City of New Orleans riverboat on the Mississippi River

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CITY of NEW ORLEANS Riverboat Cruise

Operated by New Orleans Steamboat Company

A 75-minute riverboat cruise on the Mississippi. Published $25.75 flat rate per adult ($12.75 child ages 6–12, free under 6) departing from the Toulouse St. Wharf behind JAX Brewery. Bookings are non-refundable per operator policy.

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Best fit

Visitors who want a shorter Mississippi River cruise that fits into a tighter sightseeing day

Also works well for

Families and mixed-age groups looking for a mostly seated sightseeing activity

Booking

Current times & prices in FareHarbor

Why choose this

Know the fit before you book

Best for

✓Visitors who want a shorter Mississippi River cruise that fits into a tighter sightseeing day

✓Families and mixed-age groups looking for a mostly seated sightseeing activity

✓Travelers who want river views and live Captain’s narration without committing to a meal cruise

Maybe skip it if

✕Visitors specifically seeking the longer live-jazz NATCHEZ experience or a meal cruise

✕Travelers who need step-free access to every deck; the operator notes the top deck is accessible by stairs only

The experience

What this actually is

Plan the day

Timing, transportation & logistics

Verified logistics & format

Operated by New Orleans Steamboat Company / Gray Line

Verified operator details

Experience duration

About 75 minutes

Operator verified · reviewed 2026-08-17

Door-to-door with pickup

Not yet verified

Unknown is intentionally not guessed.

Door-to-door self-drive

About 105 minutes

Operator verified · reviewed 2026-08-17

Transportation

Central French Quarter riverfront departure (Toulouse St Wharf — no hotel pickup) · Self-drive option available

Operator verified · reviewed 2026-08-17

Physical intensity

low

WNO editorial assessment · reviewed 2026-08-17

Weather exposure

mixed

WNO editorial assessment · reviewed 2026-08-17

Heat exposure

shaded

WNO editorial assessment · reviewed 2026-08-17

Noise level

moderate

WNO editorial assessment · reviewed 2026-08-17

Minimum age

All ages

Operator verified · reviewed 2026-08-17

Stairs required

Yes

Operator verified · reviewed 2026-08-17

Bathroom access

Not yet verified

Unknown is intentionally not guessed.

Shade

partial

Operator verified · reviewed 2026-08-17

Current operator checkout remains controlling for live availability, selected variants, prices, schedules, policies and any operational changes.

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Groups & families

Children & group considerations

•The shorter cruise can be easier to fit around family schedules. Verify current child pricing, stroller, and accessibility details in checkout.

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