New Orleans City Tour and Steamboat Natchez Harbor Jazz Cruise
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
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Enjoy a fully narrated city tour of historic New Orleans, where you will visit the world famous French Quarter, Jackson Square, Audubon Park and even uncover the mysteries surrounding Voodoo. Then take to the waters for a cruise on the Mississippi River with the iconic Steamboat NATCHEZ. Enjoy an authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi. Come and discover New Orleans today!
The Steamboat NATCHEZ is taking some time off, but her sister vessel, the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will be taking her place. You’ll get the same authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi, enjoying traditional live jazz, craft cocktails, and all the beautiful New Orleans sites, while also exploring the newly renovated riverboat. Make sure you check out all four decks – the top deck view is a sight to see!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Tour vehicles are equipped for wheelchair storage. If wheelchairs collapse and fold, they can be placed in the storage compartment on the bus. If the wheelchair is a scooter, then special arrangements need to be made with the supplier for a handicap-accessible bus. This must be arranged 48 hours prior to tour date. Contact details will be on your voucher
If you wish to take both paddle and wheel tours on the same day, you must book the 9am departure
Tour vehicles are equipped for wheelchair storage. If wheelchairs collapse and fold, they can be placed in the storage compartment on the coach. If the wheelchair is a scooter, then special arrangements need to be made with the supplier for a handicap-accessible bus. This must be arranged 48 hours prior to tour date. Contact details will be on your voucher.
Our riverboats is wheelchair accessible. However, access to the top & bottom decks on the NATCHEZ are by stairs only. Please call us with any questions before finalizing your plans if you have questions on access or personal equipment.
Cruise is suitable for wheelchairs, but restrooms stalls are not wide enough to accommodate and there are no elevators on board.
Please Note: Should the Steamboat NATCHEZ become unavailable for her yearly Coast Guard inspections and/or general maintenance, all cruises during this time will take place on her sister vessel - the newly renovated Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
French Quarter
First enjoy a grand overview of New Orleans, dubbed ‘The City That Care Forgot,’ on this comprehensive sightseeing coach tour. Start in the world-famous French Quarter, a quaint, mysterious area where the sights and sounds abound.
Jackson Square
Visit historic Jackson Square, home of the Cabildo and Presbytere museums, St. Louis Cathedral and learn about the Baroness Pontalba, who built the first apartment homes in America.
What‘s Included
2-hour paddle wheeler boat cruise (2:30PM)
Stop at Cafe du Monde for beignets (own expense)
3-hour narrated motorcoach tour (10AM)
Gratuities
Lunch (own expense - based on availability)
Refreshments and souvenirs are available for purchase on boat
Options
11 AM Cruise + 2 PM City Tour
11 AM Start Time
10 AM City Tour + 2 PM Cruise
10 AM City Tour & 2 PM Cruise
Reviews
462 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great time
Imelda S,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you’re looking to get some history of New Orleans this is the tour to take. You get to see a good part of the city and the tour guide is very knowledgeable
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Malinda M,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Katherine was very knowledgeable and the food was fantastic..........................
Disappointing tour.
Thomas W,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The city tour was headed by tour guide Susan. At first she came across as very informative but as the tour progressed the information became an incessant, nonstop, outpouring of facts and figures that eventually went in one ear and out the other. Susan, take a breath, sometimes less is more. New Orleans doesn't actually have that many sights of any note and the tour was dragged out too long by looking at period houses of little interest. The cruise on the Natchez was also disappointing with little of interest on the river banks and the only consolation was being able to say you sailed a steamboat on the Mississippi.
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HorwoodComposer,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely perfect. Great narration with Harris. Everything was efficient and on time. Highly recommend this to any tourists. Worth the price.
Great City Tour
Marc G,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lesley and Dwayne were awesome! Lesley is very knowledgeable and great to listen to. The tour time was just the right length. The stop for beignets was a great treat.
Mark-twain
Douglas M,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Too cold to be outside on the outbound leg (return leg, with the wind, was better. The notation made the trip worthwhile, so many details and historical notes.
Funny and interesting
sroeller,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have done the city tour today and Michelle Mueller was our tour guide. She made the tour so much fun with her cheerful and friendly manner. The tour was so much fun, and she truly possessed detailed and in-depth knowledge of the city. Highly recommendable. Thank you, Michelle! Best, Cami
A long slow ride down the Mississippi
Sandi R,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The conductor and staff were great, the conductor was very knowledgeable about the history behind steamboats and the Mississippi River. My only issue was that it was a boring excursion. If you want a slow and relaxing time, then this is definitely the excursion for you. It just isn’t something I would do again.
New Orleans tour and steamboat
Shirley S,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide Michelle was so knowledgeable and helpful. I learned a lot and it wasn’t rushed but very comfortable. The steamboat might sic was great and so relaxing.
Pleasant way to pass some hours
josjon,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00A pleasant way to pass several hours in New Orleans. The music was the best thing about the cruise. I am not a fan of big crowds, so bear in mind your own preferences. The Natchez was in dry dock when we went; there was no advance notice that the other ship would be used. No opportunity was missed to urge folks to spend money - on drinks, food, gifts, photos... People weren't truly interested in hearing the captain's narrative, which was pretty informative, so it was hard to hear. I recommend you reserve directly with Gray Tours. Reserving through Trip Advisor (Viatour) meant that we were NOT advised in advance that the second part of the tour via bus was cancelled; luckily we were around the next day and were able to reschedule.
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