Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Cruise into a brilliant and romantic sunset aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen! Underneath enchanting skyline views enjoy the lively sounds from Sullivan Dabney, Jr. and the Muzik Jazz band while delighting your taste buds with a deliciously prepared Creole-styled meal (if option is chosen). Grab one or two classic New Orleans cocktails inside at the bar, then take a stroll outside along elegantly designed wrought iron trimmed railings for a night full of stars and warm banter. Become part of the city's unique energy and let the sweet Mississippi River breeze sweep you off your senses onto the dance floor atop our promenade deck for a night full of pure New Orleans magic.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Print out your receipt/confirmation email and bring to ticket booth for redemption

No outside food or beverages are allowed on board.

Bags are checked before boarding the vessel to ensure safety during the cruise.

Subject to favorable weather conditions. If altered or canceled due to poor weather, cruise may remain dockside in the event of unfavorable sailing conditions.

Due to limited capacity, refund requests made less than 24 hours prior to departure will NOT be considered. This includes missing the attraction for any reason. However, your ticket is transferable and valid for up to one year.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Jazz Entertainment

Creole Buffet (if option selected at checkout)

2-Hour Mississippi River Cruise

Gratuities

Alcoholic Beverages (Available for Purchase)

Coffee, Tea, and Soda (Available for Purchase)

What To Expect

Mississippi River

Boarding time is 6:30 p.m and and lasts until the boat cruises promptly at 7:00 pm. Cruising duration is 2 hours, ending at 9:00 p.m. During your cruise, Jazz will play throughout the night while the sun sets and stars begin to illuminate behind southern clouds. Indulge in a delicious Creole Dinner Buffet in a richly appointed dining room designed with plush Victorian style draperies and soft period lighting. Menu items may include: red beans and rice, jambalaya, Cajun Seafood Pasta, Cajun Braised Beef Brisket, Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, our signature White Chocolate Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce, and more! Make sure to grab a drink at our bar made of Louisiana cypress and adorned with brass railings for a warm and inviting setting. Then take the stairs to our promenade deck for a night to remember. Let the sweet breeze from the Mighty Mississippi intoxicate your senses while you dance the night away among the stars.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Jazz Dinner Cruise

Includes Creole Buffet

Jazz Cruise Only

Does not include Creole Buffet

Reviews

4.13

1,436 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

815

272

170

Good food, great music and vibe
Sarah D,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This experience was excellent! Everything was top notch. All the staff were friendly and welcoming, the food was excellent, drinks were reasonably priced and the band was amazing. We especially liked that they weren’t too loud, but provided just the right ambience. We would 100% do this again and had the best time.
Excellent paddleboat tour
Gail D,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This paddleboat tour was worthy every penny. We went down the Mississippi to a national park battlefield and learned more about the battle of 1812. Charles was the narrator on the ship and kept us entertained both ways. Drinks are available Enjoyed the afternoon ride with family.
Not the best
Carol B,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00
The cruise itself was ok nice ride and some scenery jazz band was entertaining. The dining room was freezing so much so the food was cold. Food was tasty but with it only being lukewarm it wasn’t very enjoyable
Great trip
Gary L,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very nice night cruise down the Mississippi. Staff was very friendly and the jazz band was enjoyable.
Date night
elizabethvL5120OO,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I opted for the dinner package and happy that we did. The bar offered one the best Hurricanes I have had. Overall a lovely night.
Perfect evening
Stay67609312869,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Perfect evening spent on the boat. Food excellent. Music just so good. Thank you all for such a lovely evening the whole group loved it
Be early, not on time.
Heidi M,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
Information not shared with us via email, texted updates, phone call confirmation, or upon arrival. Know to be, at the least, 30 minutes early. Boats will leave without you. Know the dinner is downstairs. Food was really good, but ran out of salad upon our exact time arrival.
Memorable Creole Queen cruise
Matthew L,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Unique experience. Great jazz band. Tasty buffet food. Friendly staff. Easy booking online via viator.
Fun times
LLOYD H,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We throughly enjoyed the meal, music and experience cruising on the river in an old style river boat
Lovely Cruise
Carolyn T,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Really enjoyed our boat cruise. It was a lovely night and the music was great. Lovely old boat. It would be nice if there was small amount of information about the Mississippi and the lit up bridge at some stage on the tour. We chose not to eat on the cruise so can’t comment on the meal.