Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise

4.4(2,110)2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy New Orleans Paddlewheels Inc.

See the New Orleans skyline from a whole new perspective.

About this activity

Join us for the only Riverboat in New Orleans with an excursion! Take a 2 hour, 30 minute cruise down the great Mississippi River aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen. Enjoy a narrated tour with a licensed historian describing 300-years of New Orleans history; from the founding of the city by the LeMoyne Brothers to the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. During your cruise the vessel will dock at Chalmette Battlefield for a 45 min to 1-hour excursion. Enjoy a guided tour and talk by a National Park Ranger about the battle of New Orleans, while taking in the sweet breeze and delicate waves along the river. Delight in a cash bar and/or a satisfying Creole lunch option available on the boat while viewing the famous French Quarter and Port of New Orleans from the river .

What's included

✓Local guide
✓All Fees and Taxes
✓Restroom on board
✓1-Hour at Battlefield

Not included

✕Gratuities
✕Alcohol (Cash Bar)

Meeting and pickup

Located directly at the end of Poydras Street behind the Outlet Collection Mall and the Hilton New Orleans Riverside.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No outside food or beverages are allowed on board.
Bags are checked before boarding the vessel to ensure safety during the cruise.
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If altered or canceled due to poor weather, cruise may remain dockside in the event of unfavorable sailing conditions.
Due to limited capacity, refund requests made less than 24 hours prior to departure will NOT be considered. This includes missing the attraction for any reason. However, your ticket is transferable and valid for up to one year.
The Creole Paddlewheeler is Wheelchair accessible with a weight-restricted mechanical lift. However, the Chalmette Battlefield Park is not wheelchair accessible for handicap passengers at this time.
Boarding begins at 1:30 PM and the vessel departs at 2 PM sharp. Due to Coast Guard regulations, we are unable to extend departure time to accommodate individual guests.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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