Savor the beauty and romance of New Orleans from the decks of the Steamboat Natchez! Cruise along the Mississippi River while enjoying live jazz music, a buffet dinner and gorgeous sights. This authentic paddle-wheel steamboat in New Orleans is one of only six still operating on the Mississippi River.
Not just a boat, the Steamboat Natchez is a time machine that fills its passengers with the romance and marvel of yesteryear! 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.
A sample dinner menu can be found in the Itinerary section below.
Please Note: The price displayed is based on the cruise only option.
This was a great tour, but definitely take this tour during the day as opposed to night. You cannot see much at night.
Review by: Ruth R, June 2018
Loved the riverboat dinner cruise. We had a group of about 20, great way to celebrate a special occasion with delicious food, lively music and fantastic friends. The Big Easy, all lit up at night, was a beautiful sight from the river. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
Review by: John B, May 2018
Great Show, meal was good
Review by: Margaret A, April 2018
A real must do in New Orleans. The music was great as was the buffet. Recommend selecting the earlier seating for dinner so you can enjoy the waterfront. would have liked to have somewhere to sit instead of standing in line for over 30 minutes while waiting to board I have a bad back.
Review by: Lucinda Y, April 2018
The Jazz music was good. Unfortunately it was cold on the deck. The information, as we went down the river, was interesting.
Review by: Jane B, April 2018
We really enjoyed the cruise. The Dukes of Dixieland were fantastic entertainment. The meal was great. The cruising on the Mississippi was great and the captain's commentary of the history was enlightening. Do it all over again.
Review by: Sarah E, April 2018
This tour was amazing!
Review by: Susan R, March 2018
Was a lot of fun cruising up and down the Mississippi listening to great music. She truly is a beautiful old boat.
Review by: Ronald W, March 2018
Good tour. Buffet was good but it was the usual thing. Music was entertaining and the cruise was lovely at night.
Review by: Tom Drury, March 2018
Really nice evening food was good but not great. Music and sunset were awesome. Toilets were in good condition but a long way to go to get to unless you were dining.
Review by: Harvey S, March 2018
Nice tour...
Review by: nitinacharya, March 2018
Great experience! Food was very good, as was the music. Bring something warm to wear for the evening cruise!
Review by: Jenny R, March 2018
The crew was nice and organized. The ride was a great way to see New Orleans in the evening. There was good live music and lots of seating outside. A wonderful way to spend a casual evening in a busy city.
Review by: Lorenext, March 2018
incredible!
Review by: Arthur G, March 2018
Great food and beautiful scenery!
Review by: collylfc, March 2018
Did not know what to expect, but well worth experiencing this trip would definitely recommend
Review by: jacqueline w, March 2018
we had a great time
Review by: SaDonna R, February 2018
The night time cruise and dinner was fantastic! The jazz band that played was so good, I thought the singer sounded like we had Harry Connick, Jr. Singing for us! The meal was very good, although, I wish it had been more New Orleans fare, but it was still a good meal. There are so many places in New Orleans to find authentic food, it really wasnt a disappointment. We ate the later dinner time which was better to me, as we had time to wander the decks, and see the lights coming on in the city, as well as see the fog as it crept in once it was dark.
Review by: kslaveck, February 2018
This was a fun couple of hours. We did not have the dinner part of the cruise, so I can not comment on that. The staff were all friendly. I would recommend this to those wanting a break from the average trip.
Review by: John T, January 2018
Riverboat cruise was fun as was the music. The food was so-so.
Review by: TAGMG1969, January 2018
It was a cold night and as we came near to where we board the boat walking we heard what sounded like someone on the recorder over a loudspeaker playing some tunes - slightly out of tune. As we got closer we realised that it was actually someone on a keyboard on top of the ship playing the steam whistles ... very well done - was not great musically but a good laugh for us and appreciated the way in which this was done - and all in good humour._br/_ So all rugged up it was a cold snap at around 8 degrees Celsius or 46 degrees Fahrenheit we started our trip as one of the first on the ship. Had a look around - got a few photos and then a drink ... their mixed drinks with rum were actually very nice - and not as strong as I was expecting ... but certainly warmed you up._br/_ We then went to the dining room for a 7:45pm sitting - food was quite nice although pretty simple. Jazz bank playing in the background was VERY good._br/_ All over - glad we did it - but can now tick it off the list.
Review by: Jack A, December 2017
Excellent Jazz and Dinner for the price
Review by: KEVIN C, December 2017
So Cool. Band was great as was the food.
Review by: Chandran A, December 2017
A lovely overall experience- the booking, the boarding, the music, the cruise, and the food. Very well organized and well worth the money. Not to be missed if you're visiting New Orleans.
Review by: will r, December 2017
Great boat ride, This tour only needs more ca jun and creole foods
Review by: Maria Tollefson, December 2017
Fabulous evening. Good food music and a great way to enjoy the city.
Review by: Michael B, December 2017
Pleasant cruise. Good music, reasonable food. Boat looked a bit dated. But overall an enjoyable evening.
Review by: Jacqueline B, December 2017
Excellent tour for any occasion. This trip was for my birthday and my husband and I enjoyed every minute ...there is food and music on board. Great way to experience the Mississippi
Review by: pamgiles49, November 2017
We loved the ride on the Steamboat and my husband particularly loved the tour of the engine room and the antique engine. The buffet was delicious the the wait staff very efficient. We had a very pleasant conversation also with a nice couple in the bar area while we waited for our seating time.
Review by: Evan S, November 2017
The highlight of our trip. The jazz group were wonderful. The meal was great and the atmosphere superb.
Review by: William D, November 2017
Maybe a local cajun buffet would have been great.
Review by: hilda g, November 2017
Wonderful enjoyed every minute food, atmosphere,weather just everything it was brilliant !!!!
Review by: Gerald L, November 2017
The food was really good and the jazz was great!
Review by: IMDE_IM, November 2017
It was ok
Review by: Julianne C, November 2017
One of the highlights of our trip! We loved it, the kids loved it. It’s great for any age. The food was fresh and very good! I would definitely recommend this tour while in New Orleans!!!!
Review by: Maurice O, November 2017
This is an iconic trip on a historic boat on an important waterway. The boat is wonderful - apreciated the opportunity to visit the engine room. The meal could be improved.
Review by: Avron H, November 2017
Nice ride down the Mississippi and viewing the sites along the shore. We did not do dinner and I’m glad we didn’t because it looked very average and was expensive. You could do better at a restaurant in the city which is well known. The small Dixieland combo was entertaining
Review by: Sigridur Arna A, November 2017
We loved the music and the beautful sunset this was a lovely Jazz Dinner Cruise and really worth doing.
Review by: Lauren S, October 2017
Even over 2 years later, we still talk about how much fun this tour was. The band was great, the food was pretty darn good and plentiful, and the river beautiful.
Review by: ELIZABETH R, October 2017
Enjoyed being on the cruise, too dark to see anything, food average, jazz band played one hour in beginning and maybe 20-30 min at end. They were good would have like to hear more. I would do in the day next time and eat at a restaurant.
Review by: Terri P, October 2017
Very nice
Review by: Susan B, October 2017
We had a wonderful meal, a beautiful scenic ride, and sat at a front table to hear Dukes of Dixieland!! My only complaint was that my eyes were closed in the professional picture taken of us. Perhaps take 2 pictures and print the best one.
Review by: Carol R, October 2017
The sightseeing and photo opts were terrific.
Review by: Ann L, October 2017
We had a blast! Very fun!
Review by: Paul M, October 2017
I love giving 5 stars. The music was excellent. The night was good, and I must say for a smorgasburg style meal it was excellent. I recommend it as a night out in New Orleans.
Review by: Marilyn A, October 2017
This tour was very good the entertainment was exceptional the food was good but unfortunately our waiter was rude and very slow in returning with our change from 50 for 24 of drinks he very grudgingly returned with the change. We did tip him as is customary but not for the service.
Review by: Larry H, October 2017
We really enjoyed the cruise. The staff was friendly, the music was great and the meal was enjoyable. We would recommend increasing the length of the cruise to give the passengers more time to enjoy the music outside before having dinner. Worth the and time.
Review by: John T, October 2017
Very nice cruise, great jazz band, buffet dinner was good but a bit rushed to make way for the next sitting. It was a cold and windy night on the open top deck but plenty sheltered seating positions were provided. We would happily recommend the Natchez cruise to others. It was one of the highlights of our five day visit to New Orleans.
Review by: David C, October 2017
Amazing trip. We did the Dinner cruise and had a terrific time. Highly recommend this tour to everyone.
Review by: Ellen G, May 2017
Food was delicious. Music was great. But unexpectantly it was quite cold.
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