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Steamboat Natchez, New Orleans, LA
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Steamboat Natchez

400 Toulouse St · New Orleans, LA

Why you should go…

The Steamboat Natchez is one of the last authentic steam-powered paddle wheelers on the Mississippi River, built in 1975 in the style of the great 19th-century riverboats. Daytime harbor cruises and evening dinner-jazz cruises depart from the Toulouse Street Wharf behind Jackson Square, with a live jazz band playing on most sailings. The steam calliope on the top deck is audible throughout the French Quarter before departure.

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Good to know

General tours guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Confirm the meeting point

    It is often a corner, a lobby, or a dock rather than the address you searched for. Check it the night before.

  • Small groups fill first

    In high season the intimate departures sell out well before the big-bus options do.

  • Ask how much is on foot

    Knowing how much of the route is walking, standing, or outdoors tells you what to wear and carry.

  • Read the weather policy

    Cancellation windows and rain rules vary by operator, and they are easier to find before you pay than after.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Steamboat Natchez, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

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  • Eat & Drink
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    Cafe du Monde

    Under $25

    Order the beignets and a cafe au lait, then join generations of visitors dusted in powdered sugar.

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