When your cruise vacation starts in the heart of the Big Easy, you know you're in for something special. With jazz spilling out onto cobblestone streets, the scent of beignets in the air and the Mississippi River rolling by, cruises from New Orleans offer a one-of-a-kind blend of culture, flavor and adventure. Before you even step on the ship, you’re swept into a city that knows how to live! 

The Port of New Orleans, also known as the Julia Street Cruise Terminal, is one of the most convenient cruise departure ports in the South. Located just minutes from the historic French Quarter and a short ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), it's easy to turn your cruise into a full-fledged New Orleans getaway. Spend an extra day enjoying live jazz on Frenchmen Street, sampling gumbo or catching sunset views from a classic steamboat ride before you sail. 

Looking for the best cruises from New Orleans? Keep scrolling to find a variety of itineraries with major cruise lines like Carnival Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean. You’ll find cruises heading to the Western Caribbean, Eastern Caribbean and Mexico. Book a cruise from New Orleans with Avoya Travel today and get access to exclusive perks and special pricing.