Jazz Brunch Cruise in New Orleans
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)
- Gratuities
- Alcohol (available for purchase)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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French Quarter
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Steamboat NATCHEZ
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Mississippi River
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Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 500 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: How far in advance should I make reservations?
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Activity code: C-3780STEAMBRU
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Sky Diving customers.
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For the dinner/jazz cruise, Sunday brunch, and holiday and special event cruises, 30-60 days in advance are recommended, although tickets can be purchased up until departure time, depending on availability.
May 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 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).
- Gratuities.
- Alcohol (available for purchase).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Jazz Brunch Cruise in New Orleans is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Jazz Brunch Cruise in New Orleans will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What'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)
- Gratuities
- Alcohol (available for purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 500 travelers
