Departure Port
Cruises from New Orleans
40 departures from Port of New Orleans (Julia Street Terminal), sailing to Mississippi River and beyond — from $1,373 per person.
The historic starting point for Mississippi River cruises, docking steps from the French Quarter, live jazz clubs, and Creole cuisine.
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New Orleans port guide
Before you board
- • Explore the French Quarter and Bourbon Street
- • Take a jazz cruise on the Steamboat Natchez
- • Tour a Garden District mansion
- • Visit the National WWII Museum
Getting to the pier
Streetcars, buses, rideshares, and taxis.
Pre-cruise day budget
Roughly $110 per person including meals and local transport.
Accessibility & safety
Good. French Quarter sidewalks can be uneven; streetcars and major sites have accessible options. Generally safe in tourist areas; standard nightlife precautions recommended on and around Bourbon Street.
Frequently asked questions
Where do cruises from Port of New Orleans (Julia Street Terminal) go?
Sailings from Port of New Orleans (Julia Street Terminal) currently cover Mississippi River — 40 departures from 5 to 14 nights.
How much do cruises from Port of New Orleans (Julia Street Terminal) cost?
Fares start from $1,373 per person for an interior cabin. Call Ticketing-Info and a licensed cruise consultant compares live fares, cabin categories, and current promotions for you — no online payment, nothing booked until you confirm.
How do I get to Port of New Orleans (Julia Street Terminal)?
Streetcars, buses, rideshares, and taxis.
What can I do in New Orleans before or after my cruise?
New Orleans is worth arriving a day early for. Highlights near the port include French Quarter, Jackson Square and Garden District. Plan on roughly $110 per person for a pre-cruise day including meals.
What travel documents do I need to sail from Port of New Orleans (Julia Street Terminal)?
ESTA/US visa required for foreign nationals. Requirements depend on your itinerary's ports as well as the departure country — confirm your specific passport situation with your consultant before booking.
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