Historic New Orleans Boat Tour with Optional Creole Lunch Buffet

Overview

Take a relaxing New Orleans boat tour down the Mississippi River and visit the historic Chalmette Battlefield, where the Battle of New Orleans took place. Enjoy drinks from the cash bar, listen to stories about the city’s history, and take in the sights along the river.

Learn about New Orleans’ history from a local guide, with the option to enjoy a traditional onboard lunch.

Full Description

Relax and enjoy the views or grab a drink at the bar as you cruise down the Mississippi River. This narrated New Orleans boat tour focuses on the Battle of New Orleans and the city’s rich history.

Travel downriver to the Chalmette Battlefield at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve while learning about New Orleans’ settlement, its river, and historic landmarks along the way. An optional traditional lunch is available on board.

At the battlefield, take a one-hour guided tour along the shore, featuring a talk by National Park Rangers. After the tour, return to the starting point to complete your journey.

Meeting Point

• 📌 Meet at 1 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Itinerary

• Depart from New Orleans on a guided cruise

• Sail down the Mississippi River

• Learn about the Battle of New Orleans and local history

• Stop at Chalmette Battlefield for a 1-hour guided tour

• Return to the starting point

What to Expect

• Scenic New Orleans boat tour with views of the Mississippi River

• Guided commentary on the Battle of New Orleans and city landmarks

• Cash bar with New Orleans cocktails available onboard

• Optional traditional lunch served during the cruise

• 1-hour guided tour at Chalmette Battlefield with National Park Rangers

Optional Lunch Menu

Menu items subject to change based on season and availability

• 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