Top Louisiana Half-day Tours - page 2

An interactive way to learn about the history of Destrehan Plantation, this night tour takes you on a journey to delve into the rich history of diverse groups like enslaved Africans, free creoles of color, Acadians, and Native Americans who shaped Louisiana's cultural tapestry. Learn about the 1811 slave revolt, walk among lingering spirits, and trace the evolution of Voodoo in south Louisiana. Uncover the mysteries behind this often misunderstood religion with the help of your personal storyteller.

See New Orleans beyond just the French Quarter on a bike tour that gets you out into less-touristy neighborhoods like Faubourg Marigny and Bywater. Learn about the city's multicultural origins and follow the evolution of its Creole culture, stopping to hear local lore and snap photos at landmarks like the St. Roch Cemetery. The flexibility of both a small group size and a two-wheeled tour is a great way to expand your view of the Big Easy.

A trip to New Orleans isn't complete without experiencing Louisiana's local wildlife. This group boat ride takes you to the swamps and bayous, where you learn about alligators, snakes, turtles, local birds, and more—while looking out for them. Your guide knows the best areas for spotting wildlife, improving your chances of seeing various species up close. Also learn about local Cajun culture through your guide’s stories.

Discover what makes New Orleans unforgettable on a small-group van tour that combines the city’s most popular experiences in one. Walk the French Quarter, admire Garden District homes, visit historic cemeteries, and learn about Hurricane Katrina’s lasting impact. With a local guide, get an insider’s view on why residents love this vibrant, soulful city. A perfect introduction for first-time visitors and history enthusiasts alike.

Embark on a food-filled journey around the French Quarter of New Orleans—and visit places you might miss while exploring alone—on this private tasting tour. With your guide in the lead, set off to discover historical highlights from St. Louis Cathedral to Bourbon Street. Along the way, enjoy a range of traditional Creole and Cajun bites, including gumbo and beignets, while you’re immersed in the neighborhood’s culture and heritage.

Discover New Orleans' one-of-a-kind culinary traditions—and taste the best of the city's classic dishes—on this small-group walking tour through the atmospheric French Quarter. Meet your guide in the afternoon, and come prepared with an appetite: you'll visit six different restaurants, bakeries, and mom-and-pop joints, and will enjoy hearty samples of the city's most beloved, classic dishes. As you go, learn more about New Orleans' history and culinary culture from your guide.

Experience the grandeur of New Orleans’ antebellum south on a half-day tour of Oak Alley Plantation. Journey through time to the manicured estate and into the gorgeous home, built in 1839. View stunning architecture, oak-lined esplanades, and enduring sugar cane fields while learning about the plantation’s fascinating – and often somber – histories from local guides. Upgrade your experience to include a pontoon swamp tour.

Exploring outside the city limits of New Orleans can be difficult without a car. With this private tour, visit two of the best-preserved antebellum plantations—Oak Alley and Laura—without worrying about navigating or dealing with crowded tour buses. Take a docent-led tour at each site to learn about the complex and often dark history of the rural South, including the impact of enslavement in Louisiana.

Learn more about a side of Louisiana’s history that should never be forgotten. Tour plantations with a guide who can share more about what life was like for enslaved people in the South. Admission to Oak Alley Plantation is included, and you can feel free to pick your guide’s brain about the things you see on the tour.

Indulge in New Orleans liquid culture on this insider cocktail tour of the historic French Quarter, which helps you journey beyond the hubbub of Bourbon Street. Visit four historic local haunts with a cocktail included at each. At each venue, admire the mixology of bartenders, discover the origins and truths of centuries‐old spirits such as absinthe, and take away tailored tips for the rest of your time in the city.

Explore the fascinating culinary history of New Orleans from the comfort and safety of a bicycle, covering much more ground than you would on foot. Follow your guide around hidden corners to discover their favorite eateries, where you’ll taste Louisiana delicacies and hear the stories behind each dish. Gain insight you won’t get in a guidebook as your tastebuds become immersed in traditional dishes without the hassle of restaurant reservations.

Experience the best of New Orleans on a historical walking tour that introduces you to the city’s diverse flavors and culture. Follow your guide to different locations and sample multiple dishes—such as gumbo and sweet fried plantains—plus four full-size drinks that showcase the best of New Orlean's cocktail heritage. Taste food and drinks you might otherwise miss while learning how they are integral to life in New Orlean.

New Orleans is famous for its cuisine, but with so much to try, knowing where to go or what to pick can be overwhelming. This tour demystifies local culinary traditions, with the help of a guide to lead the way. Visit several classic restaurants and sample local Creole, Cajun, and French-inspired specialties such as gumbo, jambalaya, pralines, and more.

Get familiar with the neighborhoods of New Orleans by bike, without having to exert yourself, by signing up for this small-group tour by electric bicycle. While you'll see plenty of the French Quarter, you'll also get the chance to go beyond it, visiting historic areas including Marigny, Treme, Bywater, and Bay St. John while your professional guide tells you about the city's past and present.

Explore New Orleans’ rich history and stunning architecture on this small-group tour. Travel by air-conditioned van through iconic areas like the French Quarter, Bayou St John, and the Garden District, with guided walking tours of St. Louis Cemetery #3 and City Park’s Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Enjoy highlights like Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and a stop for beignets at the famous Café du Monde (own expense).

Instead of simply hearing ghost stories, experience them for yourself on one of the only interactive ghost tours in New Orleans. Join a paranormal guide at what are reputed to be some of the most haunted locations in the French Quarter. With just your small group for company, set off in the evening, and have the chance to use real ghost-hunting tools to try and pick up on paranormal activity.

This tour immerses you in the social, cultural, and musical life of New Orleans. Visit historic neighborhoods, such as the Garden District and Treme, and landmarks including Congo Square as you learn about the legacy of Creole, Afro, and Indigenous communities. Along the way, pass by the birthplaces of music legends, hear about the city’s love of jazz, and discover why hip-hop and rap are becoming its sound today.

The Whitney Plantation Museum is known for being the site where one of the biggest slave rebellions in the United States occurred. Find out about the history of slavery and the stories of those who lived on the plantation by going on this self-guided tour. To help you save time traveling on public transport and get to the museum with ease, pickup is included from New Orleans.

Discover a different side of New Orleans—and admire a new perspective from the water's edge—on this steamboat tour down the Mississippi River. Board the historic riverboat—either the Steamboat Natchez or her sister vessel—for a morning or afternoon tour. Stroll the deck, admire the iconic paddlewheel, enjoy live music, and snap photos of the picturesque shoreline. This family‐friendly excursion offers an optional lunch (additional expense).

Explore New Orleans’ untamed bayou on an airboat tour that includes round-trip transportation and admission to an albino alligator exhibit. Cruise through marshes and swamps as your guide shares stories about the region’s wildlife and history that you won't get in the guidebook. Spot alligators, birds, and other native species, and stop at the remote village of Jean Lafitte, once home to the legendary 19th-century smuggler.

Experience the highlights of New Orleans in one comprehensive half-day tour. This itinerary combines a guided walk through the historic French Quarter, time to grab lunch at the famous French Market, a 75-minute cruise along the Mississippi River aboard the Riverboat City of New Orleans, and a narrated bus tour showcasing the city’s top sights. Along the bus tour, you’ll pass by some of New Orleans’ most well-known landmarks, including the National WWII Museum, the charming Garden District, New Orleans City Park, Mardi Gras World, and the Audubon Aquarium. Beginning at Café Beignet, this well-balanced experience is designed to be easy and enjoyable, blending guided exploration with free time. It’s a great option for first-time visitors or anyone looking to see a wide range of the city’s highlights in a single outing.

Get access to a privately owned wildlife refuge on the Manchac Swamp on this day tour from New Orleans. Step aboard a boat and embark on a wildlife tour to a pristine area where no other boats can go; you'll see and learn about swamp flora and fauna. Round-trip transportation from downtown New Orleans makes this trip an easy option to get out of the city for the day.

If you're looking for no-holds-barred frights in New Orleans, explore the city’s dark history on this adults-only tour. Set off after nightfall to discover a new perspective on the city, and steel yourself for gruesome tales and fearsome encounters: Your guide saves the most grisly true-crime stories, voodoo legends, and paranormal frights for this tour, and takes you past the French Quarter's most supposedly haunted locations.

Experience the highlights of New Orleans on this sightseeing bus tour, including an above-ground cemetery, the bustling French Quarter, the opulent Garden District, and St. Charles Avenue. Absorb the sights and sounds of the city as you learn about its fascinating history from your guide. Upgrade to receive admission to Vue Orleans, a 360° indoor and outdoor observatory deck, after your tour.