Sightseeing Cruises

Steamboat NATCHEZ Evening Jazz Cruise with Dinner

4.6/5(348)

Dana G

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

OMG, what a delight absolutely perfect evening. The boat was incredible. Oldest steam paddleboat still working under steam. The music was beautiful Jazz. Beginning to end it did not cease to amaze us. The food was absolutly incredible. Very informative from learning we were in the deepest part of the Mighty Mississippi River. Staff was exceptional. After 1000's of trips to NOLA & listening to that music from our room all day & night I thought it was a recording but NO there is truly a man up top playing it by hand. We have a new favorite go to inNOLA now. We will definitely be back for another beautiful evening. Worth every single penny it cost. 10☆'s perfect

Zachary M

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The dining experience was incredible. Delicious food - the seafood pasta and gumbo was my favorite - the atmosphere was a trip back in time (with air conditioning). I recommend eating dinner first while docked so when the boat takes off, you're free to roam about to see the engine room, the river, and the band on the top floor, which was excellent. Everything about the evening was fantastic. The next time we travel to New Orleans, we will definitely be having dinner on the Natchez again.

Jeffrey D

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

This was a buckets list check off. To go on an actual steam driven paddle boat on the Mississippi River. What a great evening. The live music was phenomenal the food was outstanding. The views spectacular. Highly recommend this and will do it again!! Thank you!

Kathleen B

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Absolutely the best night enjoyed by all. We celebrated my dad's 80th with great food, drinks, and wonderful music ! We enjoyed the sights and danced the night away ! Highly recommend for a fun time.

Heather P

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

We had a lovely time! The dinner was delicious. I highly recommend the Cajun creamed spinach. Our server, Milton was wonderful. So friendly. The music was top notch. All in all a great experience.

Dawne D

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We took the cruise to celebrate our Dad's 75th birthday. It was perfect! The music was great, the food was delicious, and the views of New Orleans in the evening were amazing!

Spend an evening aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ, cruising along the Mississippi River as New Orleans’ illuminated skyline and riverfront reflect across the water.

Set the mood before departure with a live Calliope concert at the dock, followed by a Dixieland jazz performance on board that brings the sounds of New Orleans to your dinner cruise.

Enjoy live narration from a local guide as you sail, combining riverfront sightseeing with stories about the city’s history and culture. Relax on the open-air decks or head indoors between musical performances.

Savor a buffet dinner featuring Creole classics and local delicacies, with onboard bars adding to the relaxed atmosphere.

Choose your preferred dinner seating, with a 6pm first seating or a 7:45pm second seating, depending on the option selected, to fit your evening plans.

Enhance your cruise with optional drinks or a festive celebration package, including three cocktails from a seasonal menu for adults or unlimited juice, soft drinks, and water for children.

Creole dinner with local delicacies (see the full menu here)

Evening steamboat cruise

Live narration by a local guide

Live Calliope concert before boarding

Live Dixieland Jazz performance on the cruise

6pm dinner seating (as per option selected)

7:45pm dinner seating (as per option selected)

3 cocktails from a seasonal cocktail menu (as per option selected)

Unlimited juice, soft drinks, and water for children (as per option selected)

Gratuites

Additional beverages (available for purchase onboard)

Hotel pickup/drop-offs

TOTAL DURATION2 hours - 3 hours
1 Boarding point
Steamboat NATCHEZ, 400 Toulouse Street, New Orleans
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Sights covered
French Quarter
Chalmette Battlefield
Crescent City Connection
St. Louis Cathedral
Old US Mint
US Custom House
Audubon Aquarium
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Jennifer O
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The food and service was good, little disappointed we had the 6pm dinner and sat at the dock while eating. would have liked to know that was what we were paying for. I don't recall reading that part in the description of the dinner " cruise" but I could be wrong.
David L
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The food was really good. Service was good. The steamboat was smooth. Weather was good. All around an excellent 3 hours. Will definitely do again.
Dana G
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
OMG, what a delight absolutely perfect evening. The boat was incredible. Oldest steam paddleboat still working under steam. The music was beautiful Jazz. Beginning to end it did not cease to amaze us. The food was absolutly incredible. Very informative from learning we were in the deepest part of the Mighty Mississippi River. Staff was exceptional. After 1000's of trips to NOLA & listening to that music from our room all day & night I thought it was a recording but NO there is truly a man up top playing it by hand. We have a new favorite go to inNOLA now. We will definitely be back for another beautiful evening. Worth every single penny it cost. 10☆'s perfect
Zachary M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The dining experience was incredible. Delicious food - the seafood pasta and gumbo was my favorite - the atmosphere was a trip back in time (with air conditioning). I recommend eating dinner first while docked so when the boat takes off, you're free to roam about to see the engine room, the river, and the band on the top floor, which was excellent. Everything about the evening was fantastic. The next time we travel to New Orleans, we will definitely be having dinner on the Natchez again.
Gwen G
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Great seating in dining hall an upper deck where the band played. Loved the view of the city as the boat cruised. Was expecting more African American or African Decent as waiters and waitresses. The food was good, and on a average of a 7 points. Overall good experience for my husband, friends and I's first experience on the Sreamboat Cdinner cruise in new Orleans.

What’s not allowed

Dietary limitations: The menu isn’t recommended if you have gluten-sensitive disorders.

Special diets: Separate vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-sensitive meals can’t be prepared.

Additional information

Menu preparation: All buffet items are prepared in a common kitchen for all guests.

Gluten precautions: Steps are taken to reduce exposure to airborne gluten, but traces may remain.

Diet guidance: Staff can suggest items without meat or animal products for vegan or vegetarian preferences.

Vessel note: Your cruise operates on either Steamboat NATCHEZ or Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS.

Dinner seatings: Dinner seatings are at 6pm or 7:45pm, depending on the option you select.

Party package: A party package is available if this option is selected at booking.

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