Top New Orleans Culture - page 7

Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of New Orleans with a delightful Jazz Brunch aboard the Creole Queen Riverboat. Enjoy live music as you cruise down the Mighty Mississippi River, savoring a mouthwatering brunch featuring classic dishes like Chicken & Andouille Gumbo and New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp. Choose to indulge in bottomless mimosas or Cajun Bloody Marys while soaking in stunning views of the New Orleans skyline. - Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise with live jazz music on weekends - Brunch options available, featuring delicious Southern cuisine - Optional bottomless cocktails for an additional charge - Board from 10:00 AM, cruise departs at 11:00 AM and returns at 12:30 PM

Embark upon an enriching 1.5-hour journey through the captivating history of Treme in New Orleans. Uncover a wealth of culture as you learn stories passed down from traditions and steeped in rich heritage. You'll visit the New Orleans Jazz National Historic Park, Congo Square, St. Augustine Church, and Louis Armstrong Park, the very foundations of New Orleans music, cuisine, architecture and culture.

Retrace the steps of some remarkable figures, from Popeyes’ founder Al Copeland to vampire-novelist Anne Rice, on a captivating 2-hour tour through Metairie Cemetery in New Orleans. Listed as one of the world's must-see cemeteries and registered with National Historic Places, you'll have an opportunity to explore its lavish tombs, peaceful trees, sphinx guardians, and much more while uncovering stories like that of Ruth Fertel, who started her journey at a humble steak house before creating history.

Discover nooks of New Orleans that never made it into a guidebook on this street art tour of the Crescent City. Head to murals by popular artists—including Banksy—and get the chance to take a photo in front of your favorites for a super Instagram-able tour. Plus, get a local perspective on New Orleans sights and travel tips from your guide along the way.

See New Orleans through the eyes of a local on a private driving tour that takes you around the French Quarter and beyond to see parts of the city that many visitors miss. From the Mississippi River to the leafy Garden District, peaceful City Park to legendary cemeteries, cover more ground than a walking tour on an itinerary that can be customized based on your group’s interests.

Experience stunning views of the New Orleans skyline at the Vue Orleans Observatory, perched atop the Four Seasons Hotel. Take an elevator to the 34th floor and immerse yourself in interactive exhibits that highlight the city's rich history, culture, and music. While enjoying the panoramic views, relax with drinks and snacks at the Vue Orleans Café. This is the ultimate spot to experience New Orleans from above and discover its vibrant heritage.

Get the low-down on life in New Orleans over the centuries with this guided tour, led by an engaging storyteller guide. You'll walk through the French Quarter, learning about topics that aren't always covered by traditional tours, from the Yellow Fever pandemic to the history of enslaved people and how they shaped the city into what it is today, wrapping up at one of the oldest bars in the city.

The American South has a fascinating Jewish history that most New Orleans visitors (and locals) know little about. Gain a better understanding of the struggles and successes of the Jewish community from the Revolutionary War era through the Civil Rights Movement years at the unique Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience. Book your ticket in advance to optimize your time and explore the permanent galleries and rotating special exhibitions at this award-winning museum.

Rife with tales of ghosts, vampires, folklore, supernatural activity, mythical figures and voodoo, New Orleans is the perfect city for a spooky walking tour. Your 2-hour family-friendly excursion through the historic streets and houses makes an ideal introduction to the unusual history of this great city. Be sure to bring a pair of comfy walking shoes, not to mention more than a little courage.

New Orleans’ oldest neighborhood, the French Quarter dates back to the 1730s, long before the rule of law reigned. It’s a district rife with life, character, and color—and hauntings, vampire lore, true crime, voodoo masters, pirates, and scandal. On this small-group tour, follow your guide to the most haunted spots and learn the stories, secrets, scandals, and spirits floating through this legendary ‘hood. Each tour is personalized for your group to bring the history to life.

Capture the spirit of New Orleans and the city’s voodoo culture on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Learn about the African-based spiritual folkways as you make your way to through New Orleans. Visit real voodoo altars, and hear stories about the voodoo practices that started over 100 years ago. Enter a mysterious world of spells and rituals, and gain a better understanding for the people who practiced them.

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.

Discover the supernatural side of New Orleans—and go beyond simple sightseeing—on this nighttime ghost and vampire tour for adults only. Hear tales of spooky sightings, chilling mysteries, and unsolved crimes. Walk through the city after dark, pass by top landmarks, including the LaLaurie Mansion, and turn hidden corners you might otherwise have missed.

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 is famed for being a city of magic, mysticism, and paranormal activity, and this ghost tour reveals hidden secrets that don’t usually feature on traditional walking tours. As you walk around the French Quarter, find out about notorious hauntings, discover how ‘Pirate’s Alley’ got its name, see a collection of ghost photos, and hear all about the process of hunting ghosts.

Explore the scandalous side of New Orleans on this true crime and dark history walking tour. As your storytelling guide leads you through the French Quarter, you’ll visit six different locations that are in some way connected to the city’s underworld. Hear lesser-known tales of mystery, intrigue and crime as you stop at historical landmarks and pass by bars with blood-stained pasts.

Discover the history of voodoo that you won't find in guidebooks with this adults-only guided walking tour in New Orleans. Learn about this intriguing aspect of local culture during a city stroll that includes top landmarks such as Basin St. Station, the St. Louis Cemetery, and Congo Square. Learn about the difference between several types of voodoo and see the sites where ceremonies and rituals were performed by figures like Marie Laveau.

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.

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.

If you’re curious about the spooky side of New Orleans—including paranormal activity, voodoo culture, witchcraft, and vampires— then this adults-only tour is the one for you. Explore the French Quarter on foot, with a guide to tell you dark tales that you wouldn’t find in a guidebook. Along the way, learn about notorious murders—such as the tales of the LaLaurie Mansion—and stories about New Orleans' voodoo queen, Marie Laveau.

Get ready to experience a walk through the streets of New Orleans unlike any other during this private half-day second-line tour. The second line is the group that follows behind a big brass band as it parades down the street. This musical movement allows you to see, feel, and hear the unique culture of this 19th-century tradition.

Uncover the mysteries of New Orleans and learn about its secrets and scandals during this guided walking tour. Rather than spending hours doing research, let a guide take you on a stroll through the Garden District, where you can see Lafayette Cemetery #1, as well as mansions, and other places with an eerie past.

Explore spooky spots around New Orleans’ Garden District on a walking tour that brings you to hidden gems off the beaten path, hard to find on your own. Visit haunted houses, cemeteries, and filming locations of scary movies and TV shows, as your local guide shares ghost stories, historic details, and connections to horror author Anne Rice. Stops include Lafayette Cemetery, Garden District Bookshop, Women’s Guild Home, and Buckner Mansion.

Known for its unique burial rites, New Orleans’ hauntingly beautiful cemeteries are a must-visit, and this history-based tour shares information you’d otherwise not know. Stroll through Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery with a local who explains the culture surrounding New Orleans burial practices. You’ll see graves of famous New Orleanians including author Anne Rice, bandleader Louis Prima, and some of the many Louisiana governors and New Orleans mayors buried here.