Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise | 2 hours 30 minutes

1607 Reviews | New Orleans
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Historic Cruise (Meal)
2 Adults x $62.00
$124.00
Approx Total
$124.00
Enjoy an interesting yet relaxing cruise with a delicious Creole-styled lunch and a stop at the Battlefield of New Orleans
Historic Cruise (No Meal)
2 Adults x $42.00
$84.00
Approx Total
$84.00
Enjoy an interesting yet relaxing cruise and a stop at the battlefield of New Orleans

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Local guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Restroom on board
  • 1-Hour at Battlefield
  • Gratuities
  • Alcohol (Cash Bar)

Overview

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 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 .

Meeting points

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

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Chalmette Battlefield

    Disembark at the site of the 1815 Battle of New Orleans at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, where you can tour the Chalmette Battlefield including the Malus-Beauregard House and the Chalmette Monument before re-boarding for the return cruise.

    45 minutes

  • Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve

    Chalmette Battlefield is located in the Jean Lafitte National Park, making it an exciting and special addition to your river cruise!

    30 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • 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.

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

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1607 reviews

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  • 4 stars
    299
  • 3 stars
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  • 2 stars
    53
  • 1 star
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Showing 1-5 of 1074 reviews with 5 stars

Great Time on the Mississippi.

Published on Jan, 2025

We had a great time with no complaints. The narrator Charles gave us an amazing history of New Orleans to include what went on during Hurricane Katrina and it was a pleasure to hear from a man who is so proud of his home city. The crew got us up and down the river safely and the drinks were plentiful and affordable.

New Orleans Paddleboat.

Published on Jan, 2025

The ride on the Mississippi River was made unique with the paddlewheel boat. Very nice tour with lots of great info about the sity.

Review of Creole Queen Historic River Cruise

Published on Jan, 2025

It was very enjoyable and informative. We just did the cruise - so cannot rate the food. The person who provided the New Orleans history was very informative and provided some very interesting information, including information about the US not just New Orleans. It was very unfortunate that we were not able to go to the battlefield, which was disappointing, but we understand it was not the fault of the crew. Just wish someone would have told us prior to leaving and would have offered us to go another day while we were in the area.

Entertaining History !

Published on Jan, 2025

Very informative tour about the Mississippi River and The French Quarter. Our guide was excellent and provided great history in an enjoyable way. We docked at the Battlefield where the war of 1812 was fought. A different guide discussed the war in a very moving presentation. The ship was as usual- cash bar and food to buy. Nice music and friendly staff. Definitely recommend!

More than a paddle boat ride

Published on Jan, 2025

Narration was great and easy to hear. Nice to break up the boat ride with the battlefield experience. Food was buffet style. Second helpings welcome.

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