Mardi Gras World Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Mardi Gras World. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Mardi Gras Mambo Tours: Sip, Savor SecondLine

Admission to Mardi Gras World in 2026 starts at US$29.95 for adults and US$24.95 for children, seniors, and members of the military. Children under 2 are free. Admission includes an hour-long guided tour of the float warehouse, where you can see how parade floats are designed and built, along with a taste of authentic king cake. Purchase timed-entry tickets online in advance, as times often sell out, especially during busy seasons.

Yes, Mardi Gras World is definitely worth visiting if you love vibrant culture, art, and behind-the-scenes experiences. The year-round attraction offers a guided tour of the float warehouse where you can see how New Orleans' famous parade floats are designed and built, meet local artists, and even try your hand at decorating. Joining a guided tour that includes Mardi Gras World makes it easy to enjoy the full experience of the attraction without worrying about timing or transportation.

Per one customer who booked the Mardi Gras Mambo Tours: Sip, Savor SecondLine, "We did the Mardi Gras Mambo tour for a corporate event last month. It was totally worth it. They take the time to make the tour great for everyone, even those that would not be into Mardi Gras stuff. We got to make our own mask, take pictures on beautiful sights, and toured a distillery. Great activity, and the guests were impressed with the transportation. Top Notch!"

You'll need about an hour to visit Mardi Gras World on a self-guided tour, though if you're crunched for time, even half an hour will do. Mask-making workshops are sometimes held at the museum. If you plan to participate, you'll need another hour for your visit.

Mardi Gras World is closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day, Easter Sunday, and the day of Mardi Gras. The museum is otherwise open every day of the week from morning until early evening. The last admission takes place one hour before the museum closes.

A tour of Mardi Gras World will take you to the world of float-making and allow you to see artists at work as they construct floats and parade-related props. You'll also get to see a few completed floats used in previous years, plus costumes and tools of the trade.

Yes, you can take photos on a tour of Mardi Gras World, and guests are encouraged to share images they take on social media using the #AlwaysMardiGras hashtag. Photos next to some of the floats are a great way to show off their sheer size and scale.

The Mardi Gras World self-guided tour takes about an hour, though it can be done in less time, depending on crowds. If you're visiting Mardi Gras World as part of an organized group tour run by a third party, you may be allotted less or more time to experience the museum.

The best time to visit Mardi Gras World is right before Mardi Gras when the year's floats will be nearing completion, and there's lots of excitement in the air. However, this time of year can also get busy at the museum and in New Orleans, so be prepared for crowds.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Mardi Gras World. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in New Orleans:

• French Quarter

• LaLaurie Mansion

• St. Louis Cathedral

• Jackson Square

• Garden District

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in New Orleans.