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The guides on the Historical Cruise are who make it and the stories from the development of New Orleans and Battle of New Orleans come to life. Meet Charles Chesnutt, who found his perfect fit in New Orleans as one of the Historical Cruise guides on … Read More »

Continuing our series on the Creole Queen’s Historical Cruise guides, this week we present Christopher Tidmore, an experienced historian, political journalist and world traveler. Discover what he loves about the Historical cruise, New Orleans, … Read More »

Over the past few months, our Historical Cruise on the Creole Queen has gotten a revamp – most notably, the passionate historical experts who bring the tour to life for guests. Our guides steer the narrative, just as the captains steer the boat… Read More »

An undisputed New Orleans attraction is the Mississippi River – best seen - other than from the Creole Queen, of course - via the riverfront. This majestic natural resource has great attractions along it that utilize its beautiful backdrop and … Read More »

After great success and positive feedback from our new and improved daily Historical Cruise, the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen will be offering the cruise twice a day starting Monday, August 17, 2015. Since revamping the cruise in May, guests have en… Read More »

The Paddlewheeler Creole Queen is not only an authentic riverboat that cruises the Mississippi, it's the most unique venue in New Orleans. We can turn our boat into a floating party which can accomodate groups of any size in different unique sect… Read More »

To reflect the authentic paddlewheeler experience, the Creole Queen has a brand new classic cocktail selection that exudes the history, tradition and culture of New Orleans and the Mississippi. Get to know the stories behind these cocktail concoction… Read More »

The Paddlewheeler Creole Queen is excited to welcome a new house band to our nightly Dinner Jazz Cruise, Don Vappie and the Creole Jazz Serenaders! Our new music director Don Vappie has a rich history as a musician in New Orleans. He grew up i… Read More »

Hang tight! The Paddlewheeler Creole Queen is getting top notch maintenance and cosmetic enhancements made to bring you the very best paddlewheel boat on the Mississippi River! We will be back starting with our Dinner Jazz Cruise on Thursday, March 5… Read More »

The Paddlewheeler Creole Queen had a great 2014. We hosted some fun and unique weddings, a lavish party for the Bacardi family during Tales of the Cocktail, sold out all of our Cajun Holiday Tea with Papa Noel cruises, served as the BUKU Music + Art … Read More »