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New Orleans is known for its haunted history and vibrant bar scene, so optimize your time in the Big Easy and experience both on this combined ghost tour and pub crawl. Discover the top watering holes on Bourbon Street and lesser-known dives where you can grab drinks that won't break the bank. Your guide will regale you with chilling tales of spirits and ghouls as you stroll past haunted hotels, churches, and other spook-filled sites between bar stops.

If you’re curious about the history of the Brooklyn Bridge, then this is the tour for you. Learn about this engineering marvel, without the need for prior research, as a guide provides stories along the way. During the tour, discover the highlights of DUMBO, and get tips on prime photo spots that you might miss otherwise. Key views to check off include City Hall, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan Bridge.

Immerse yourself in the eerie ambiance of New Orleans with an interesting French Quarter ghost tour. Known for its rich Voodoo culture and haunted reputation, this city inspired tales like "Interview with the Vampire" and scenes from "True Blood." On this tour, you'll explore spooky sites while your guide shares chilling stories from the city's dark history. Whether you're a fan of the supernatural or curious about local legends, this experience offers a thrilling way to explore this haunted city.

Soar through the skies of New Orleans—and even have the chance to take the controls yourself—during this private flight and flying lesson. Admire views of the French Quarter, the Mississippi River, and the Superdome from the air, as you fly with a certified FAA instructor. The lesson includes both ground instruction and hands-on flying time, and no prior experience or certification is required.

Savor thrills, shocks and drinks (own expense) on this NOLA bar crawl with a difference—a ghost tour, led by a costumed guide. Discover some of the South’s oldest buildings; hear tales of war, Voodoo, murder and piracy; and see the French Quarter in a new dark light. Highlights include Pat O’Brien’s and the Cornstalk Hotel, not to mention the French Market, St. Louis Cathedral and Pirates Alley.

Leave the tourist crowds of the French Quarter behind and discover the flavors of New Orleans like a local on a 2.5- to 3-hour food tour. Offered in either the Garden District or Bywater Neighborhood, you have the flexibility to choose the itinerary that most appeals to your palate. Whichever you pick, enjoy food and drinks at three local joints that you won’t find in a typical guidebook.

Take a break from the bustle of New Orleans to explore the lifestyles and complex history of rural Louisiana on a day trip to the Oak Alley Plantation. Take a guided tour the opulent antebellum mansion, gardens, and enslaved people's cabins, and learn about the lives of the free and enslaved families who lived here. During the drive to River Road, learn about the region's history, from the Civil War to Hurricane Katrina.

Embark on a private kayak and canoe small-group tour through Louisiana's historic Manchac Swamp. A local naturalist guides you, providing explanations of historical information and the native ecosystem. Paddle through this slow-moving bayou, once home to the ghost town of Ruddock, and a passage for historic New Orleans explorers. Discover the swamp's rich history and diverse wildlife, creating an immersive and educational outdoor experience.

Experience Louisiana’s wild bayou country on an exciting, family-friendly airboat tour. This tour includes a ride on a small airboat (maximum 13 passengers) that zips through the tree‐lined marshes at speeds up to 45 mph (72 kph). While onboard, enjoy lively commentary from your guide as you view lush scenery and local wildlife, including alligators, nutria, and native birds. Pickup and drop-off from downtown New Orleans and French Quarter hotels included.

Vampires and Ghosts. Murders and suicides. Brutal slave owners. New Orleans' dark and demented history contributes to its reputation as one of America's most haunted cities. During this guided walking tour of the historic French Quarter, you'll will use ghost-seeking equipment and paranormal activity detectors in a quest to uncover supernatural apparitions, ghosts and demons. It's a hit with families and individuals alike.

Get an insider’s view of New Orleans on this small-group introduction to the city. Hop aboard a bus with a small group of fellow travelers and visit historic neighborhoods, including the French Quarter and the Garden District. Check out one of the Big Easy's famous cemeteries while learning about the city’s history, architecture, and vibrant culture.

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.

Discover the charming Carrollton neighborhood where history and architecture intersect with the St. Charles Streetcar Line and the mighty Mississippi River. This former resort destination has evolved over 200 years into a community rich with culture and colorful characters galore. Tales of lumber and brick yards, butchers, riverboat captains and dairies are woven together to complete a dynamic picture of this vibrant neighborhood. Emily Manger, @TheCarrolltonian, will define its architectural styles, introduce historic figures, and highlight captivating moments in time. Stories span from the cradle of Carrollton to modern times spotlighting luminaries that shaped New Orleans at large.

Experience a classic NOLA dining experience like a VIP with this special access pass to a shrimp boil cabaret at Mister Gregory’s. Indulge in a private dinner party celebrating local flavors and vibrant music. The shrimp is sourced from local shrimping families at their docks to select the freshest Gulf shrimp before letting the "Shrimp Boil King of New Orleans" cook you up a scrumptious dinner. Then dig into this authentic New Orleans dish, all the while local performers keep you entertained.

Discover the beloved Garden District in New Orleans with an intimate group led by a local who shares stories and insights you wouldn’t learn otherwise. This informative walking tour takes you to special spots including celebrity homes and filming locations, as well as historic landmarks and cemeteries. See the celebrity homes of Anne Rice, Sandra Bullock, and Nicholas Cage, and where Mark Twain used to hang out.

Cover much more ground than you would on foot and discover the fascinating Creole history of New Orleans from the comfort and safety of a bicycle. Go beyond simple sightseeing and follow your guide to explore three of the city’s most storied neighborhoods. You’ll learn about their architecture, discover their landmarks, and hear stories about their ever-changing culture while cycling through their quiet streets at a leisurely pace.

An easy day trip to take when in New Orleans, this tour takes you for a small airboat experience and Oak Alley Plantation tour. The exclusive tour site is the closest to the plantation, minimizing travel time. Ride in our small boat that accommodates up to nine passengers, ensuring an intimate experience away from idle zones and noise ordinances. No other boats are allowed in the private swamp, guaranteeing a serene and uninterrupted journey.

See more of New Orleans when you travel by bike on this tour led by a local, who takes you places not easily found on your own. Cycle through the Bywater and Marigny neighborhoods and down Esplanade Ave. to City Park and St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, with a stop at Café du Monde. You’ll also ride through the Bayou St. John and Tremé neighborhoods, and see several other highlights.

Step into New Orleans’ layered history and its complex relationship with water on this 2 hour guided walking tour exploring New Orleans’ history, resilience, and sustainability in relation to water. Through honest storytelling and expert context, your guide traces floods, engineering decisions, Katrina’s devastation, and the city’s ongoing sustainability efforts. The tour weaves together culture, policy, and lived experience to reveal how natural forces and human choices shaped the city’s vulnerabilities and innovations. By the end, you will have a clearer sense of what happened, why it matters, and what the future of New Orleans demands.

Experience the ultimate New Orleans bar crawl with a thrilling twist of ghostly tales. Your guide will share dark and fascinating stories of the city's past as you sip absinthe at Pirate's Alley and enjoy unique cocktails at the Harry's Corner Bar and MRB Bar and Kitchen. End your night at the iconic Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar famous as the oldest bar building in New Orleans.

Explore New Orleans’ diverse ecosystem along the Bayou Bienvenue by kayak for a unique and memorable experience in nature. See what makes the nature surrounding the Crescent City so special as you paddle through the swampy waterways surrounding the city. Keep your eyes peeled for birds, alligators, turtles, and more wildlife.

Explore Louisiana’s bayou landscape–and avoid a basic, beginner-friendly itinerary–on this kayaking tour of Manchac Swamp, designed for experienced paddlers and including round-trip transfers from a central meeting point in New Orleans. Spend four hours on the water with a local naturalist guide, keep a lookout for wildlife, and learn about the local wetland ecosystem along the way.

Explore New Orleans’ Garden District with a guide to show you around and tell you all about the area’s architecture, culture, food, and history. See this part of town through the eyes of a local, from Antebellum architecture to Lafayette Cemetery and much more. The small group size of no more than 12 people helps make sure everybody gets the guide’s attention.

Add magic or romance to your New Orleans vacation—and see a perspective of the city most travelers miss—thanks to this VIP sightseeing flight. Glide by small plane over urban New Orleans and the surrounded wetlands, and hear colorful tales of the city from your FAA-certified pilot as you view top sights. Plus, this package includes a bonus gourmet spread of other Champagne and chocolate or wine and cheese.