New Orleans 75-Minute Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

3.9
(34 reviews)
New Orleans, USA

1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS for a 75-minute, family-friendly Mississippi River Cruise! Enjoy live Captain’s narration as you glide past iconic French Quarter landmarks, historic riverfront sites, and breathtaking city views, bringing the Crescent City’s 300+ years of history to life.

Sip and relax at one of the full-service bars onboard, including the City Skyline Bar on Deck 4, where you can enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of the river and downtown New Orleans. A snack bar is also available, serving popcorn, sodas, and other classic favorites for a fun, casual treat. Perfect for families, friends, and couples, come experience the heart and history of “The Big Easy” aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS.

What's Included

Snack Bar Onboard
Full Service Bars on Every Deck
75-Minute Sightseeing Cruise
Views of Crescent City Connection Bridge, and Algiers Point Neighborhood
Photo Ops Galore
View of New Orleans French Quarter, Jackson Square, and St Louis Cathedral
Live Captain's Narration
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Parking

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please display your barcoded voucher as your ticket 15 minutes prior to your scheduled boarding time at 101 Saint Louis Street, New Orleans, LA 70130, directly behind JAX Brewery. Our hosts will be stationed outside the vessel to greet guests and scan tickets prior to boarding.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS is the newest paddlewheel to the New Orleans Riverfront and sister ship of the Steamboat NATCHEZ.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • French Quarter (Pass by)

    Located in the heart of the French Quarter near Jackson Square, below the Steamboat NATCHEZ. Make your way past fern filled cast iron balconies, on your way to the Toulouse Street wharf, as the sounds of her calliope steam whistle echo through the historic French Quarter, drawing you to her as it did 100 years ago.

    Admission ticket free
  • St. Louis Cathedral (Pass by)

    Enjoy views of the St Louis Cathedral at Jackson Square.

    Admission ticket free
  • Jackson Square (Pass by)

    Pass by scenic Jackson Square.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    View the bridge from the Mississippi.

    Admission ticket free
  • Audubon Aquarium (Pass by)

    Pass by the Aquarium of the Americas.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by the Audubon Insectarium.

    Admission ticket free
  • Mardi Gras World (Pass by)

    Pass Mardi Gras World.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    View Caesars Casino.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by New Orleans riverfront park.

    Admission ticket free
  • New Orleans (Pass by)

    View New Orleans from the Mississippi River.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Gray Line New Orleans

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Tags

Day Cruises
Water Tours
Sightseeing Cruises
Food & Drink
Carnival

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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