Mississippi River Cruises
Today, many, many years since Mark Twain wrote Life on the Mississippi, the river still meanders its way through our country, continually providing transportation, and distribution of goods to and from the United States. The Port of New Orleans serves as the 6th largest port in the United States, with the collective ports of South Louisiana boasting the 9th overall ranking in the world.
The next time you stand on the banks of this mighty river, take a moment to take in its beauty and to contemplate the rich contribution it has made to the growth of this great nation of ours. Better yet, why not take a cruise on one of the last remaining steamships in operation? Check out the links below and tell ’em the guys at Experience New Orleans sent ya!
Day River Cruises
LIVE JAZZ
Steamboat Natchez
Follow the merry sound of the calliope to the river where you can board the Steamboat Natchez for a dinner, Sunday brunch or harbor cruise back to 1860.
Sip a mint julep as you listen to live jazz and take in breathtaking city views. Make sure your kids get to see the engine room, which looks like it belongs in a museum. Then sit down to a fabulous buffet featuring classic dishes like Southern Fried Catfish, Gumbo, Red Beans and Rice, White Chocolate Bread Pudding and more.
Come experience the Mississippi, Mark Twain style on one of the last authentic steamboats on Old Man River. As the paddlewheel churns something will churn inside you as well. For more information, please visit their website.
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Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS
If Mark Twain could see the new Riverboat City of New Orleans, he would swell up with pride! At the present time, the sister vessel of the Steamboat Natchez offers dockside jazz brunches and dinners and events. Future tour optionswill include a Mardi Gras Jazz Brunch Cruise, aJazz Brunch Cruise & Mardi Gras World Tour Combo and a Jazz Dinner Cruise.
The 189-foot-long, 55-foot-wide riverboat has three enclosed decks. It is licensed to carry more than 1,000 passengers and is perfect for weddings, family reunions, corporate events and other group outings. They’ll offer special rates for groups of 75 and up. For more information please visit their website.
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Ahhhh, the mighty Mississippi…
For many, its been a way of life for hundreds of years, a winding soul that ushered in a dawning country atop its tumultuous current. See more