Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Options
Jazz Cruise Only
Does not include Creole Buffet
Jazz Dinner Cruise
Includes Creole Buffet
Reviews
1,384 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
David M,
Sep 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00My wife is in a wheelchair. The staff bent over backwards helping me get her on the boat & up and down the stairs to the dining room. The food was good & contained about everything I expected on the buffet. The jazz band was excellent. We really enjoyed listening to them.
Nice cruise with mediocre food
Carol A,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
3.00Boarding was easy except for the mamdatory picture that they tried to sell back to you for $25. Jazz combo was great. It was on the top deck where there was no bar or wait staff. Drinks were two flights down. Food was lukewarm and not well spiced. I make better Jambalaya and I'm from Oregon. No dessert. River cruise was pleasant. The city at night is beautiful.
Wonderful food,...
Colleen M,
Sep 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful food, atmosphere (music was AMAZING), and wait staff. Would absolutely recommend as part of your vacation.
We’ve been to New Orleans...
Linda B,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00We’ve been to New Orleans several times and have never taken the paddle wheel boat cruise. This was our anniversary and we decided it would be a great way to spend it. The employees were very helpful and fun. The food was great. It was a beautiful evening listening to live music while cruising along!! It was a such a fun experience and a perfect way to spend our anniversary.!
It was a delightful...
Susan G,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a delightful evening spent on the Mississippi. The jazz was great to listen to and the band played very well. People were relaxed and friendly after their buffet meal. The bridge and city lights provided wonderful photo opportunities both as the sun set and after dark.
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Operated by New Orleans Paddlewheels Inc.