The Steamboat Natchez is the last authentic steamboat on the Mississippi River. You depart right from the French Quarter Dock in New Orleans for a great cruise up the Mississippi River.
Steamboat Natchez -New Orleans
You can choose to enjoy a cruise with meals included or just enjoy the cruise. There is live music from the Dukes of Dixieland. The Dukes of Dixieland is a Grammy-nominated group that plays amazing jazz music.
We had the opportunity to enjoy a day cruise on the Steamboat Natchez and it was fantastic. Even on a rainy foggy day in New Orleans, it was so much fun. We enjoyed some lovely cocktails and watching the shoreline go by from the comfort of one of the lounges onboard.
Did I mention it was just a tad bit foggy! As the Steamboat Natchez moved up the Mississippi our visibility was a bit interesting at times. We were so impressed with the boat captain!
The Steamboat Natchez has ample covered area for unexpected showers that you may encounter depending on what time of year you cruise. The gift shop also had rain ponchos which many guests were happy to find during our cruise.
Make sure and explore the trip during your visit. It was so much fun checking out the different sections of the Steamboat Natchez. We tried to cruise upriver looking to the east and back down looking to the west. That way we got to see as many of the sites as we could.
Steam is the sole means of forward and reverse propulsion for the Steamboat Natchez. During your cruise, you can visit the Steam Engine Room to learn how it works.
The Cajun Bloody Mary on board the Steamboat Natchez is not to be missed! A bit spicy and oh so delicious!
Depending on the cruise you chose the Steamboat Natchez has a great menu of dining options!
Casual Brunch Menu
Mon-Sat on 11:30 am and 2:30 pm Cruises
Southern Fried Fish
Zesty cornmeal-crusted and fried to a golden perfection
Red Beans and Rice
New Orleans classic red beans with andouille sausage and served over Jazzmen® rice
Frittata del Giorno
A classic Italian omelet slow-cooked and brimming with fresh garden vegetables, specialty cheeses
and Chef's selection of herbs and spices
Vegetarian Pasta Salad
Turkey Link Breakfast Sausage
Vegetable of the Day
Cole Slaw
House prepared creamy coleslaw
A cornucopia of Fresh Fruit
Corn Bread
NATCHEZ Bread Pudding
A New Orleans soufflé of La Louisiane French bread, eggs, cream, vanilla and cinnamon
with a Callebaut® Belgian white chocolate sauce
La Louisiane Fresh Sliced French Bread
French Market Coffee and Iced Tea Included
Beverage Package Available
$15.00 (pre-purchase) $17.00 (on-board)
Free Flowing Mimosas, NATCHEZ Jazz Punch, and Bloody Marys
*Menu items are subject to change by season and availability.
To find out more about the Steamboat Natchez and to book your cruise you can make reservations at 504-569-1401 or online at www.steamboatnatchez.com
Don't miss the Calliope Concert at 10:45 am, 1:45 pm, and 5:30 pm.
Thank you to the Steamboat Natchez for providing us with a cruise so we could experience the journey along the Mississippi and also for sharing a few photos with us since it was a rainy foggy day we were in New Orleans.
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Cara (
I have always been curious what it was like to ride a steamboat. My family and I have tried cruises before, but nothing like this. Thanks for sharing your wonderful photographs. It looks like you all had a fun experience. I will think about this more and see if my family and I can do it too! Thanks for sharing!
Fi Ní Neachtáin
Oh wow, that old steamboat is so charming! I didn't even know that these types of boats were still around, I'd love a tour on one of them. The pictures are great with the sea mist, so eerie but so charming at the same time 🙂
Myrabev
Yes you did mention it was a tad bit foggy lol, wow I would be impressed with the captain too. Must be hard to navigate for a non-experienced captain. I have never been on a steamboat before and would love to one day. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us.
Kim Propp
I wish I could have tour in New Orleans that is one of my favorite destination, I'm jealous to you, haha lol. I love all of these photos it's really convinced me to visit there and I'd love to go there one day.
Amanda
Wow, what a fun way to see NOLA. I went to college in Rock Island, IL, right along the Mississippi River. For many of our school sponsored social events, we would rent out riverboats like this and cruise the river. It was so fun and unique--great memories of my time there.
Tyra (
This looks like such an amazing day cruise option in NOLA! Even though it was cloudy, that cloud made for some amazing pictures. And the menu was so extensive. Next time I am in NOLA I am going to check this out.
Chubskulit Rose
Wow, that's a huge boat. I have never been to a big boat such as this. The fog in the sea looks mysterious and at the same time beautiful! I love that the beverage is affordable and doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma)
I have always wanted to take a steamboat ride. This looks amazing, what a fun experience. I think my family would love this, especially my little boys. I loved your pictures! The food sounds amazing too!
Brook Devis
oh my God what a beautiful exerience i would love to do this kind of tours. these are something magical.the pictures are breathtaken and absolutly amazing. i am sure u had lots of fun.thanx for sharing
Shirley Wood
My hubby and I would love to ride the steamboat. Your pictures are beautiful, you captured the hazy fog so well. I cannot believe how clean that steam room looks, how fun to be able to visit that on the boat as well.
We used to sit and listen to the Calliope at Myrtle Beach many years ago. I don't think it's there anymore.
Pinning this to my Travel board.
Nancy
These types of tours are always the most fun to do when you're exploring a new city (or being a tourist in your OWN city!). I went on something similar here on San Francisco Bay just this past Superbowl. It was WAY fun, especially going under the golden gate. So many memorable experiences being on the water like that, so fun too!