riverboat city of new orleans

New Orleans Steamboat Company

• United States
• New Orleans / Louisiana

New Orleans

• Central Business District

Riverboat CITY OF NEW ORLEANS

• Great for live music
• Great for scenic views
• Good for groups

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• Dining style Casual Dining
• Price $31 to $50
• Cuisines Creole / Cajun / Southern, American
• Hours of operation Dinner Daily 10:30 am–7:00 pm
• Phone number (504) 569-1401
• Website http://www.riverboatcityofneworleans.com/
• Payment options AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
• Dress code Smart Casual
• Executive chef Steve Wells
• Private party contact Deidra Edwards: (504) 569-1480
• Location 400 Toulouse St., New Orleans, LA 70130
• Neighborhood Central Business District
• Cross street Decatur Street
• Parking details There are parking lots on Decatur Street that offer hourly rates on parking.
• Entertainment Live Jazz on all cruises.
• Additional Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Available on the Sunday Jazz Brunch Cruise at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm. Community Coffee and Iced Tea included

NATCHEZ Tossed Salad

Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, shredded carrots, diced yellow squash and zucchini, red onion, sliced strawberries, and cheddar cheese with a sugar cane vinaigrette

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

Made with a traditional Louisiana roux and served with rice

Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp sautéed with onion, bell pepper, and garlic served alongside hot butter grits

Crescent City Eggs

Baked egg casserole with spinach, red onion, tomatoes, mushrooms, andouille sausage, green onions, and cheese

Biscuits and Gravy

A popular Southern breakfast dish with sausage and white gravy

Turkey Sausage Patties

O' brien potatoes.

With peppers and onions

Creole Creamed Spinach

Spinach with mozzarella, parmesan, and cream cheese

Mini Croissants

served with jellies and preserves

Fruit Salad

Chopped and mixed fresh seasonal fruit

Bananas Foster

A New Orleans original! Freshly sliced bananas sauteed in butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and rum and served warm atop vanilla ice cream

White Chocolate Bread Pudding

A soufflé of local Leidenheimer French bread in a rich custard with a decadent white chocolate sauce

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• 3.3 Service
• 3.7 Ambience

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Riverboat CITY OF NEW ORLEANS is rated 3.2 stars by 5 OpenTable diners.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current health guidelines and protocols aboard the boats.

Currently the City of New Orleans Health Department has lifted all vaccination, test and mask requirements with the exception of some government buildings. 

How far in advance should I make reservations?

Reservations are recommended only for the Dinner/Jazz Cruise , Sunday Brunch , and Holiday and Special Event Cruises . Tickets can be purchased up until departure time, depending on availability. Reservations for our cruises can be made online by going to the selected page.

What time should I arrive so I don't miss the boat?

We always begin boarding at least one-half hour before departure time, and sail very closely "on time". It is best to arrive 30 minutes before departure or sooner.

We board at 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 6:00 PM.   Cruises depart at 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM, and 7:00PM.

Which method of payment do you accept?

We accept Travelers Checks, Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover, and of course cash!

Do you sell merchandise or riverboat memorabilia?

There is a gift shop on board both riverboats.. you can also order on-line 

Are alcoholic beverages available on the cruises?

We have bars on all three decks of the NATCHEZ. The minimum alcoholic beverage age in Louisiana is 21 years old. Alcoholic beverages include beer, a wine list, and specialty drinks.  The State of Louisiana allows the purchase and consumption of alcoholic beverages for those 21 years and older.   Identification can be required by the Server to validate the age of any guest.   The forms of identification that are acceptable (and must contain a photo and the birthdate of the holder) are: United States Military or Federal Identification Card OR United States Driver’s License (Louisiana or any of the states & territories) OR International Passport or Visa

We accept Travelers Checks, Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover, and of course cash! 

Where can we park?

There are parking lots in the French Quarter on Decatur Street and adjacent to our dock.   These lots are not property of, nor connected to, our company but offer hourly or daily parking rates.

We cruise rain or shine.

Cruises are canceled only when the Coast Guard determines there will be severe weather along the river. Seating is available indoors as well as covered areas on the deck. 

We sail rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, unfavorable river conditions (including river closures), breakdowns, or any other cause beyond the control of the New Orleans Steamboat Company, the Captain may determine the vessel is unable to make the cruise as scheduled. If this occurs, we will arrange for a dockside event and you will be notified via the email you supplied when booking with us.

There are times that a cruise may be delayed, but that is usually only for a short amount of time.

Refunds will not be issued for the above conditions. All sales final.

Should it be deemed necessary, the New Orleans Steamboat Company reserves the right to substitute with a vessel in place of the other (Steamboat NATCHEZ & Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS) for any reason, at any time. No refunds will be issued for vessel substitution.

Is the boat handicap accessible?

We recommend river sightseeing aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ and the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS. Call us with any questions before finalizing your plans if you have questions on access or personal equipment. The comfort, security, and enjoyment of our guests are of utmost importance. Access to the top & bottom decks is by stairs only. If you need assistance with disability concerns you may contact our  Complaint Resolution Officer .

Can we bring pets onboard the boat? 

The Steamboat NATCHEZ & Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS allow animals to cruise with their owners as long as the animal is a Service Animal as defined by the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).  Advance notice is requested if you plan to board with a service animal.

Where can we find historical facts and specifications on the Steamboat Natchez for a school project?  

View our  Schools and Scouts  page or download the following .pdf files for more information:  Steamboat Specs  or  Steamboat Guide . Documents must be viewed with Acrobat Reader. Additional information can also be found on our  History  page.

How do I get copies of the photo taken in front of the boat when we boarded our cruise?

The members of the Photo Team will be glad to help you locate your photo and place an order. You can reach them at [email protected] or 504-264-7144. For faster processing, please provide them with either the photo card number or the date and time of your cruise with us.  

What is the dress code?

All of our cruises are casual attire. "Dressy Casual" is recommended for the Dinner Jazz Cruise based on the decor and service.

Is there entertainment on your cruises?

The Harbor Jazz Cruise entertainment includes a jazz pianist or jazz trio (Duke Heitger and the Steamboat Stompers) along with a professional live narration of the river sites and history. The 7:00 p.m. Dinner/Jazz Cruise features live performances by the grammy-nominated "Dukes of Dixieland".*  Music by these two bands are available on the Gift Shop page. Check out our music & menus page.

If I have a special celebration, what can the boat staff provide? 

As the Natchez has a small galley (kitchen), we are unable to prepare cakes for celebrations such as birthday, anniversaries, etc.  But you can bring a cake with you to be served, we simply ask that you mention it in your reservation so staff can be of assistance.  For those celebrations, we will do a reserved table with appropriate signage if you also put those notes in your reservation. Please contact [email protected] for more information.  

Is smoking or vaping allowed onboard?

No.  This is a Non-Smoking Vessel, both indoors and on the outer decks.

Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS

Take your kids back to the days of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn on an adventure aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS, a sister vessel of the Steamboat NATCHEZ. The newest addition to the New Orleans Steamboat Company's fleet operates sightseeing, lunch, Sunday Brunch, and Dinner Cruises on the Mississippi River. Take your family back in time to have the time of your lives.

See New Orleans like you've never seen her before from the decks of our floating wedding cake. Stroll our opulent decks, learn fun facts about the city and river travel, listen to the calliope play, and take in panoramic views. Most cruises feature live jazz entertainment and a menu that rivals the best New Orleans restaurants. Adults will also enjoy our bar which offers up the libations New Orleans is famous for, including the NATCHEZ Jazz Punch.

Show your kids time travel exists on the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS.  Learn more .

Coming Soon! River Cruise & City Tour Bundle

Save 10% on a RIVERBOAT CITY of NEW ORLEANS cruise and a New Orleans City & Cemetery Tour Bundle. You can enjoy an authentic Creole lunch Monday through Saturday for an additional $16 per adult with advance purchase. The tour and the cruise may be taken on the same day or on a separate day. Learn more .

The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS is also available for dockside weddings and other special events .

Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS

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Hours of Operation

French quarter, restaurant overview.

The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS, sister vessel to the Steamboat NATCHEZ, is about to go into the history books as the newest floating palace on Old Man River. Like New Orleans riverboats of old, the cuisine will be magnificent, the music soul-stirring, and the adventure one you will remember for a lifetime.

You’ll be able to choose from three uniquely New Orleans experiences. The Mardi Gras Jazz Brunch Cruise will feature live music and great New Orleans food with a festive Carnival theme. The Jazz Brunch Cruise & Mardi Gras World Tour Combo will give you all that plus a chance to try on Mardi Gras costumes, learn a little Carnival history and tour the workshop where they build Mardi Gras floats year-round (you’ll even get a piece of king cake!). And the Jazz Dinner Cruise will offer classic New Orleans cuisine and cocktails and music from an authentic Dixieland band. There’s nothing like seeing the French Quarter at night from the river.

Laissez les bon temps rouler on the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS!

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New Orleans Steamboat Cruises

This post compares the various different riverboat tours, paddleboat tours, and cruises available to you in New Orleans to help you choose the right one from you. 

• Meet the Boats
• Daytime/Lunch Cruises
• Evening/Dinner Cruises
• Public $2 Ferries

Combination Packages

• Swamp + Airboat Tours
• Things to Do in New Orleans

Disclosure:  While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may receive a small share of sales through some of the links below at no cost to you. See the  full text .

If you are considering purchasing tourist concession packages, keep in mind that some of these cruises are included at no additional cost in several New Orleans tourist attraction concession passes . 

The two most popular cruises are aboard the Creole Queen Paddlewheeler and Steamboat Natchez (details below), but you can hop on a ferry for just a few dollars.

Each offers a variety of cruises to choose from.

We narrowed down our favorites and compiled a list that describes each trip based on experience type, ticket price, and duration.

NATCHEZ STEAMBOAT

The Natchez Steamboat is the ninth boat with the name.

The current boat boasts modern safety mechanisms within a classic, exquisite oak exterior.

It was recently rennovated and is back to cruising down the Mississippi River on a daily basis!

Take part in her adventure with daily two-hour jazz cruises, including a daytime cruise or an evening cruise . You can cruise with or without lunch or dinner.

Listen to the Captain and crew, some of whom have been with the ship since the 1975 maiden voyage, operate like the seamen of a time gone by. 

This company has received a  4 out of 5 stars  average rating on TripAdvisor and Get Your Guide ( read the reviews ). 

RIVERBOAT CITY OF NEW ORLEANS

This is the newest addition to the New Orleans Steamboat Company, and it took over for the Steamboat Natchez while that vessel was under repair.

Just like the Steamboat Natchez, this boat is also a paddlewheeler, so functionally, very little will change.

The Riverboat City of New Orleans operated all the sightseeing, lunch, brunch, and dinner Jazz cruises for the New Orleans Steamboat Company during the last few years while the Steamboat Natches was undergoing repairs.

Rest assured that even aboard this new vessel there is plenty of room across its multiple decks to accommodate plenty of guests and fill in for its sister boat.

CREOLE QUEEN PADDLEWHEELER

Built in 1983 with the esteem and allure of the late 1850s paddlewheelers, the Creole Queen features an enormous 24-foot paddlewheel and modern amenities for elegance and safety.

Browse the list of tours below to pick which experience is best for you; gather on the 1,000-passenger deck for live music, dancing, a history lesson, or maybe enjoy lunch or dinner.

This vessel's review profile is a tad lower than its competitor's but still good with an overall average rating of 4 out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor and Get Your Guide ( read the reviews ).

DAYTIME CRUISES WITH OPTIONAL LUNCH

There are basically two different cruises to choose from, one from each company.  

The main differences seem to be that the Creole Queen includes a stop at Chalmette Battlefield at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve.

It is also included at no extra charge with the purchase of either the New Orleans Sightseeing Pass or the Go City New Orleans Pass .

The Steamboat Natchez offers jazz music on the lunch cruise during the high season. 

Steamboat Natchez Harbor Jazz Cruise

An overwhelming majority of reviews for this jazz cruise are very positive ( read the reviews ).

Some reviewers have even described their band as “magnificent,” suggesting that the music played onboard was absolutely wonderful.

Some customers feel that the experience is a bit too touristy, but they are definitely in the minority.

Most guests leave excellent feedback stating that they loved this musical trip on the Natchez. This activity is particularly popular among couples.

What You’ll Experience:

• Live narration of the history of the area
• Live jazz concert
• Steam Engine room open to visitors
• Lunch (optional) in the dining area onboard

Duration: 3 hours total, 2-hour cruise

• Departs at 11:30 am and 2:30 am
• Adult - $39    $55 with lunch
• Child - $16     $25 with lunch
• Child (2-5) Free    $11 with lunch
• More information or to book .

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Creole Queen -  Historical River Cruise

This vessel has a daytime destination, Chalmette Battlefield at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve.

• Highly Recommended for history buffs!
• Battle of New Orleans
• 1,000-passenger paddlewheeler on the Mississippi River, with a 24-foot paddlewheel
• Costumed re-enactor recounting history/stories of Louisiana's most historical places and events
• Disembark for a guided tour of Chalmette Battlefield by National Park Rangers from the Battle of New Orleans

Duration: 3 hours

• Departs at 10 am and 2 pm daily.

Lunch is only purchasable onboard.

• Adult $39   $59 with lunch 
• Child (6-12) $15   $24 with lunch
• Child (3-5) Free   $5 with lunch
• Infant (2 and under) Free   $10 with lunch
• Get more information or purchase tickets .

TIP: It is also included at no extra charge with the purchase of either the New Orleans Sightseeing Pass or the Go City New Orleans Pass .

Evening Jazz Cruises with Optional Dinner

Below is a brief comparison of the two paddlewheel boats that cruise the Mississippi River every evening. 

For a more in-depth look, including what's on the menu, read our post on NOLA dinner cruises . 

Steamboat Natchez - Mississippi River Jazz Cruise (optional Dinner)

Unlike their harbor cruise, this boat trip will take you down the Mississippi River.

Ratings for this excursion are similarly excellent, but it’s worth noting that not everyone was thrilled with the food selection ( read the reviews ). 

NOTE: Although this cruise was being offered on the Riverboat City of New Orleans for the last year or two, the newly rennovated Steamboat Natchez is once again the vessel you'll be riding during this outing!

What You’ll Experience

• Ride on the Creole Queen paddle wheeler
• Live jazz music
• Lavish buffet-style dinner | cash bar cocktails
• New Orleans skyline along the French Quarter
• Boards nightly at 6 pm and sails from 7-9 pm.
• $95 with dinner
• $41 with dinner
• $20.25 with dinner

Included free with the New Orleans Sightseeing Pass  (dinner is extra).

Creole Queen Evening Cruise (optional Dinner)

Just like their other services, the evening cruise offered by this company is also highly rated.

There are a few negative reviews, but they are overshadowed by positive comments (read the reviews).

• Ride on the Creole Queen paddlewheeler.

Cost (does not include dinner):

• $52 - Adult
• $26 - Child (6-12)
• Kids under 6 are FREE

Cost (includes dinner):

• $95 - Adult 
• $40 - Child (6-12) 
• $15 - Child under 5
• Kids 2 and under are FREE

Get more information or to book . 

CANAL STREET/ALGIERS POINT FERRY

In operation since 1827, this ferry travels across the Mississippi River along Canal Street and ends at the second oldest neighborhood of New Orleans; Algiers Point. 

Unlike the paddlewheeler or steamboat, the ferry offers a cheap trip across the river from Canal Street. Just ask the locals who use this as their commute!

Once you arrive, consider taking our self-guided walking tour of Algiers Point .

This company has received a 4 out of 5 stars  rating on TripAdvisor. 

There are a few negative reviews, but most of them seem to come from customers who were expecting the typical tourist experience.

Although they don’t offer the same range of services as a boat tour or cruise, it’s clear that a lot of their customers are more than pleased with the transportation they provide.

Cost (cash only):

• Pedestrian $2 each way
• Senior (65+) $1
• Children (2 & under) Free
• Sunday - Thursday | 6:15 am - 8:45 pm
• Friday - Saturday | 6:15 am - 10:45 pm

Get more details on their website .

As we have stated above, the Go City New Orleans Pass  and the Sightseeing Pass, are all-inclusive tourist attraction passes, including one free daytime ride on the Creole Queen.  

Included in the cost of the pass is free entry into 25 other popular New Orleans attractions including:

• National World War 2 Museum
• City Bus Tour
• Swamp Tour Plantation House Tour
• New Orleans School of Cooking
• Audubon Zoo
• Audubon Aquarium
• Mardi Gras World Museum
• New Orleans Museum of Art
• + 18 other attractions and tours

Paddle and Wheel Combo by Gray Line

This combo package is a great buy, and with a total of about 4 hours, you can see the city and take a cruise full of historical information.

You save $7/adult with the combo ticket.  

This combination pairs the daytime historical cruise aboard the Steamboat Natchez and the  Super City Bus Tour  (video below).

With an overall rating of 4 ½ stars on TripAdvisor, Gray Line New Orleans is very well received.

In particular, both of the services offered through this combo ticket are positively reviewed by their customers.

Much like the Steamboat Natchez, the Super City Bus Tour also enjoys mostly positive ratings.

Although there are a few negative reviews for both tours, they aren’t indicative of any significant problems. This combo deal is most popular among couples.

You’ll Experience…

• French Quarter
• Jackson Square
• Cabildo and Presbytere Museum
• Historic Cemeteries
• Bayou St. John
• Besthoff Sculpture Garden
• Tulane and Loyola University
• 2-hour cruise with a guided history of the region
• Adult $78 
• Child (6-12) $35.50
• Child (5 and under) Free 
• You save $7-$11/adult by purchasing together.  You don't appear to save anything for a child ages 6-12.

Get more information and purchase tickets .

NEW ORLEANS KAYAK TOURS

Want a more intimate excursion on the water? Try kayaking!

Explore the swamps of New Orleans, or paddle down the Bayou St. John neighborhood inside the city with the safety of a guide at a beginner-level pace.

Ratings for this kayak tour company are very impressive. New Orleans Kayak Swamp Tours has received an overall score of 5 out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor.

Only a half dozen customers have seen fit to give them a negative review, and their comments don’t represent the typical experience with this service.

An overwhelming majority of reviews for this service are incredibly positive, recommending this trip to anyone who wants to stay active while discovering the swamps of Louisiana.

Although couples are the most likely audience to leave great reviews, guests who bring their friends along for the journey also enjoy these tours.

Tours Offered

• Bayou St. John Tour (Beginner)

Located inside the city, Bayou St. John is one of the oldest neighborhoods in New Orleans.

Learn the history of the homes and landmarks, originally settled by Native Americans, and later used for French trading routes.

• Honey Island Swamp Tour (Beginner)

This is the crowd favorite!

Located 40 minutes outside the city, this tour takes you deep into the swamp bayous to see an abundance of wildlife amongst abandoned boat homes.

• Manchac Mystic Kayak Tour (Beginner)

This tour is popular for its serene setting and Instagram-worthy photo opportunities.

You’ll weave through cypress trees and experience wildlife on this wetlands kayaking trip.

Never Kayaked?

No problem! The extent of physical skill needed is the ability to paddle, and a lesson is provided at the beginning of the tour.

The company provides all of the necessary equipment for your trip, but since you will be on the water for 2 to 2 ½ hours, you will want to be sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and maybe even a hat for shade on the water.

• Bayou St. John Tour  $49 per person
• Honey Island Tour  $59 per person without transportation
• Manchac Mystic Tour - $59 per person without transportation
• Extra $20 for transportation from French Quarter only for Honey Island and Manchac Mystic Tours

Tours last 2 to 2 ½ hours

Transportation adds 40 minutes each way outside New Orleans via car/shuttle for Honey Island Swamp and Manchac Mystic tours.

KAYAK-ITI-YAT TOURS

The categories (beginner, intermediate & intermediate to advanced) are based on distance, the necessary level of athleticism and exposure to variables/natural elements.

None of the tours require previous kayaking experience.

There are no shuttle transportation costs as all of their tours launch from the city and are reachable by public transportation, bike or a cheap cab ride.

• Big Easy Bayou (Beginner, 2 hours) $49 per person

Best for first-timers and non-athletic travelers.

This two-hour tour of Bayou St. John is a great way to see the neighborhood and see some wildlife in a relaxed atmosphere.

This is a history-based tour with culture, current events, ecology, and all things relevant to Bayou St. John, its surrounding neighborhoods, and New Orleans.

• Pontchartrain (Intermediate, 4 hours) $84

Looking for something more active? Check out this four-hour lake tour that runs the length of Bayou St. John and back!

Bonus, you’ll exit the kayak to stretch and walk over to Pontchartrain Lake, and maybe even take a quick swim!

Like the Big Easy Bayou above, expect to learn about the history and culture of the area.

The Big Easy Bayou is your best option for this company, and the only one recommended for beginners.

Looking for more options? Consider looking at New Orleans Kayak Tours (above) for more newcomer-friendly trips.

Before you book...

WARNING: There is NO exiting these tours halfway through and the Bayou Bienvenue 3 hour tour has no bathroom breaks. Be sure you are committed before you buy your tickets.

This tour company is featured in several top travel recommendations for New Orleans, and explorers wishing to see more than Bourbon Street have given it rave reviews!

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Riverboat "CITY of NEW ORLEANS" Jazz Harbor Cruise

• Calliope Concert
• 2-Hour Cruise
• Live Commentary Onboard
• Live Jazz Music
• Creole Lunch or Brunch (if meal option must be selected)
• Local Taxes
• Soft Drinks and Alcoholic Beverages (available for purchase)
• Gray Line New Orleans, Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office, 400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA All tours and cruises depart from 400 Toulouse St. Lighthouse Ticket Office. We sit directly behind the JAX Brewery, our ticket office is directly in front of the Steamboat Natchez.
• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS cruises rain or shine.
• Please Note: Should the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS become unavailable for her yearly Coast Guard inspections and/or general maintenance, all cruises during this time will take place on her sister vessel - the Steamboat NATCHEZ.
• 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.
• The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS is handicap accessible. Access to the top deck is by stairs only. Please call us with any questions before finalizing your plans if you have questions on access or personal equipment.
• Cruise is suitable for wheelchairs.
• Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat.
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience 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
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 250 travelers
• All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
• You'll start at Gray Line New Orleans Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office, 400 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA All tours and cruises depart from 400 Toulouse St. Lighthouse Ticket Office. We sit directly behind the JAX Brewery, our ticket office is directly in front of the Steamboat Natchez. See address & details
• 1 French Quarter Stop: 30 minutes See details
• 2 Mississippi River Stop: 2 hours See details
• You'll return to the starting point

• KarenB8209 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Awesome swamp adventure Ernie river airboat tour guide was awesome he provided some great information about the lifestyle of the alligator its habitats and the swamp. We even got to hold a year old alligator. He busted a few myths about alligators for Kiwis travelling and gave us a new found respect for this amazing reptile. Read more Written May 17, 2024
• 791samuels 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Really interesting tour excellent day out Great day out looking around Oak Alley plantation and a swamp tour where we got to hold a baby alligator. The tour guide we had Midge was very interesting and told us lots of useful facts as we passed by places on the coach as well which made what we were seeing more enjoyable. Worth the money and recommend for anyone spending a day in New Orleans. Read more Written May 17, 2024
• AlSquared 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Cancelled with no explanation Booked the early morning swamp tour with Grayline and were really looking forward to it. They cancelled that morning with no explanation. We’re guessing maybe not enough people had booked. We rearranged with a different operator who picked us up from our hotel and had a great time. Read more Written May 16, 2024
• E9137FLhenryr 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Disappointing Description included a local guide who could speak about the plantations and the history of the area, but there was no guide on the bus. Instead, we had a bad quality video with sound we could barely hear. A disappointing experience all around, was more like an expensive car rental to the plantations rather than a guided tour. Read more Written May 16, 2024
• K9209OKemilyg 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great NOLA experience! We loved this trip! It’s a great price for what it includes. The Oak alley tour was very educational and well-done. We saw so many gators in the bayou! Plenty of opportunity to get food along the way. Charley and Brian were the best! We got great advice for places to eat and things to do in the city. Read more Written May 16, 2024
• mtrs0613 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Whitney A+, tour C- While we thoroughly appreciated the experience at the Whitney Plantation, the tour itself left much to be desired. 1. This tour was combined with a separate tour group who went to another plantation, adding at least an hour to our time in the bus. The description said we would have 3 hours at the Whitney, but we had only two. It was just about the right amount of time, but we felt rushed in the end. 2. We were clearly advised that food was not included, but we naively expected food to be available for purchase at the plantation. Sadly, there was none and we were quite hungry. Plan on bringing a lunch (but not having time to eat it there). 3. The bus was very loud, between the engine, the A/C and the rattling windows, and the seats were very uncomfortable. 4. We were given self-guided audio tour devices which had to be held up to your ear as the audio of headphones provided was poor. One positive note, our bus driver was excellent, charming and very interesting, despite her disclaimer that she is not a tour guide! Highly recommend getting a tour with an actual tour guide on a comfortable bus that doesn’t make stops at other places, and bringing some food along. Read more Written May 15, 2024
• peggymI8331ZB 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Very enjoyable tour of the plantation and swamp with knowledge tour guide Our driver Stacey was wonderful and tour guide Kate was amazing! Really well done, lots of interesting information. Well communicated throughout. Definitely worth the time to check it out. Good way to get some history about New Orleans and the plantations and really enjoyed the swamp tour as well. Read more Written May 13, 2024
• Evelyn C 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Swamp Boat Tour with Danny The guides were so knowledgeable and Danny from Swamp Tours was personable, funny and made us feel like we were one big family with the alligators! Safety was key for him as he gave us an amazing first hand visit to the swamp and the beauty that lies within. His knowledge of the swamps history and jokes made this the best tour I have been on!! Read more Written May 13, 2024
• 578eliseo 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Unique way to spend the day Rich and sad history respectfully shared by our tour guide on the way to the Oak Plantation. It was strongly suggested that we only eat at the cafe due to time and the selection of food wasn’t the best. The grounds are beautiful and there was a lot of learning. I really appreciated it. We had the funniest & adorable boat driver on the swamp, we loved it! Read more Written May 12, 2024
• Spokanetreehouse 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Perfectly paced tour. Perfect pace. Robert was very pleasant and entertaining, as well as informative, as the new and cool bus rolled on to the plantation. Very safe driver. We enjoyed the pace of the day to stroll around twelve oaks plantation and have lunch and a drink. Not boring. Robert’s humor was just right. The swamp tour (on privately owned land) allowed many to see alligators in a short amount of time. Read more Written May 12, 2024
• bishopandlyndseys 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fantastic Experience! Kate was our tour guide and Stacey was our bus driver and they did an amazing job! I have never felt more comfortable and safe on a bus before. Stacey did an awesome job ensuring we got there and back safe!!! Kate was full of knowledge and we learned so much from her! Throughout the bus ride she informed us about so many historic facts about the area! She is such a wealth of knowledge! Oak Valley is a beautiful location rich with history. The garden and tress were breath taking. The swamp tour was so much fun and our tour guide was extremely authentic to the area full of knowledge. We saw not only gators but wild hogs, ducks, raccoons etc. I would recommend this tour to everyone I know and if you’re lucky you’ll get Stacey and Kate as your guides! Read more Written May 12, 2024
• Paradise44964137931 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Whitney Plantation Tour is Historically Accurate! The Whitney Plantation Tour was an emotional experience, as they tell the real story of this plantation from the viewpoint of the enslaved people who lived there.......it is extremely well done, accurate historically, and makes you think about the horros and brutality of the American slavery system. Highly recommend this tour! Read more Written May 12, 2024
• francisescutinshaw 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Very well organized Tour was very well organized. Right amount of time on the plantation and swamp. Got to see a lot of alligators and took lots of pics and videos. Our tour guide was great. She knew a lot about the history of New Orleans. Read more Written May 12, 2024
• CamThee 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Worth spending a day out for! The day was good and the guide was fantastic! His knowledge was impressive and he had a great way at keeping us engaged on what is quite a long trip! We wish we'd had more time at the Plantation to really read everything and take it all in and less time on the swamp. The wildlife on the boat was really interesting though and a great experience. Read more Written May 11, 2024
• beccii2024 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fun and informative This tour was the best, Dionne and Kesha were great; very knowledgeable and good fun while keeping the tour moving plus when they fixed the aircon in the tour bus for everyone :) The Oak Alley Plantation is beautiful with a nice mix of guided and free walking then at the Cajun Pride was awesome with Captain Danny; also very knowledgeable with great jokes and his pets! Read more Written May 11, 2024

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Months after the city of New Orleans was cut out of an operating agreement for the $1 billion River District project, developers are playing nice with a new proposal that gives the City Council oversight of sales and hotel occupancy taxes in the planned neighborhood.

The council is expected on Thursday (May 16) to vote on whether to enter into an existing, 35-year agreement governing the River District, the 39-acre residential and commercial development that aims to transform a stretch of mostly empty riverfront land by the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center into a thriving neighborhood. The expected vote follows a dispute between councilmembers and River District officials and developers, who had cut the council out of the plan entirely late last year. 

The proposed contract sets the terms for operations and public subsidies in the development, and authorizes the council to raise sales and hotel taxes within the new neighborhood as a local governing board. The agreement would also increase the amount of sales tax revenue directed toward affordable housing. 

“These are transformational projects, things that we can look back on as the council and say that we supported – creating a neighborhood out of whole cloth,” said Councilmember Lesli Harris, who represents the area that includes the River District, at a committee meeting Monday (May 14). 

In December, River District and Convention Center officials quietly removed the city from the agreement after council members questioned aspects of the deal. The removal occurred just after the council voted to approve a property tax abatement deal for a new office building — leased to Shell Oil for its regional headquarters — being planned for the River District.  

After learning of the move in January, some council members critiqued the massive project over a lack of transparency. River District developers then said they hoped to bring the city back into the agreement.

Jeffrey Schwartz, the city’s director of economic development, and Mike Busada, a lawyer for the developers, presented the amended agreement to the governmental affairs committee Monday. 

“What we have in front of us is an improved cooperative endeavor agreement and one that I think, at the end of the day, not only helps the city gets to its aspirations and goals that we want to see in this transformative project, but also provides the structure for governance and transparency and accountability,” Schwartz said. 

The proposed agreement creates a new municipal district governed by the council, which would levy and collect an additional  2% in sales and hotel occupancy taxes within the development. 

The deal approved in December did not specify the party responsible for levying or collecting the sales taxes. Under the amended deal, the council – acting as the Municipal RDNI District – would levy and collect the additional taxes. The move to give city officials oversight of the tax collection would help ensure transparency and accountability for the River District development, Schwartz said.

The amended contract proposal also raises the minimum percentage of taxes set aside for affordable housing from 10% to 50%. 

The master development agreement for the River District requires that 450 units out of approximately 900 planned for the new neighborhood be set aside for affordable or workforce housing, a figure that exceeds the city’s normal zoning requirements. 

River District proponents have touted affordable housing as a top priority of the neighborhood, which will also include the Shell Oil building and a Topgolf complex. However, some housing advocates have critiqued the “trickle-down economics” method of relying on commercial projects to fund affordable housing and have asked for penalties if the developers don’t follow through on housing promises. 

The amended agreement requires that the initial phase of affordable housing be completed within four years of the passage of the contract. The updated contract does not specify any penalties for failure to meet that timeline.

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Red Lobster website lists 87 locations 'temporarily closed' in 27 states: See full list

Red Lobster has abruptly closed dozens of restaurants across the country.

A look at the restaurant chain's website reveals 87 stores temporarily closed across 27 states, with some of them having their kitchen equipment up for auction on an online restaurant liquidator.

The liquidator, TAGeX Brands, announced Monday it is auctioning off equipment this week from 48 locations that have closed. The website says auctions are live and will end periodically on Thursday, and that each winner will receive the "entire contents of the Red Lobster location they bid on."

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The seafood chain considered filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last month in an effort to restructure its debt,  according to Bloomberg .

The company had been getting advice from law firm King & Spalding as it looked to shed some long-term contracts and renegotiate leases, Bloomberg reported, noting that Red Lobster's cash flows had been weighed down by leases and labor costs, among other issues.

Red Lobster suffered big losses with 'Ultimate Endless Shrimp' promotion

In 2023, the seafood chain's " Ultimate Endless Shrimp " deal became more popular than expected, inadvertently becoming a key factor in a $11 million loss in the third quarter.

The limited-time promotional deal, in which guests picked two types of shrimp to enjoy nonstop for $20, landed a permanent spot on Red Lobster menus in June. Red Lobster's parent company, Thai Union Group, said in November 2023 that the chain was headed toward a $20 million loss for 2023. Now the endless shrimp deal costs $25.

Thai Union Group CFO Ludovic Regis Henri Garnier said in an earnings report call that the company was aware the initial price for the endless-shrimp deal was cheap. The offer was intended to draw customers into restaurants, but orders exceeded expectations, he said.

"We wanted to boost our traffic, and it didn't work," Garnier told investors in November 2023, according to  Restaurant Business Magazine . "We want to keep it on the menu. And of course we need to be much more careful regarding what are the entry points and what is the price point we are offering for this promotion."

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New Orleans City Council committee moves to have more input on River District development

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) -The New Orleans City Council on Monday (May 13) took steps to have more of a say on the proposed $1 billion River District development project.

The waterfront project, being described as transformational, would include a new hotel, corporate headquarters, golf entertainment venue and affordable housing units.

Supporters of the project envision development on a 39-acre site just upriver from the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The City Council pushed the reset button on the project, after some council members claimed they were shut out of the process.

Under a new agreement brought forward to the council’s Governmental Affairs committee, the City of New Orleans would be a full partner with the convention center and the River District Neighborhood Investors group, which was selected by the convention center to be the developer of this project back in 2021.

The new partnership could levy up to two cents in sales taxes and two pennies of hotel/motel taxes in the future, for new developments on the property. Proponents say the proceeds would go toward the creation of at least 450 affordable housing units on the site.

The city’s economic development director says the new partnership will give council members more say on how the riverfront development project moves forward.

“Today, tomorrow and 40 years from now, this will be the entity that guides the flow of funds that comes out of any new sales or hotel occupancy taxes that come out of this project, full stop,” said city economic development director Jeff Schwartz.

Councilwoman Lesli Harris said, “Since Day 1, I’ve had two priorities in this project: First and foremost is affordable housing, and this project will exceed the requirement of 10 percent of the units going to affordable housing.”

At one time, the land upriver of the convention center was envisioned for another expansion of the massive building. But convention center officials instead voted to build a convention center hotel and other amenities on the site.

The new agreement now goes to the full council for approval.

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Port of New Orleans' chief resigning amid praise for moves to advance new cargo terminal project

NEW ORLEANS — (AP) — The Port of New Orleans' president and chief executive officer, who won praise for advancing plans for a new international cargo terminal project, is resigning to pursue an opportunity in the private sector.

Brandy Christian, who has served in the leadership post since 2017, will step down in mid-June, the port said Tuesday in a news release praising her for “exemplary leadership.” Her next steps were not immediately disclosed.

“Under Christian’s guidance, Port NOLA has navigated through profound challenges and achieved remarkable successes. ... Through her vision and leadership, Christian has positioned Port NOLA to regain its place as the premier destination within the global supply chain as we embark on a transformational economic development project in the Louisiana International Terminal," said Walter Leger Jr., chairman of the port's Board of Commissioners.

Christian was seen as instrumental in moving forward with a state-of-the-art terminal project, also known as LIT, which is likely to start construction next year in Violet. Officials said they hope the project, once completed, would stem the bleeding of container cargo volume to competitors including the nearby port in Mobile, Alabama.

Christian came to New Orleans from the Port of San Diego, where she had started in the ports sector after three years as a management consultant following post-graduate work on public sector management at the University of Southern California. She has been one of only about a dozen women in charge of major U.S. ports since she took the top job at Port NOLA.

Chief Financial Officer Ronald Wendel Jr. will serve as the port’s interim leader. The port didn’t immediately say how it plans to conduct a formal search to replace Christian.

Christian led the acquisition of the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad, which gave the port control of the city's switching rail infrastructure and direct access to all six Class I national rail operators, the Times-Picayune/The New Orleans Advocate reported.

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