Jazz Brunch Cruise in New Orleans

4.2/5 (944 reviews) New Orleans from Gray Line New Orleans
  • Duration2 hours
  • Max Travelers30 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryArt Tours, Brunch

Overview

Welcome aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ or Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS!

Our scenic and lively New Orleans jazz brunch cruise features authentic Creole cuisine and a full bar with handcrafted cocktails available for purchase. Enjoy the soulful sounds of live jazz by the Steamboat Stompers while taking in breathtaking views of the Mississippi River and the New Orleans riverfront.

Cruise along the Mississippi River as you enjoy live jazz and, if selected, a delicious buffet brunch. Relax indoors in elegantly appointed seating or step outside onto open-air decks to take in the sights and river breezes. This authentic paddlewheel riverboat experience transports you to the romance and charm of yesteryear. Upgrade your ticket to include the brunch buffet for the full experience!

What's included

  • 2 Hour Paddle-wheel Boat Cruise 11:30-1:30 or 2:30-4:30

  • Live Jazz Entertainment

  • Enclosed climate controlled areas

  • Restroom on board

  • Brunch (if option selected)

What's Not included

  • Gratuities

  • Alcohol (available for purchase)

Itinerary

  • Head to the French Quarter at your selected time for your 2-hour Sunday brunch cruise.

  • Board the riverboat that will take you on an old-time ride along the Mississippi River.

  • The vessel has everything from a museum-quality engine room to a megaphone to call the ship's orders. Brunch is served buffet-style and includes tossed salad, chicken and sausage gumbo, rice, grits, crescent city eggs, pain perdu (French toast,) turkey sausage patties, O'Brien potatoes, creole creamed spinach, croissants, fruit salad, bananas foster, vanilla ice cream, and white chocolate bread pudding.

  • Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS, if this option is selected will be the vessel for your dinner jazz cruise.

Good to know

  • 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 adultu2019s 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.

  • Check Your Ticket - Jazz Cruises are Aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ or Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS

  • **Important for Groups of 10+** Parties of 10 or more guests require physical tickets for boarding. Please check in with our Lighthouse Ticket Office prior to boarding to receive your tickets. Please allow extra time for check-in.

  • All cruises November 2, 2026 - January 31, 2027 will be aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS

Cancellation Policy

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

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

Reviews

4.2/5 944 reviews

From$43.50

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