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15 Live Music Cruises Worth Flying For

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A band on deck changes a river cruise from sightseeing into an evening. These 15 sort the jazz steamers, the Danube dinner boats and the Seine four-course sailings by price, sailing time and how much of it is actually live.

New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option - A riverboat that rewards a little exploring
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New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option

1.New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7,533 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $58Our pick

Board the Steamboat Natchez at Toulouse Street Wharf in the French Quarter for an evening on the Mississippi. Enjoy a calliope concert, live jazz from the Dukes of Dixieland or another New Orleans band, narration, skyline views, and an optional Louisiana buffet with gumbo, crawfish etouffee, fried chicken, salad, and bread pudding.

“The ship was fun to explore. The jazz band was phenomenal. And the food…amazing! Was a great evening adventure.”

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Budapest Danube Cruise and Dinner Options, Live Music and Dance - Parliament, Buda Castle, and the first great photographs
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Budapest Danube Cruise and Dinner Options, Live Music and Dance

2.Budapest Danube Cruise and Dinner Options, Live Music and Dance

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,428 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54

Board at Akadémia 2 ponton for an evening cruise past Parliament, Buda Castle, the bridges, and Gellért Baths. Choose a buffet dinner, Gulyás and lángos, or Wine&Dine option, then enjoy live folk music and a Hungarian dance show. The cruise runs about 90 minutes and returns to the starting dock.

“The buffet variety was good, and the dancers and musicians were very entertaining. The scenery during the cruise was beautiful, and all the lights were magical.”

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Paris: 3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music - Choosing the right seating package
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Paris: 3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music

3.3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,248 reviews · 2h 30m · from $135

Board a glass-topped Bateaux Parisiens boat at the Eiffel Tower for a 150-minute Seine cruise, dinner, and live singing. Choose from central, panoramic, window, or front seating, with vegetarian dishes available. The route passes Les Invalides, Musée d’Orsay, Notre Dame, the Louvre, and other illuminated landmarks.

“Great value only thing could have been better is the food”

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Dubai: Sunset or Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar - Finding Xclusive Yachts without a dockside scramble
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Dubai: Sunset or Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

4.Sunset or Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,030 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $51

Spend 90 minutes aboard a glass-enclosed Xclusive Yacht, cruising Dubai Marina, Dubai Harbour, JBR, and Ain Dubai. You get assigned seating, an international buffet with live pasta and noodle stations, unlimited drinks, air-conditioned comfort, and live music, often featuring saxophone or clarinet.

“Overall great value for money. We had a great table at the front of the upper deck and views both before and after sunset were great. Our waiter Kamal did a great job looking after us keeping our glasses full and taking photos. the buffet food was also good.”

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Budapest: Evening Cruise including Drinks and Live Music - The Music: Hungarian Strings and the Cimbalom
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Budapest: Evening Cruise including Drinks and Live Music

5.Evening Cruise including Drinks and Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 5,512 reviews · from $24

Board the Gróf Széchenyi at Akadémia 2 ponton for a 90-minute evening cruise beneath Budapest’s six main bridges. Choose a drink option, listen to three Rajkó Folk musicians play Hungarian and requested songs, and move between the air-conditioned cabin and open upper deck. There is no tour guide, but an English-speaking host or greeter assists with boarding.

“says its a cashless trip but the musician's take tips so bring cash or it gets awkward”

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New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise - What You See During the Two-Hour Route
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New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise

6.New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,334 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $43

Board the Steamboat Natchez at Toulouse Street Wharf for a two-hour Mississippi River cruise. You’ll hear live jazz from the Steamboat Stompers, get onboard commentary, pass Chalmette Battlefield, and view New Orleans from the water. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, with an optional Southern-style buffet lunch.

“Everything was very smooth. I walked over in ~8 minutes from my Q&C Hotel. I went on a 55 degree January weekday and the boat was nowhere near full which was nice and spacious with plenty of seating. The narration was well done and had some jokes. The band was okay a nice addition. The lunch was very tasty and for $20 extra a great deal in New Orleans. They will provide you 2nds if you ask. I recommend getting first meal because the boat does not leave port for the first 45 minutes which is boring otherwise. 2nd meal you will miss most the scenery. The ride is 45…”

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New Orleans: Evening Steamboat Jazz Cruise + Optional Dinner - Boarding the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS at 6pm
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New Orleans: Evening Steamboat Jazz Cruise + Optional Dinner

7.Evening Steamboat Jazz Cruise + Optional Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,548 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Board the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS for a two-hour evening cruise from the French Quarter. Enjoy live jazz by the Grammy-nominated Dukes of Dixieland, a narrated ride along the Mississippi, four decks to explore, and full-service bars. Add the Creole buffet for gumbo, carved beef, seafood pasta, crawfish etouffee, and bread pudding.

“Food was excellent and the guide in the background telling us the history of the port of New Orleans and the Mississippi River was informative. Jazz was nice, it was a vibe. Lots of people there on date nights. Would definitely recommend!”

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New Orleans: Daytime Steamboat Jazz Cruise + Optional Lunch - Start with the calliope before you board
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New Orleans: Daytime Steamboat Jazz Cruise + Optional Lunch

8.Daytime Steamboat Jazz Cruise + Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,164 reviews · 2 hours · from $43

Spend two hours on the Mississippi aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS, currently covering for the Steamboat NATCHEZ. Hear live jazz from the Steamboat Stompers, listen to the captain’s narration, explore four decks and the engine area, and add a plated Creole lunch if you want catfish, jambalaya, red beans and rice, and bread pudding.

“Loved the authentic experience on the steamboat and the narration of the sights. The jazz band was good. And it was a good value for the money.”

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Paris: 4-Course Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music - Four courses, wine, and a formal French setting
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Paris: 4-Course Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

9.4-Course Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,827 reviews · 2h 30m · from $153

Spend 150 minutes aboard a Bateaux Mouches dinner boat from Port de la Conférence. You’ll enjoy four French courses, piano and violin music, half a bottle of wine or Champagne, and views of Notre Dame, the Louvre, and the sparkling Eiffel Tower. Choose the Excellence option for a better chance of a window table.

“We really loved it !the staff were so friendly and helpful. Big thanks to max our waiter. He was amazing celebrating my sisters birthday. The food was soo good !! We really had a good time! Amazing experience! A must do when visiting Paris. Thank you! Merci !”

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Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D'oeuvres - Sailing Past Key West’s Waterfront
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Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D’oeuvres

10.Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D’oeuvres

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,559 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Spend about two hours sailing from Key West with an open bar, champagne, sangria, premium beer, cocktails, and chef-prepared hors d’oeuvres. A local musician provides live entertainment as you pass Mallory Square, Fort Zachary Taylor, and Sunset Key. Arrive 30 minutes early and bring a sweater, sunglasses, and photo ID if you plan to drink.

“We had a fantastic time. The crew was awesome and Just George kept us entertained. We were fortunate to have a perfect weather day for the sunset. Highly recommend.”

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Barcelona: Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Live Music - What the 1.5 to 2.5 hour cruise feels like
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Barcelona: Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Live Music

11.Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,024 reviews · 1.5 - 2.5 hours · from $33

Sail Barcelona’s coast aboard the 78-foot Catamaran Orsom as the sun drops behind the city and mountains. You’ll hear live jazz, bossa nova, guitar, or saxophone, relax on the nets above the water, and buy drinks at the onboard bar. The roundtrip lasts about 1.5 to 2.5 hours and makes no stops.

“Amazing sunset view, amazing music, will definetly book again once in Barcelona, was the Highlight of our City break!”

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Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar - Boarding the glass houseboat
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Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

12.Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,780 reviews · from $47

Spend 90 minutes aboard a glass-sided houseboat sailing from Dubai Marina toward Bluewaters Island and Jumeirah Beach Residence. You’ll get a welcome drink, international buffet, live acoustic music, unlimited selected drinks, private seating, and skyline views. Request the open-air upper deck early, since seating depends on availability.

“Great time and scenery with friends. Food was good with live music entertainment. Highly recommended.”

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Paris: Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music - The route from the Statue of Liberty to Notre-Dame
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Paris: Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

13.Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,531 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $69

Cruise Paris on Le Diamant Bleu while enjoying a three-course seasonal meal, live singer and guitar music, and a DJ set. You’ll pass Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Pont Alexandre III, and the Eiffel Tower. Singer Anastasia has drawn special praise for her energy. Vegetarian and vegan meals require 48 hours’ notice.

“Absolutely a wonderful night . Such an amazing party after .food was great and the staff were very attentive . Had to tip them all for such a great night.”

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Budapest: Candlelit Dinner River Cruise with Live Music - Dock 7 and the first drink onboard
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Budapest: Candlelit Dinner River Cruise with Live Music

14.Candlelit Dinner River Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,154 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $129

Spend 2.5 hours aboard a modern Legenda City Cruises boat, enjoying a welcome drink, four-course dinner, live Hungarian music, and changing views of Budapest by night. The route passes Parliament, Buda Castle, Margaret Island, Gellért Hill, and several illuminated bridges. Choose from several dishes at each course, but note that vegan and allergy-friendly menus are not available.

“Amazing boat , music and service ….regretfully the food quantity and taste leaves a lot to be desired 😏”

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Budapest: Dinner Cruise with Live Music and Folk Dance Show - Starting at Akadémia dock 2
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Budapest: Dinner Cruise with Live Music and Folk Dance Show

15.Dinner Cruise with Live Music and Folk Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,090 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $93

Spend 1.5 hours aboard a historic Danube ship with a warm Hungarian buffet, welcome drink, live music from three Rajkó Folk Orchestra musicians, and a folk dance show. From Akadémia dock 2, you pass Parliament, Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, Gellért Hill, and the National Theatre.

“Excellent cruise with great food and an awesome show and music. A highlight was a Chinese guest playing the violin so well with the band for one song. Highly recommend this cruise.”

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