New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option
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3 hours
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Welcome aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ or Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS! PLEASE make sure you choose your vessel carefully at check out.
Ready for the ultimate New Orleans night out? Step aboard a classic riverboat for a dinner jazz cruise on the mighty Mississippi River — one of the most iconic things to do in New Orleans!
Hear stories of the Big Easy's rich history, sit back, relax and enjoy the New Orleans atmosphere as the smooth jazz of the world-acclaimed Dukes of Dixieland fills your ears. This 2-hour cruise from the heart of the French Quarter will take you along the graceful Mississippi River.
Savor a Creole-inspired buffet, sip handcrafted cocktails, and sway to live New Orleans jazz as the skyline sparkles around you. Whether it’s date night, a group outing, or your first trip to the Crescent City, this two-hour cruise brings all the NOLA magic — food, music, and views included. Book together to sit together! Don’t just visit New Orleans — cruise through it in style.
Additional Info
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
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 riverboat is handicap accessible. However, access to the top & bottom decks are by stairs only. Please call before finalizing your plans if you have questions on access or personal equipment.
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.
Contact local operator for groups of 15 or more. Different rates apply.
Check Your Ticket - Jazz Cruises are Aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ or Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS
What To Expect
French Quarter
Head to Toulouse Street in the French Quarter at your selected time for your evening jazz cruise.
Mississippi River
Cruise along the Mississippi River and let the Steamboat Natchez whisk you away with its atmosphere and ambiance, with everything from a museum- quality Engine Room to the ship's orders being called over an old-time megaphone. This evening jazz cruise is a great way to experience New Orleans' beauty and culture. As you steam ahead, soak in breathtaking views of the city skyline while enjoying a New Orleans cultural experience – a live jazz performance performed by the New Orleans band Dukes of Dixieland, a Grammy nominee. Enjoy dining inside or outside on a delectable Louisiana-style buffet dinner including prime rib, chicken, pasta and salad. Two separate dining times give you the flexibility to enjoy the evening at your own pace. Please Note: The price displayed is based on the cruise only option. Cruise with dinner option must be selected in order to confirm that your cruise includes the meal.
Options
Riverboat CITY OF NEW ORLEANS
7:45pm Dinner Seating Included: This cruise is aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS (sister vessel to the Steamboat NATCHEZ). Boards at 6:00pm: Cruises 7:00pm - 9:00pm Vessel type: Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS (sister vessel to the Steamboat NATCHEZ) departs from 101 St Louis Street. Starting point: City of New Orleans Riverboat, 101 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Steamboat NATCHEZ - 6pm Dinner
6pm Dinner Seating Included: Board vessel at 5:45PM. Please enter the dining room at 6PM for dinner. Vessel departs the dock at 7PM. Vessel type: Takes place on the Steamboat NATCHEZ Starting point: Steamboat NATCHEZ - Official Site, 400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Riverboat Cruise - 6:00 Dinner
6pm Dinner Seating Included: This cruise is aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS (sister vessel to the Steamboat NATCHEZ). Departs 101 St Louis St Boards at 5:45pm: Please enter the dining room at 6:00pm for dinner. Vessel departs the dock at 7:00pm and returns at 9:00pm. Vessel type: Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS (sister vessel to the Steamboat NATCHEZ) - 101 St Louis Street Starting point: City of New Orleans Riverboat, 101 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Riverboat Cruise - No Meal
Sightseeing Cruise - No Meal: Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS (sister vessel to the Steamboat NATCHEZ). Meal not included. Departs 101 St Louis St Board from 6:00pm - 7:00pm: Cruises 7:00pm - 9:00pm Vessel type: Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS (sister vessel to the Steamboat NATCHEZ). Meal not included. Departs 101 St Louis St Starting point: City of New Orleans Riverboat, 101 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Steamboat NATCHEZ - No Meal
Vessel type: Takes place on the Steamboat NATCHEZ Sightseeing Cruise - No Meal: Board the vessel anytime between 6-7 PM she departs the dock at 7PM and returns at 9PM. Starting point: Steamboat NATCHEZ - Official Site, 400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Steamboat NATCHEZ-7:45 Dinner
7:45PM Dinner Seating Included: Board the vessel anytime between 6-7 PM she departs the dock at 7PM and returns at 9PM. Dinner is served at 7:45PM. Vessel type: Takes place on the Steamboat NATCHEZ Starting point: Steamboat NATCHEZ - Official Site, 400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
What‘s Included
Enclosed climate-controlled area
Live narration of the history of New Orleans and the Mississippi River
Calliope Concert
Entertainment by the Grammy Nominated Dukes of Dixieland or New Orleans Jazz - Schedule Varies
Southern style dinner buffet (if option selected)
Restroom on board
Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7,954 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don’t miss this New Orleans experience
Lou A,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I give the experience a 5 even though it started out closer to a 2 because of the absolute chaos trying to figure out where to line up at the beginning. It’s odd they haven’t figured out a more orderly way for people to know where to line up before the gates open. Other than this, once on the Natchez we were seated for the buffet at 6 pm. Usually I’m not a fan of buffets, but this one was quite good. There were plenty of choices - seafood pasta, red beans and rice, fried chicken, roast beef etc all quite good. We were “kicked out” after an hour to make way for the next dinner seating. By now the best seats near the band were taken, as well as seats on the port side. We found seats on the starboard side, but as the Natchez heads upstream the captain is narrating about the sights on the PORT side of the ship so we missed all that stuff. As the Natchez returns to its dock, the New Orleans skyline is beautiful to see and makes the tour worth it just for this.
steamboat matches jazz dinner cruise
Voyage53837810184,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00the narration was very informative and entertaining and the food was much better than I thought it would be it was very delicious. it was an awesome relaxing Cruise on the Mississippi and the music was great
Dukes of Dixieland were...
Kenneth T,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dukes of Dixieland were very good and played 2 sets on our tour. Sightseeing was nice, but got better when dark. The bridge lit up in red was very cool. We found that you don't need to show up at 5:45 and sit in the heat. The boat didn't leave till 7. 6:30 would have been fine, if you don't add the dinner.
River Boat Fun
timgR8229JT,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The food was pretty good. Several bars. The music was pretty decent if you like jazz. I think it’s more about the experience riding on a river boat. It’s worth it in my opinion.
Cemetery tour
Debra H,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was so hot but we enjoyed the tour. Our guide was Zelda. She was excellent and kept us entertained with her knowledge and humor
Do the Cruse NOT the Dinner.
Dee D,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The Boat Cruse was wonderful. Band was great. The Staff was very Friendly and helpful. Do the cruse but not the Dinner. The Dinner was Bland and the Meat very Tough. Dinner was not even close for the cost. The Steam Organ while waiting was very Cool but so loud it Hurt. So Many people in line holding there ears. I am hard of Hearing and it hurt.
Absolutely Memorable
Sharlene P,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time and enjoy all scenery and food.will do it again and recommend to family and friends
Nice experience - besides dinner
noellat721,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Narration and view of the Mississippi River was great, as was the live jazz band. However, both me and my boyfriend experienced food poisoning from the dinner. Would recommend booking without the option for dinner.
Avoid! Nor for large groups! Avoid!
LaFonya J,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00It was an awful and disappointing time from the start. They were not ready to receive a large group. We were there for our family reunion a group of 65. They had our numbers incorrect and wanted us to pay for people we already paid for 😠. Although we were there earlier and confirmed our numbers several times weeks before the cruise it still took extensive discussions and time at the steamboat cruise getting our paid Viator confirmed numbers correct and they had to print tickets for each person in my group and also for the babies under 6 months. The communication and coordination between the cruise line and the third party (Greylines) provider was poor, confusing and unorganized. Very disappointing 😞. Many family member only had about 10 minutes to eat from the buffet in the dinning room 😕. Diffently not worth the high dinner price. We paid over $5500 for 62 not including 3 babies under 6 months.
Not for large group! Avoid this tour!
laf0nyaj,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00It was an awful and disappointing time from the start. They were not ready to receive a large group. We were there for our family reunion a group of 65. They had our numbers incorrect and wanted us to pay for people we already paid for 😠. Although we were there earlier and confirmed our numbers several times weeks before the cruise it still took extensive discussions and time at the steamboat cruise getting our paid Viator confirmed numbers correct and they had to print tickets for each person in my group and also for the babies under 6 months. The communication and coordination between the cruise line and the third party (Greylines) provider was poor, confusing and unorganized. Very disappointing 😞. Many family member only had about 10 minutes to eat from the buffet in the dinning room 😕. Diffently not worth the high dinner price. We paid well over $5500 for our group of 62 plus 3 under 6 months.
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