by stairs.
Yes, a full bar with cocktails, beer, and wine is available for purchase during the cruise.
Children under 6 cruise free with a paid adult ticket; food and beverage costs apply separately.
Casual dress is suitable, but guests are welcome to dress up for a festive atmosphere.
Cruises operate rain or shine; in rare cases of cancellation, entertainment and meal service continue as scheduled.
Steamboat commerce steered New Orleans' growth in the 19th century, making the Mississippi a corridor of culture and trade.
The New Orleans Steamboat Company supports clean river initiatives to minimize ecological impact on the Mississippi's aquatic life.
New Orleans Steamboat Company operates historic riverboat cruises and guided excursions based in New Orleans, Louisiana. The company offers a range of Mississippi River sightseeing and jazz cruises aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS and seasonal sailings on the Steamboat NATCHEZ, plus swamp, plantation, walking, and specialty small-group tours. Cruise experiences include daytime and evening sightseeing jazz cruises with live music performed by the Dukes of Dixieland, multiple dinner seating options with Creole buffets or plated lunches, brunch sailings, seasonal party packages, and holiday-themed departures such as Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve events. Land-based offerings include swamp and airboat adventures, guided tours to Oak Alley and Whitney plantations, craft cocktail and cooking walking tours, cemetery and Garden District strolls, and interactive ghost and spirits walks in the French Quarter. Each trip description lists duration, meal options when applicable, live music or narration, and onboard amenities such as full-service bars and multiple observation decks. Local guides provide historical context about New Orleans, the Mississippi River, Jean Lafitte, and regional wetlands and wildlife on swamp and plantation tours. Many cruises feature live jazz and family-friendly programming; several airboat and swamp tours emphasize wildlife viewing opportunities. Bookings are arranged per listed trip schedules and seating times. As a long-established New Orleans operator featured by tour aggregators and known for narrated riverboat cruises, the company combines maritime tradition with local culture to deliver interpretive sightseeing and entertainment on and off the water. Public and private group bookings are available for many departures.
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