Soulful Jazz Brunch: Iconic Steamboat Natchez NOLA Cruise
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On this Sunday brunch cruise, travel along the Mississippi River while enjoying live jazz music and savoring a lovely buffet brunch, if option selected. Otherwise, sit inside in one of our elegantly appointed decks or sit outside on one of our outdoor decks and enjoy the sites and breezes of the Mississippi River. This authentic paddle-wheel riverboat will whisk you away to the romance and ambiance of yesteryear. 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! Upgrade your ticket to include the brunch buffet.
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Sherry_S, 12/8/2025 11:55:00 AM
Crew and staff very courteous and helpful, you must experience the brunch, food was plentiful and delicious, narration good, and the jazz was great!!!
Katherine_M, 12/2/2025 12:42:53 AM
Good trip & the dining room staff was very attentive. The brunch itself was pretty basic. It could use more local flavors. We missed most of the narrative as it began while we were still eating at a table without a view.
Katy_G, 11/17/2025 2:22:43 PM
So fun! Food was great, information was interesting, and the music was awesome! I would definitely do this again!
Dana_G, 11/10/2025 11:13:13 AM
Great experience with lots of history incorporated.. Good food at brunch and snack bar food/drinks) We really enjoyed the live jazz band and the steam organ.
Inspire39533949624, 11/9/2025 8:41:22 PM
Food was good and the ship was fun. It is very industrial along most of the ride and I had hoped to see more variety of environment
Gloria_C, 11/3/2025 10:19:15 AM
It was a nice experience, food and service was good, but music could have been better. It's named "Jazz" Cruise but should indicate specific that it's Dixieland Jazz.
Connector281588, 11/2/2025 9:10:21 PM
Enjoyed the cruising the most as it was a beautiful day. The buffet was a little disappointing. It was a rather small buffet with limited choices. No egg dishes, but it had spinach?! The "desserts" were store bought rolls-2 choices only. Coffee and water were part of the brunch, but no other drinks, not even breakfast juices. We had to pay $3.50 each for a small plastic cup of orange juice. For some reason, we never got a bowl of gumbo like the other diners. Servers were going around giving everyone a bowl at their table. Unfortunately, we were missed. We did not go back for seconds. Overall the food we did eat was good, not exceptional, but still tasty. A mixed experience but basically a positive experience.
Krista_M, 11/2/2025 2:49:20 PM
Good Food & Great Music! Went with girlfriends for a 50th birthday trip. We all had a great time! Thank you!
M2775NFaw, 10/29/2025 3:44:52 PM
The indoor dining room was spotless and service was excellent.. Buffet food. Ok. Nothing special except the cinnamon rolls which were yummy! Lots of choices if you like spicy food Jazz band.. Was inside the dining room but sound wasn't clear.. When we went out on deck sound system didn't project well so we really didn't get to enjoy the jazz part of the jazz brunch that much. Tour guide as we went on the cruise.. Lots of information but once again poor sound system so we couldn't get all the information. Hard to understand at times It was something different to do so would recommend people try it once.
Barb_Y, 10/29/2025 11:27:49 AM
We had a great time on the Natchez Riverboat Cruise with brunch. The cruise was very good & informative and the food was excellent! Would suggest this cruise to any visiting New Orleans!
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat.
- The tour cruises rain or shine, however the cruise may be cancelled due to severe or dangerous weather conditions.
- Anyone looking to book a group of 15 or more should contact the booking site directly. Different rates apply.
- From November 2025 - March 2026, the Steamboat NATCHEZ will operate all Daytime Jazz Cruises and the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will operate all Evening and Sunday Brunch Jazz Cruises.
Departure point
Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River, just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Please arrive 15 minutes before boarding begins.Return details
On this Sunday brunch cruise, travel along the Mississippi River while enjoying live jazz music and savoring a lovely buffet brunch, if option selected. Otherwise, sit inside in one of our elegantly appointed decks or sit outside on one of our outdoor decks and enjoy the sites and breezes of the Mississippi River. This authentic paddle-wheel riverboat will whisk you away to the romance and ambiance of yesteryear. 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! Upgrade your ticket to include the brunch buffet.Redemption
Please note that both the New Orleans Steamboat Company and Gray Line New Orleans share the 'Lighthouse' ticket office @ 400 Toulouse Street. We recommend you arrive at 10:45am for the 11am boarding and 1:45pm for the 2pm boarding. From November 2025 - March 2026, the Steamboat NATCHEZ will operate all Daytime Jazz Cruises and the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will operate all Evening Dinner and Sunday Brunch Jazz Cruises. 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.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund