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New Orleans Steamboat NATCHEZ Jazz Cruise

Board your riverboat to the delightful tunes of the Steam Calliope. Experience the sights and sounds of river life that enchanted characters of history and... Read More

New Orleans Original Ghost, Voodoo, Vampire, and More Tour

New Orleans is considered "The Most Haunted City" in the United States with rich paranormal history like no other. Allow our master storytellers to walk... Read More

Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option

Savor the beauty and romance of the New Orleans skyline aboard the Dinner Jazz Cruise. Enjoy the Dukes of Dixieland jazz band and a narration... Read More

City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

With our 1 day ticket, sightseers can discover New Orleans on this thoroughly enjoyable unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour. You'll enjoy access to 19 tour... Read More

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise

Take a 2 hour, 30 minute cruise down the great Mississippi River aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen. Enjoy a narrated tour with a licensed historian... Read More

Three Hour City Tour of New Orleans

Go beyond the typical city tour experience and see New Orleans like a local. Relax in an enclosed air-conditioned minibus and get a great introduction... Read More

The National WWII Museum Admission Ticket New Orleans

Designated by Congress as the official WWII museum of the United States, The National WWII Museum is located in downtown New Orleans on a six-acre... Read More

Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans

Warning! This tour is only for the brave! NOLA Ghost Riders provides the original and finest night-time cemetery tour. This experience gives guests the opportunity... Read More

New Orleans City Tour: Katrina, Garden District, French Quarter & Cemetery

Spend an unforgettable 3 hours on our comfortable air conditioned Mini-bus and get an overview of New Orleans. Experience the history and culture of the... Read More

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure

Take a New Orleans swamp tour and wetlands adventure! See the Cajuns of the Bayou living and surviving in harmony with the swamps. Here, the... Read More

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Tour Orleans provides world-class tour experiences. We aim to share our favorite places in our hometown to travelers from all over the globe and show the New Orleans culture and hospitality.

Tour Orleans offers City Tours on luxury buses, Swamp Tours, Ghost Tours, Combo Tours, and a Garden District Walking Tour. We also provide a private tour of New Orleans that includes a chauffeur and historian tour guide.

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Jazz Fest, French Quarter Fest, Freret Street Fest, and more - spring is festival season in NOLA. Here are some of our favorites.

Experience peak spring in New Orleans this month with world-famous fests, free concert series, crawfish, and more.

Break away from ordinary summer vacation destinations and plan a getaway that allows you to experience the one-of-a-kind culture, magic, and timelessness of New Orleans.

It's one of the most famous neighborhoods in the city for a reason–explore restaurants, attractions, nightlife, and more in the crown jewel of New Orleans. 

When it comes to boiled crawfish, spring is king and April is the peak. Get the lowdown on everything from how to peel 'em to where to find 'em.

Three New Orleans chefs/restaurants/bars made the list of finalists for the esteemed culinary awards in Chicago. See who was named and add them to your itinerary for your next visit to NOLA.

In a city known for its food, it's hard to go wrong when choosing a restaurant. But if you’re looking for the classics, these 15 are not to be missed.

While music takes center stage at Jazz Fest, the food is out-of-this-world amazing. Here's how we're planning to eat our way through the fest.

From boutique bed & breakfasts and luxury hotels to pet-friendly properties made for millennials, browse our hotels for every type of traveler in New Orleans.

There's a New Orleans hotel for every traveler's needs. Take advantage of deals and offers from hotels all around the city.

Looking forward to enjoying live music during your trip to New Orleans? The entertainment is just a few floors down at these New Orleans hotels. 

Experience a stay like none other at a boutique hotel in New Orleans, with custom finishes and personal touches.

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From sazeracs to gin fizzes, here are some of the city’s most iconic cocktails and the best places to order them.

Whether you want a laid back brewery scene or craft cocktails in a hidden courtyard oasis, here are the top spots for al fresco sips.

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New Orleans Taste of Gumbo Food Tour

Come hungry for this tour: you’re about to experience the many styles of gumbo and the fascinating history behind Louisiana’s official state cuisine!

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New Orleans Haunted Legends and Scandals Small Group Walking Tour

Come discover that the truth is often stranger and more fascinating with a local guide who will bring New Orleans legends to life on this walking tour of the French Quarter!

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Rebirth of New Orleans Tour: Life After Katrina Private Driving Tour

Discover the spirit of New Orleans as we tour iconic landmarks and neighborhoods that tell the story of the city’s incredible rebirth following Hurricane Katrina!

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New Orleans Private Cocktail Walking Tour

Explore the history and culture of the Crescent City through the lens of craft cocktails on this pay-as-you-wish cocktail tour of New Orleans with a local guide!

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Custom Mardi Gras Experience

Take a private tour and explore Mardi Gras and all that comes with it to the fullest — no matter the time of year!

New Orleans City Private Walking Tour

Touring in New Orleans with a local guide on a private excursion is the perfect way to really capture the essence of The Big Easy!

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New Orleans City Private Driving Tour

With your local New Orleans tour guide taking care of the driving explore a number of diverse neighborhoods and see the city’s most iconic sights!

Private Louisiana Plantation Driving Tour

Head out of the city with us on this private tour with a local New Orleans tour guide who will introduce you to the most historically significant Louisiana plantations.

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Food of the French Quarter

On our New Orleans food tour, we’ll take you to a local hangout for the best beignets and a chance to tuck into mouth-watering Cajun and Creole dishes.

New Orleans Garden District Tour

Come to the heart of the New Orleans Garden District – considered by many to be one of the best-preserved collections of historic mansions in the United States!

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New Orleans Jazz Tour

Come with us on this Jazz, History and Art tour of New Orleans!

The WeVenture team is composed of passionate locals who are enthusiastic about sharing their beautiful and unique city with you. From colonial history to cosmopolitan city centers, New Orleans is the perfect mix of old and new, providing you with a possible surprise at every turn.

With tours designed exclusively by the people who love to live here, you can be certain that WeVenture can provide a true feel for all the best parts of this multi-cultural metropolis! Book a tour today!

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Here at Nola Tour Guy, we are experts and not only the history and culture of New Orleans but also knowing the best things to do in New Orleans, The best places to see and the best places to eat in New Orleans. We’ve put it all together in the following Free New Orleans Travel Guide.

You’ve probably seen other guides online. Most of these guides are written to promote paid links. The writers of these guides get a percentage of sales, this is called affiliate links. Our guide features no affiliate links, we are sharing our favorite things to do in New Orleans based on our actual knowledge and passion.

New Orleans is a vibrant sensory experience, full of colorful streets, soulful rhythms, and unforgettable tastes. It’s the culinary heart of Creole and Cajun cuisine, and beyond delights from gum­bo to shrimps and grits, it’s the city that invented he muffuletta, the beignet, and the char-grilled oyster.

New Orleans, is famous for it’s iconic architecture, the New Orleans Saints, and perhaps the most famous street in America—Bourbon Street. Did you know you can legally drink on the street anywhere in New Orleans? Here locals like to say, “Only in New Orleans!” After spending about a day in New Orleans, you’ll quickly see why.

From where to catch legendary New Orleans live music to the best restaurants in New Orleans, and every other must do activity, including including swamp and plantation tours. Check out our guide. Scroll down and hit any of the buttons to access more detailed articles

Best Time to Travel to New Orleans (what is the weather like there?)

New Orleans is a wonderful place to visit in any season. But summers can get hot, the average high temperature is around 90F (or 32C). In addition hurricane season runs from August until November. That said, the crowds are smaller and the prices for hotels are lower. So if you don’t mind warm (and often rainy) weather this can be a good time to visit but we’d recommended purchasing travel insurance encase there’s a hurricane.

Winter is a great time to visit New Orleans. December and January see the streets dressed in their holiday best with multiple events and concerts, yet the overall crowds are lower, and hotel rates are cheaper. February in NOLA means Mardi Gras, the city’s most crowded season, with over 4 million party-goers from around the world.

The weather is also on your side -Louisiana has mild winters, with temperatures averaging in the 50s at night and 80s during the day. All of these factors combine to make NOLA an excellent winter destination!

Spring in New Orleans starts early, like mid February. Which also happens to be around Mardi Gras time. Mardi Gras falls anywhere between early February to March. Spring is the busiest time of year hosting the biggest festivals like Jazz Fest, because it has the best weather. So restaurants, bars and hotels might be much more crowded.

It rains something like 200 days in New Orleans, find out what to do on a rainy day in New Orleans .

There’s a lot of things to do in New Orleans. From drinking on Bourbon street to strolling among the ancient live oaks in City Park check out our guides below to find out more things to do in New Orleans

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The French Quarter is probably the most famous place to go in New Orleans and we definitely think you should check it out. It has been continuely occupied for 300 years. More then likely your hotel will either be in or close to the French Quarter but there lots of other places to check out in New Orleans. From antebellum mansions of the Garden District, to the quiet serenity of St Louis Cemetery #3 check out our guides to the Best Places to go in New Orleans.

People in New Orleans are extremely friendly. I like to say aggressively friendly. This might seem off putting if your coming form somewhere like New York City where people don’t talk to each other but this is normal and a great way to find out about things to do and places to eat and what peoples experiences are, and isn’t that what travel is all about? Get a drink at a bar and you might find yourself chatting with locals, just let it happen. Category five Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans in August 2005, flooding 80 percent of the city. It’s not polite to ask strangers about their Katrina experience many locals still have PTSD from this experience.

New Orleanians love wearing costumes, for pretty much any reason. If you are coming for a holiday like Halloween or Mardi gras you should consider packing a costume or buying one when you arrive. If you want to experience Mardi Gras, be sure to book well ahead of time and be ready for hotel rates to be higher than at other times of the year. Also, many popular sightseeing attractions are closed during Mardi Gras, so it’s if your coming for Mardi Gras don’t expect to do much besides celebrating Mardi Gras.

New Orleans is known as the birthplace of jazz. So seeing live music should be on your to do list. Be sure to try Gulf seafood. Whether it’s raw, boiled, fried, stuffed in a po’ boy, served in an étouffée or prepared any other way, a plate full of should be on everyone’s to do lists. New Orleans is one of the top ten cities in the United States for the number of annual visitors. and it’s very popular for conventions Louisiana is divided into parishes rather than counties like the other states, and greater New Orleans spans eight parishes. The motto of New Orleans is “Laissez les bon temps rouler,” or “Let the good times roll.” and we think it really sums it all up

The New Orleans Transit Authority operates four streetcar lines: the St. Charles line, the Canal Street line, the Riverfront line, and the Rampart line. Have your exact fare ready as they do not give change. ($1.25 one way) They also offer a Jazzy Pass which can be purchased online. Taking a streetcar is part of the fun as well as convenient transportation. The historic vehicles are part of New Orleans history.The green St Charles line street cars were built around 1948, they are truly antiques. Streetcars are the most iconic way to travel in New Orleans and are definitionally recommend but be aware they are a leisurely form of travel.

Buses: There are 40 different RTA bus routes that run across the city of New Orleans. A one-way ticket costs $1.25, and a $3 all-day Jazzy Pass gets you unlimited rides for 24 hours. Important bus lines are the 91 Esplande bus that runs from the French Quarter to City Park and the 11 Magazine bus that goes from the CBD (near the French Quarter) to shops on Magazine and the Garden District. Ferries: RTA Ferries transport travelers to Algiers from Canal street for $2 per ride. You can catch the ferry from the foot of Canal and it’s great way to check out the Mississippi river.

We strongly recommend checking out their App to buy tickets and find our more info on routes and schedules. You can also use Google Maps enter in the address you want to go and hit the bus icon and Google will give you directions on how to get where your going on public transportation.

Bicycles New Orleans is a relatively small city. We at Nola Tour Guy usually ride our bicycles to work to our walking tours and it usually only takes about 20 minutes. The city has been added bicycle lanes but we still strongly recommend wearing a helmet as New Orleans drivers are some of the worse in the country. Another thing to be aware of is the potholes. Our streets aren’t the smoothest . If this hasn’t deswaded you from riding a bicycle around New Orleans check out our Blue Bike program there are also several local business that rent bicycles.

Renting a car : Should you rent a car in New Orleans? Depends what your planning on. Just hanging out in the French Quarter? Probably unnecessary. Interesting in a Day Trip outside of New Orleans? Then consider renting one.

Find out more in our article about Should I rent a car in New Orleans?

The Green St Charles street cars have been operating since 1948!

New Orleans is famous for food. Muffuletta sandwiches, po’boys , oysters Rockefeller, and bananas foster all originated here, after all. Before we talk about where to eat lets talk a little about the food. You will see places advertising “Creole” and “Cajun”. Both Cajun and Creole dishes are native to Louisiana and found all over New Orleans. However, Cajun and Creole are unique ethnic groups with their traditions, culture, and cuisine. Cajun food was brought to Louisiana by the French Acadians , who migrated from Nova Scotia 250 years ago after the Seven Years War. Today, Cajun food is found all along the bayous of Louisiana, combining French and Southern dishes. They used to say a 7 course Cajun meal is a six pack of Bud and some boudin sausage.

More challenging to define, the term Creole holds no official definition but is generally said to have elements of French, European, African, Caribbean, or Hispanic descent mixed with a flair that is distinctly New Orleans. The impact of Creole culture is an inseparable part of the city. So the way to think about it is Urban vs Rural. Creole culture was historically centered around New Orleans and the French Quarter while Cajun culture is centered around the Bayous that surround the city.

We think that walking tours are the best way to see the city of New Orleans. Walking tours can go into so much more detail then bus tours. Nola Tour Guy offers FREE Historical Walking Tours, French Quarter tours, cemetery tours , Garden District Tours and Private Tours of New Orleans. How can our expert guides lead you through; the most interesting and historic neighborhoods in New Orleans for free? We are so sure you will love our tours you will gladly pay what you feel the tour is worth ($15-25 per person is suggested). Unlike other free walking tours in New Orleans, Nola Tour Guy is not a corporate chain but is run by local guides who are passionate about our history and excited to share with you the unique culture of the city they love. Our goal is to demystify the city so you’ll walk away understanding what makes New Orleans unique and important to us and to the world.

It might seem strange to you to want to tour a New Orleans Cemetery but New Orleans Cemeteries are extremely unique. However, by exploring a “ city of the dead ”, we can actually learn a lot about how people in the past lived, and perhaps even gain clues on how we should live today.

The first thing I think we all learned when either a grandparent or a beloved pet died is that life is impermanent, and that death is sudden and often random. This was especially true in New Orleans in the 19th century, when premature death was quite common. I don’t think it’s much of a leap to connect New Orleanians’ propensity for wild celebration to this proximity to death.

New Orleans has lots and lots of cemeteries and two very famous ones. Learn more about what Cemeteries to visit in New Orleans and why. Which ones are worth visiting and why? check out our guides.

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What New Orleans tours should you consider when you visit this exciting city?

If you’ve been to New Orleans or you’re planning a trip, you’ll notice there are a lot of tours to choose from. A LOT! Even once you’re there, you’ll see large groups of tourists in tour groups day and night in areas like the French Quarter and the Garden District.

There are tours with all sorts of focuses, from food tours to history tours, ghost tours to voodoo tours, and more. There’s really no limit to what you’ll find!

I have been to New Orleans three times now, and there’s still so much to learn about this incredible city! I went recently and decided to do a little more touring than I had done in the past, and it was well worth it! Tours are a great way to make you fall in love with this city even more!

Here are the different types of New Orleans tours you’ll find, along with some suggestions for some of the best tours and some tips for how to choose which tour(s) you’ll take when there.

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About New Orleans

New Orleans is a one-of-a-kind city in the United States and is on most bucket lists to visit. And for so many good reasons!

There is tremendous cultural diversity in New Orleans, and it impacts everything in the city, from its unique personality to the food, the architecture, and the music. You’ll find an eclectic mix, given its heritage.

New Orleans was ruled during different times in its history by the French, Spanish, and British. Due to two devastating fires that burned most of the French Quarter, the historic downtown area of the city, you’ll find architecture from all three.

There’s also a strong African influence here as well as Native Americans. All of these groups converge on New Orleans, creating an eclectic mix that influences life in this thriving city.

From Creole and Cajun roots, as well as European influences, you’ll find incredible architecture, jazz music, and incredible cuisine. Of course, Mardi Gras is a highlight of life in New Orleans and the historic French Quarter.

Types of New Orleans Tours

There are a lot of different kinds of tours in New Orleans based on different interests. Since New Orleans is known to be a very haunted city, you’ll find a lot of night tours focused on that aspect.

It can be quite overwhelming to decide, as you want to balance how much time you spend on tours vs. how much you explore on your own.

I know when I recently visited New Orleans, I was shocked by how many tours are offered and how many different types of tours are available.

And wandering through the city, which is so very walkable, not a day went by where I didn’t see dozens of tour groups wandering about! Some during the day, and many of them at night!

Of course, I couldn’t take them all, but I chose a few based on my top interests. And that’s how I recommend you tackle it as well!

I also did a good bit of research to determine some of the companies with the best reputation for tours as well as some specific highly recommended tours.

Here are some of the different types of tours you’ll see (though by no means an exhaustive list, as new ones pop up all the time!)

• History tours
• Ghost, vampire, and voodoo tours
• Cemetery tours
• Swamp tours
• Plantation tours

Some of these tours are specific to an area, like history tours focused on the French Quarter or the Garden District. So, this list is high-level, and you’ll find a lot of variety.

You’ll also find some very specific tours with visits to places like Mardi Gras World and the Sazerac House, where you can learn more about the drink created right here in New Orleans.

Top New Orleans Tours

This list is a collection based on both my personal experience and research. The tours I did choose to go on were well-researched, and I was happy with my experiences.

This is not to say that you won’t find perfectly good tours not on this list, but these are tours that people are raving about as of this writing. If you take a tour you love and don’t see it here, send me a message! I’d love to keep this up-to-date and incorporate reader experiences!

Here are some great ideas for the different tours. I grouped them by tour type to make it easier so you can choose what you’re interested in, then review, taking a look at the tours.

1. New Orleans Food Tour

This New Orleans food history tour by Doctor Gumbo is raved about! I really wanted to do this one but ran out of time. I read a number of reviews by bloggers that I follow and feel comfortable recommending.

On this “guided foodie walking tour,” you’ll sample up to nine foods in five eateries in the French Quarter. You’ll taste Louisiana staples like po-boys, pralines, Boudin, the muffuletta, and of course, gumbo.

This will be a mix of Creole restaurants and hole-in-the-wall local joints. While you’re filling your tummy with incredible local eats, you’ll learn about the culinary heritage of the city.

They also offer this combination cocktail and food tour . It’s a four-hour tour with 9 foods and 4 cocktails to try. You’ll learn about some of the cocktails and dishes that originated here and get to try them. Yum! Here’s another well-rated food and cocktail tour option .

Another option for a highly-rated tour is this food tour . It also delves into the history of this area through the food. Additionally, it’s showing as a carbon-neutral tour organized and led by an eco-certified tour operator.

If you want a private food tour , you have that option, too. And you can also take a cocktail tour (and skip the food!) Another fun option is a Frenchmen Street Pub Crawl to enjoy live music with cocktails.

Looking for a food tour of the Garden District ? Check out this tour .

2. New Orleans Cemetery Tour

Visit two of the most haunted New Orleans cemeteries on a tour. In one, you’ll learn about New Orleans’ s voodoo history and see where the most famous practitioner is buried. (Does the name Marie Laveau ring a bell?)

Cemeteries are now mostly closed to tourists, so the only way you can visit them is with a special tour. On this tour, you’ll get to visit cemeteries where other tours generally can’t go.

This tour has a special angle I haven’t seen on other ghost tours where you can see footage of EMF readers picking up ghostly activity where you visit. And you learn how to use it. It would be especially interesting for people who really believe in ghosts!

Here’s another interesting cemetery tour to check out if you’re interested.

You’ll learn chilling tales of the cemeteries’ inhabitants during their lives and after death.

Want to visit the tomb of Marie Laveau? She was believed to have been buried in a tomb in St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, marked by Xs. You can visit the tomb of the Voodoo Queen on this tour .

3. French Quarter Walking Tour

There are a lot of great walking tours of the French Quarter focusing on different things. If you’re interested in history and culture, this French Quarter walking tour may be right up your alley.

They are small group tours that cover the history, architecture, and food of this vibrant area. On the tour, you’ll see iconic landmarks like St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, the French Market, the Mississippi River, and more.

This is the French Quarter History tour that we took and really enjoyed.

You’ll also have a storyteller tour guide who shares the “stories of the triumphant and tawdry characters” of the past that influence this area.

Another fantastic tour, and one that I took during my last visit, is the New Orleans Secrets French Quarter Walking Tour . Our guide was wonderful and did a great job sharing the highlights of this intriguing city.

Here is a tour called: French Quarter Tour—Brothels, Bordellos, and Ladies of the Night . It might be interesting and a different aspect of the local history to check out. Here’s another French Quarter tour with the same company, Two Chicks. We took their Garden District tour and they’re a great company.

Want to learn more about the music history of the French Quarter? Check out this tour .

4. French Quarter Ghost, Vampires, and Voodoo Tour

Ghosts, vampires, voodoo.. it’s all good in New Orleans!

New Orleans is believed to be one of the most haunted cities in the US. Almost every hotel and every building seem to have a story of a haunting from the past.

It’s also rampant with stories of vampires and voodoo practice. So, it makes sense to combine them all into one tour to see all of the spooky sites in the French Quarter!

You’ll see the infamous LaLaurie Mansion, St. Germaine House, Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar, Old Ursuline Convent, the Voodoo Museum, and more of the darker side of New Orleans. There’s even a haunted restaurant where they set a table to ensure diners have no issues!

If you’d rather focus just on ghosts, no problem! This New Orleans ghost tour may be just what you’re seeking. Or interested in a haunted pub crawl? There are a number of haunted pubs to visit on this tour.

True crime lover? Check out this tour focused on True Crime in the French Quarter .

5. New Orleans Garden District Tour

You’ll find almost as many tours of the Garden District just as you will in the French Quarter. This area was the American section before the time after the Louisiana Purchase and is known for its gorgeous antebellum mansions.

There are a lot of famous folks who live here, like Sandra Bullock, John Goodman, and more. In fact, Ann Rice’s former home is here, and the area, along with New Orleans’ French Quarter, serves as inspiration for her vampire books.

On this tour, you’ll get to peek inside Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, currently closed to the public, and learn about New Orleans’ interesting burial customs. And walk along gorgeous tree-lined streets and learn all about the people who established this wealthy suburb after the Louisiana Purchase.

Just imagine what it might be like to live here! A Garden District tour is a highlight of any trip to New Orleans. This Garden District Food and History tour offers another great perspective, combining the unique history of this neighborhood with food tastings at some of the top spots.

This is the Garden District walking tour we took and enjoyed. It does focus a bit on the famous people living in the area, so if you are less interested in this aspect, you may want to check out a different one.

6. Plantation Tours in New Orleans

There are a few different plantation tours to choose from in New Orleans. The one I most highly recommend is a tour to the Whitney Plantation.

I’ll tell you—I’ve been to a lot of places in my travels, and this visit is still sticking with me. While most plantation tours in this area and others show you the beauty and glamour of plantation life, they gloss over one of the most important aspects: slavery.

The Whitney Plantation dives deep into slavery during the antebellum period of New Orleans. It’s not an easy tour to do, and be prepared with tissues. But it’s so very important.

Learn about the families that lived on this plantation, including both the owners and the slaves. It’s so important to learn both aspects when visiting a plantation, and this one does an incredible job of offering the balance that so many don’t.

I highly recommend this tour. If you go on one day trip from New Orleans, don’t miss the Whitney Plantation.

7. Swamp Tours New Orleans

Taking an airboat swamp tour is one of the most popular things to do in New Orleans. The swamps are under an hour from the center of New Orleans, so doing this makes an easy half-day trip.

On these tours, you get to take a high-speed airboat ride with a local that grew up in the area. During the tour, you’ll get to see wildlife like alligators, birds, and more.

The airboats can hit speeds of 35 miles an hour! It’s an exhilarating and exciting ride, albeit quite noisy. They do provide ear protection, and it’s a good idea to use it!

Not only will you see the mystery but also the beauty of the swamp. The guide will tell you all about living in and growing up in this area. And you’ll learn the living habits of alligators while getting to know more about them.

What’s a Swamp Tour Like?

Hold onto your hat on a high-speed, small group (up to 16 passengers) airboat ride through the swamps and marshlands just outside New Orleans. Look for alligators and other wildlife, along with diverse bird species in their natural habitat.

The captain will stop for a bit for photo opportunities, and all of the boats have stadium seating so you can get good views. It’s a pretty amazing adventure as these boats can go in areas that are only inches deep, where traditional boats can’t go.

I had the opportunity to take this tour with the Louisiana Tour Company, and highly recommend them. The tour I took was in a 16-seater boat, which was perfectly fine. They also offer the smaller, 6-9-person tour as well.

Louisiana Tour Company offers other tours as well, including combination swamp and plantation tours if you’re short on time. They, unfortunately, don’t go to the Whitney Plantation, though.

8. Mississippi River Boat Tour

What could be more New Orleans than a jazz cruise on the Mississippi River ? Enjoy the city of New Orleans on the Steamboat Natchez as it glides along the river. You can add a buffet if you choose.

The Steamboat Natchez jazz cruise is offered by day or night . It’s the only authentic steamboat surviving in New Orleans. Listen to the Dukes of Dixieland trio and enjoy a brief live narration by the captain.

You’ll be wowed by breathtaking views as you journey back in time. Enjoy craft cocktails or a bite from the buffet, and make sure to check out all four decks and the top to see the best views of New Orleans and along the Mississippi River.

Other Top Tours

There are a lot of other places where you can visit and tour the property, including some businesses and museums. Here are some that I thought were interesting:

• Mardi Gras World —THE place to go to learn about Mardi Gras in New Orleans. You might be surprised to learn it’s not just the party of a few weeks we come to learn about, but Mardi Gras is a part of the culture of this town. Check out the behind-the-scenes of one of the most famous parties in the world on this self-guided tour.
• The Sazerac House —The place to go to learn all about the famous drink that got its start in New Orleans. The recipe changed when absinthe was made illegal for a time. If you’re of age, they offer three tastings where you can try a Sazerac and other related drinks like the Manhattan and the whiskey sour. See what you like the best!
• 1850 House —This is a fun and short self-guided tour of a historic home located on Jackson Square. They have posted information and recordings so you can learn more of what it was like to live in New Orleans during this time period.
• Hop-On Hop Off Tours —New Orleans does have one of those hop-on hop-off buses which can provide an option for tours. They’re particularly good when you don’t want to walk a lot to see the sites, and you’re limited in time and want a very specific itinerary.
• New Orleans School of Cooking —If you’re inspired to learn to cook Cajun and Creole specialties after spending time in New Orleans, this cooking school has a class to teach you to do just that!
• City of New Orleans and Katrina Recovery Tour —If you’re interested in learning about New Orleans from the perspective of the massive recovery and reconstruction effort following Hurricane Katrina, this is a great tour to take.
• New Orleans Drunken History Walking Tour —Interested in learning about the history of New Orleans while enjoying a few locally-founded beverages? This tour offers some of the best of New Orleans’ cocktails while you learn all about the town. (First drink included only.)

Sazerac House

Which of the New Orleans Tours Will You Choose?

It can be tough to choose with so many options, so how will you do it? First, give some thought to what interests you most about the city.

If you’re into history or culture, a walking tour of the French Quarter or Garden District will be right up your alley. If you’re really interested in the paranormal or dark arts, check out ghost, vampire, and voodoo tours.

And if you really love history but want to learn more about the food, check out the many food tours available. The great thing is that there are tours for just about any topic, and many of the tours are combined, offering you things like food and history together. Perfect, right?

If you choose a tour on this list, I’ve done the homework for you checking ratings and reviews. If you decide to choose a different tour, just make sure it’s well-rated and that the company has been around for a while.

You really can’t go wrong with taking a tour of New Orleans, and it’s such a great way to learn more about this interesting and unique city. Which of the New Orleans tours will you try? If you have any favorites, let me know, and I’d love to update this post!

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New Orleans Visitor Guide 2024: Everything you need to know

With its vibrant nightlife, unique culture, and Creole cooking, New Orleans is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the American South. Located along the famed Mississippi River in Louisiana, The Big Easy was founded at the start of the 18th century, when French colonists established the city as the capital of French Louisiana. It remained in French hands until 1803, when it was given to the U.S. during the Louisiana Purchase. 

New Orleans has retained its French heritage, which contributes to its Cajun and Creole culture. Whether you're visiting to experience Mardi Gras or fancy catching some live music in the birthplace of jazz, New Orleans is an exciting city for tourists to explore.

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10 Best Ways to Experience New Orleans in 2024

With a fascinating history and a truly unique culture, New Orleans isn’t a city where you’re likely to run out of things to do. But there’s much more to this legendary party town than the French Quarter and Mardi Gras. Drop off your unneeded bags at a Bounce luggage storage in New Orleans, and you’ll be all set to get a deeper understanding of the city by taking one of these tours. Once you’ve seen the Big Easy through the eyes of a local, you may never want to leave again.

Best bus tour - New Orleans Native tours

If you want to take things easy while still seeing what the city has to offer, a bus tour is hard to beat. This company offers bus tours that are suitable for both children and adults, and have five different tours you can choose from. You can learn about the city’s top attractions or visit the atmospheric cemeteries to get a glimpse into the past with this family-owned business. Contact them at [email protected] or 1 855-968-8687.

Best carriage tour — Royal Carriages

This one-of-a-kind tour may be the closest you’ll get to traveling by time machine. Relax to the steady clip-clop of the horse’s hooves as you roll through this old city in a horse and carriage just as generations of travelers did in years gone by. The tours travel through the famous French Quarter where many of the city’s oldest and most interesting buildings are. They also offer night tours for a very atmospheric experience. You can book tours online or reach out to them at [email protected] or 1 504-943-8820.

Best birdseye view — New Orleans Aerial tours

If you want to see Nola like you never imagined, this is the company to call. They offer tours by both airplane and helicopter, with 10 different tours to choose from. Tours are available with a minimum of two passengers, and a flight over the city, especially at sunset, may be the most romantic thing you can do in this already romantic city. Contact them at [email protected] or 1 504-241-9131.

Best kayak tour — Kayak Swamp Tours

The urban attractions of New Orleans often get most of the attention, but if you have the time, you shouldn’t neglect the opportunity to see a more natural side of the city. The bayous and swamps of the city are home to some fascinating creatures, and there’s no better way to explore than in a kayak. This company offers tours that range from two to eight hours in length, and they will provide all equipment and safety instruction you need to paddle your way through and beyond the city. It’s a truly unique way to see New Orleans, and a wonderful experience that’s ideal for boat lovers. Contact them to book at [email protected] or 1 504-571-9975.

Best ghost tour — Unique NOLA

The city of New Orleans is both haunting and haunted. With centuries of history behind it, you probably won’t be surprised to hear the city is regarded as one of the most haunted in North America. You can explore this supernatural legacy with a tour by Unique NOLA . This quirky company offers five different ghost tours, including one that is only suitable for adults where you will get to hear the scariest stories of the city. They take up to 15 guests on each tour, but if you want a more private experience, they can also book you on a private tour that is guaranteed to be a hair-raising delight. Contact them at [email protected] or 1 504-777-7769.

Best bike tour — Flambeaux Bicycle Tours

With its flat topography and charming narrow streets, New Orleans is a perfect city to explore by bike. If you want to have the best experience, take a bike tour with this locally owned company that can help you travel in safety and see all the best spots the city has to offer. They offer tours that take place both day and night, so you can see every different aspect of the city. Tours can take place with as little as two people, and they never take more than 10 people on a tour, so you won’t be crowded while you explore. Book a tour at [email protected] or 1 504-321-1505.

Best history tour — The Savvy Native

The history of New Orleans is rich and complex, and you’ll need a guide to help you navigate even part of it. This company has an impressive range of tours based around such specialist areas as jazz music and the city’s Jewish history. There are also food and bike tours so you can enjoy more of the city’s modern culture. Best of all, they offer combo tours so you can get a little taste of everything on your Louisiana trip. Contact them at [email protected] or 1 504-377-4698.

Best architecture tour — New Orleans Architecture Tour

This company may not have the most creative name, but what they do have is knowledgeable guides that can take you to see some of the most beautiful buildings in the entire country. New Orleans is blessed with many different architectural styles from various periods of its history, and these tours will help you understand the significance behind the way the city is today. They will also help you understand the different districts of the city and how they all combine to make New Orleans the place it is. Contact them at [email protected] or 1 504-355-1213.

Best food tour — Taste Of Nawlin

New Orleans is one of America’s top food cities. Combining Spanish, French, African, and American influences, this is the home of Creole and Cajun cooking as well as some of the best barbecue in the world. With so many different levels to its culinary history, you’ll never get to grips with it all on a single tour. Luckily, this company offers multiple tours, including a breakfast tour where you can sample delicious beignets or a walking tour of the French Quarter where you can try both traditional and cutting-edge Louisiana cuisine. These tours are understandably popular, so make sure you book one by reaching out to Taste Of Nawlin s at [email protected] or 1 504-298-6877.

Best car tour — New Orleans Private Tours

Deciding on the best things to do during a weekend in Crescent City isn't easy, with dozens of varied attractions, ranging from cathedrals to jazz clubs. Once you've dropped off your bags at a New Orleans storage locker, consider swinging by some of The Big Easy's best attractions. 

• Wander down Bourbon Street in New Orleans’ French Quarter. This terraced street is the party capital of The Big Easy and boasts bright lights and loud music. While in the area, stop off at the 18th century Jean Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop for a libation.
• Pay a visit to the historic Jackson Square. This 2.5-acre plaza is known for its statue of Andrew Jackson and is home to a collective of open-air artists.
• Discover St. Louis Cathedral. Overlooking Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral is the oldest cathedral on the continent and features incredible Spanish colonial architecture. 
• Get in the carnival spirit with a tour of Mardi Gras World. This vast museum contains hundreds of floats and costumes from past Mardi Gras festivals. 
• Catch a show at Preservation Hall. A jazz institution, Preservation Hall has live shows almost every night of the year, performed by more than 50 local musicians. 

New Orleans lockers

New Orleans is a fast-paced city with a high crime rate, meaning you'll want to find somewhere to store your bags while exploring. Bounce has several conveniently located storage lockers in New Orleans , where you can securely stow your suitcases and belongings before taking in the sights. Just download the app to make a booking, and locate a facility close to you. This way, you won't have to worry about your belongings while discovering what The Big Easy has to offer. 

Off the beaten path in New Orleans

Fancy getting out and discovering the best of the bayou? If you want to escape the city and get in touch with nature, you'll find several state parks and wildlife areas surrounding New Orleans. There's also plenty of lesser-known attractions which are well worth visiting but tend to be less popular with tourists. 

• Relax along the Mississippi River at Bayou Segnette State Park. Situated about ten miles south of New Orleans, Bayou Segnette State Park is ideal for a range of outdoor activities, including fishing, boating, and bird watching.
• Hunt for ghosts at the Saint Louis Cemeteries. New Orleans' three historic Roman Catholic graveyards are the final resting place of many famous New Orleanians, including voodoo priestess Marie Laveau and former governor Jacques Villeré. 
• Learn about local wartime history at Fort Pike State Historic Site. Constructed in the wake of the War of 1812, the ruinous Fort Pike was in use during the Seminole Wars, the Mexican War, and the Civil War.

What to do alone in New Orleans

If you're traveling alone in Crescent City, you might be wondering what the best activities are for solo sightseers. Whether you're road-tripping across the South or you're just looking for something to do after a business meeting, there's plenty of attractions that are ideal for traveling on your own in The Big Easy.

• Take a tour of the New Orleans Museum of Art. The city's oldest museum has an impressive collection of over 40,000 objects and boasts works by world-famous artists such as Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Pablo Picasso, and Claude Monet.
• Spend the day shopping at the French Market. The Shops on the Colonnade are home to everything from art galleries to sportswear stores.
• Find out what lurks in the bayou at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas. This aquarium is home to thousands of aquatic critters, including piranhas, penguins, and sharks. 

The best souvenirs in New Orleans

New Orleans is an enchanting city, and any traveler will want to pick up a souvenir from their visit. There are several shopping areas in New Orleans, like Royal Street, Magazine Street, and the French Market, where you'll find an array of souvenir and antique stores, which are perfect for picking up a memento. Get a beignet mix, so you recreate one of New Orleans’ most famous snacks at home or buy some beads to remember Mardi Gras. Another great place to visit for a souvenir is Marie Laveau's House Of Voodoo on Bourbon Street, where you can purchase a uniquely New Orleans nicknack for your family and friends. 

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