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New Orleans: Creole Queen History Cruise with Optional Lunch

4.4  / 5
629 reviews
Activity provider:Paddlewheeler Creole Queen
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New Orleans: Creole Queen History Cruise with Optional Lunch

Activity provider:Paddlewheeler Creole Queen
4.4  / 5
629 reviews

From US$ 39 per person

Enjoy a relaxing cruise down the mighty Mississippi river. Listen to an exciting narration depicting the last battle of 1812. Learn about New Orlean's famous landmarks, river lore, and culture.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Visit the battlefield where the Battle of New Orleans took place
  • Enjoy New Orleans cocktails on board at the Cash Bar
  • Sit back and relax as you learn about the local history
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Sit back and enjoy the views or a drink at the bar while journeying down the Mississippi river. Learn about New Orleans' complex, but interesting story, focusing on the critical Battle of New Orleans. Join a cruise narrated by a local guide and embark on a journey into the past as you head downriver to the Chalmette Battlefield at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. As you travel to the battlefield, learn about the settlement of New Orleans, its river, and the historical landmarks that line the banks of the Mississippi River. As you cruise, treat yourself to a traditional lunch on board. (If relevant option selected.)

Stop at the battlefield and hear about the legacy of the area on a 1-hour guided tour along the shore with a talk by National Park Rangers. After, return to the starting point where your tour will end.

SAMPLE MENU LUNCH: • New Orleans Style Shrimp Pasta • 10” Roast Beef Po-Boy • Creole Jambalaya • Crawfish Bread • Caesar Salad • Red Beans & Rice • Fresh Baked Cookies • Zapps Potato Chips (Menu items are subject to change by season and availability)

Includes
  • 1.5-hour narrated cruise
  • 1-hour guided tour of Chalmette Battlefield by National Park Rangers
  • Creole Lunch Buffet (if option is selected)
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point
  • Drinks

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Meet at the Creole Queen boat is docked at the Riverwalk/Canal Street Dock, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA.

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Food and drinks
  • Luggage or large bags

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  • No outside food or beverages are allowed on board
  • Departure times may be altered or canceled due to weather and safety concerns
  • Cruise may remain dockside in the event of unfavorable sailing conditions

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4.4 /5

based on 629 reviews

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  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.4/5
  • Organization
    4.6/5

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This tour is a good opportunity to travel along the Mississippi and get a history lesson. The Creole Queen was comfortable although I only sat outside (didn’t have any food although I understand you could purchase food and drinks onboard) and the opportunity to get off at the battle site made for an interesting tour. The onboard historian was very enthusiastic and spoke clearly and loudly which was good. At the battle site there was a talk by a National Parks Ranger and the opportunity to have a look in the visitor centre. In summer it was very hot so take water, sunscreen and bug spray. You can refill your water bottle at the battle site. Overall, I was very happy with this tour, glad I joined it and happy to recommend it.

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September 19, 2023

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I loved the story that was told while we were on the water and would love a transcript. The storyteller was wonderful, and our group were all great folks. The river ride should be on everyone's itinerary if they visit New Orleans.....very very pleasant.

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September 16, 2023

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Laurie – United StatesVerified booking

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We did the paddle boat ride without the lunch buffet. The tour historian was excellent. We learned about New Orleans history on the way to the battlefield and Katrina info on the way back. Very interesting. The bar was reasonably priced. 99 degrees in New Orleans that day but the top deck was breezy and comfortable.

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