Be part of the first groups of people that get to set sail from New Orleans via Disney Cruise Lines. This historic port is hip, contemporary, and full of life. Cruise departures begin February 25, 2020.
Cruises Departing From New Orleans
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
- 2 Cruises- February 27, 2020 (The Wonder) & February 1, 2021 (The Wonder)
- Sailing to Cozumel, Mexico
- Starting from $1, 925
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
- 1 Cruise-January 27, 2021 (The Wonder)
- Sailing to Progreson, Mexico & Cozumel, Mexico
- Starting from $2,507
7-Night Bahamian Cruise
- 3 Cruises-February 5, 2021, February 12, 2021, & February 19, 2021
- Sailing to Key West, Florida, Disney Castaway Cay, & Nassau, Bahamas
- February 5 & 19 starting at $3, 608. February 19 starting at $3,891
14-Night Westbound Panama Canal Cruise (ending in San Diego)
- 2 Cruises-March 6, 2020 & February 26, 2021
- Sailing to Cozumel, Mexico/George Town, Grand Cayman/ Cartagena, Colombia/ Panama Canal/ Puerto Vallarta, Mexico/Cabo San Lucas, Mexico/ San Diego, California
- Starting from $5, 157
Port Of Call Details
Local Culture and Flavor
A mixture of French, African, Spanish, and American culture, the beautiful city of New Orleans is a beloved American icon with unique history.
Past and Present
- 1000 BC-inhabited by Native American and remained that way till the late 17th century
- 1718-The French found the colony La Nouvelle Orleans, but lost it to the Spanish in 1763
- 1803- Napoleon sold the entire Louisiana territory to the United States in the Louisiana Purchase
- 1812- Louisiana became a state
Things to See and Do
Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral
-Jackson Square is surrounded by the St. Louis Cathedral, the Cabildo, the Presbytere, State museums, and apartments that house an array of shops and restaurants. As you stroll down the square make a pit stop at the well known restaurant Café Du Monde where you can enjoy authentic coffee and beignets. When you're done journey across the street to one of the oldest cathedrals in the United States. It's towering center spire is flanked by 2 smaller ones and creates and opening to the plaza, which has been depicted in paintings, photography, and films.
Streetcars
-You will be whisked through the French Quarter and many other historic places where you'll discover fine old mansions and experience the moods of this beautiful city.
French Market
- Began as a hub for Native American trading post in 1791, and later turning into a trading hub for the French and Spanish colonists. These colonists opened it up to traders from around the world. The structure of the French Market was designed in the 19th century by Jospeh Abeliard, one of America's first African American architects. Today this market is still the most popular destination in New Orleans. This historic open-air market houses shops, live music, and spectacular dining at food stands, restaurants, and outdoor dining venues.
River Boats
Take a boat down the Mississippi River for a wonderful way to take in the beautiful picturesque view of the city.
Other places you can't miss
-Audubon Zoo
-Louisiana Children's Museum
-Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
-Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium
-The National WW2 Mueum
-The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint
-Horse and Carriage Tours
-Preservation Hall
-Restaurants
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