Top Louisiana Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 11

Spend 1.5-hours experiencing the hauntingly beautiful and culturally significant St Roch Cemetery with Save Our Cemeteries, New Orleans' only non-profit tour group dedicated to preserving local history. Immerse yourself in an atmospherically unique world of death, beauty, and spirituality while knowing that your ticket helps support a worthy cause: the ongoing conservation of Cities of The Dead.

Uncover New Orleans’ haunted secrets by embarking on this self-guided ghost walking tour. If you’re traveling with a friend or partner, one purchase works on two smartphones—so you can both listen to commentary at the same time. During the tour, find out about the spooky tales behind the LaLaurie Mansion, discover the most haunted places in the French Quarter, and enjoy the freedom to explore the city at your own pace.

Get insight and knowledge about New Orleans Voodoo culture from a High Priestess guide. While most Voodoo tours in New Orleans are led by non-initiates or those with no experience in the religion, you will lead by a High Priestesses of Louisiana Plantation Vodou. Eshé/Mary J. has lineage to 1700's-era Louisiana, while Malika/Osheyo Amanzi is related to the Gullah-Geechee of the Atlantic coast, with their own West African-based religions.

Combine cycling with partying with this nighttime bike ride through the electric city of New Orleans. You'll be provided with a light-up bicycle with a basket and cupholders before heading out on the town with your DJ guide to explore the French Quarter. Make plenty of stops along the way to eat, take pictures, drink, and be merry.

Discover the highlights of New Orleans on this walking tour of the vibrant French Quarter. A friendly guide will lead you through the Vieux Carré, past charming hidden courtyards, and to Louis Armstrong Park and Jackson Square, describing the city’s confluence of cultures and rich traditions. See bustling scenes of local life, peek into the world of voodoo, and view architectural gems including some of the nation’s oldest buildings.

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.

Get an up-close perspective of the French Quarter without a long, hot walk on a licensed pedicab tour. Pedicabs can access side streets and alleyways that taxis can’t and offer a flexible, eco-friendly way to get around New Orleans' most historic neighborhood. Plus, the private ride is a great way to get insider tips from a local who knows the streets in and out.

Explore New Orleans—and discover the area in a more active way than most other excursions—on this small-group Segway tour in and around the French Quarter, suitable for beginners. Take part in a safety briefing and training session before setting off, discover highlights including St. Louis Cathedral and Frenchmen Street, and visit lesser-known spots you might otherwise have missed. As you glide, learn about local history and culture.

If you’re a fan of true crime, explore the darker side of New Orleans on this fascinating pub crawl. While you sip in bars with blood-spattered pasts, your guide will share graphic stories about the city’s serial-killers and explain all about terrifying crimes from history to the present day. As you walk, you’ll see different murder locations and hear plenty of twisted tales along the way.

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.

Discover New Orleans your way on a half-day private tour. Travel through the French Quarter, the Garden District, the Ninth Ward, and more. Absorb the sights and sounds of the city as you learn about its history from your historian guide. On this highly flexible tour, you can request stops for photo ops and to get a better look at a favorite location.

Discover the hidden marshes of Bayou Bienvenue on a guided birding boat tour that lasts 1 hour and 45 minutes. Led by a licensed captain and an experienced bird guide, this tour offers an exceptional chance to observe various wading and water birds, including iconic species such as great blue herons and roseate spoonbills. As you navigate through tranquil waterways, your guide will share insights on natural history and conservation. Bring your binoculars for prime viewing and receive a complimentary bird guide booklet to track your sightings. Perfect for both novice birders and seasoned enthusiasts. - Guided birding tour through the scenic Bayou Bienvenue - Spot iconic Louisiana birds like great blue herons and bald eagles - Includes water and a souvenir bird guide booklet for tracking sightings - Accommodates up to 28 guests with restroom facilities available on board

Discover the Heart of New Orleans at St. Louis Cathedral Experience the beauty and history of America’s oldest active cathedral at your own pace with the official self-guided iPad tour of St. Louis Cathedral. Step inside this architectural masterpiece in the heart of the French Quarter and let the story unfold through immersive audio, images, and video. From the soaring ceilings and stained glass to the lives of saints and the echoes of centuries of worship, each stop reveals a new layer of the cathedral’s spiritual and cultural legacy. Perfect for visitors seeking a deeper connection to New Orleans, this tour blends technology and tradition to bring the city’s most sacred landmark to life. Whether you’re a history lover, architecture enthusiast, or simply curious about the heart of the French Quarter—this experience is a must-do for anyone who wants to see, hear, and feel the story of New Orleans in a truly meaningful way.

The French Quarter of New Orleans is steeped in LGBTQ history, but much of it is overlooked in standard tours of the neighborhood. On this tour, learn about the area's LGBTQ culture, past and present. Listen to tales of past struggles and tragedies, but also joyful Mardi Gras krewes, allies among local clergy, and victories of political groups fighting for LGBTQ rights. Plus, discover landmarks like the city's oldest continuously operating gay bar, Cafe Lafitte in Exile.

Discover the essence of New Orleans with a walking tour of the French Quarter, guided by a certified, multilingual local expert. Immerse yourself in a fusion of European, African and Caribbean influences as you listen to captivating Creole stories, visit hidden courtyards and meet characters and legends that have scarred the soul of the city.

From the grand old mansions of the Garden District, to the markets and jazz bars of the French Quarter—many visitors to New Orleans never explore beyond the main tourist districts. Skip the typical guided tour and instead connect with a New Orleans local who will show you around their city like a friend and introduce you to the neighborhoods that they know and love. Gain an insight into Southern culture, cuisine, and everyday life; find out how to get around in the city; and receive recommendations on where to eat, drink, and shop.

Enjoy a more personalized and insider way to explore one of New Orleans' best-loved neighborhoods on this small-group walking tour of the Garden District. Follow your guide to many notable attractions, ranging from bustling Magazine Street to the Buckner Mansion and more, strolling down the leafy streets as you go. Along the way, learn facts and stories about the neighborhood's rich history.

New Orleans’ Bywater neighborhood is home to colorful architecture, a great street art scene, and an abundance of diverse food spots. On this small-group food-focused tour, join a New Orleans native on a walk to learn about local history, art, and food. Try local classics such as po-boys and Creole stews, along with innovative fusion cuisine.

Take your taste buds beyond the French Quarter with a food tour of New Orleans’ historic Garden District. Stop at five hand-picked eateries nested near lively Magazine Street in this neighborhood that’s often overlooked by tourists. A mix of international and southern dishes offer a palate-pleasing sampler of diverse New Orleans flavor, from fresh Mexican tacos and Koran BBQ to artisan donuts and an award-winning deli sandwich.

The Laura Plantation was once a 12,000-acre (4,850-hectare) sugar plantation belonging to the Duparc family and lies an hour’s drive from New Orleans. With this tour, be picked up from your New Orleans hotel, travel out to the rural heritage site, and join a tour of the plantation with an official guide.

Break away from the tourist crowds and receive a warm New Orleans welcome on this private orientation tour. It’s the next best thing to having a local friend show you around, as the guide offers customized recommendations about where to eat, shop, party, and explore to make the most of your time. So skip the tourist traps and learn to love New Orleans the way that locals do.

If you have a half day to spare in New Orleans, escape the city for Oak Alley, one of the most famous plantations along River Road. Take a guided tour of the antebellum mansion and learn about the free and enslaved families who once lived on the estate. The day includes free time to explore the plantation grounds and visit the café, plus transportation from New Orleans.

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.

Visit Oak Alley Plantation, nestled in the heart of Louisiana’s historic sugarcane region. Famous for its breathtaking canopy of centuries-old oak trees, the site offers a powerful glimpse into the layered history of the American South. Tour the stately Greek Revival home and learn about the lives of the enslaved people who built and maintained the plantation. Knowledgeable guides share stories that reflect the stark realities of plantation life from multiple perspectives. This tour provides meaningful insight into one of the region’s most iconic estates. Gain a deeper understanding of the wealth it generated and the people whose forced labor made it possible. It’s a thought-provoking look at a legacy that still resonates today.