Top New Orleans Half-day Tours

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure with Transportation

(1,079)

Free Cancellation
4 hours

from $60

Explore one of Louisiana’s last protected wetlands on a 2-hour boat tour that includes round-trip transport from New Orleans. Depart in the morning or afternoon for Honey Island Swamp, a wildlife preserve teeming with critters such as 'gators, wild boar, snakes and birds. Ride through the swamp dripping with lush foliage and visit a boat-accessible Cajun village with an informative local guide who sheds light on the area’s inhabitants.

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with Transportation

(5,563)

Free Cancellation
5 hours

from $70

Explore the rich culinary heritage of New Orleans' French Quarter on this half-day food tour. Sample traditional NOLA dishes such as gumbo, po-boys, jambalaya, and pralines while learning about the area's history. Your expert guide will lead you through local hotspots, offering cultural insights and tips on where to eat next. Upgrade to a small-group tour for a more intimate setting. Food offerings are subject to availability.

New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option

(6,318)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $82

4.7

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New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $40

New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

(1,588)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $85

Uncover the mysteries of the swamps surrounding New Orleans on an exhilarating airboat tour of the area, led by a professional guide. Cruise along the picturesque waterways in search of ferocious alligators and other rare wildlife while listening to illuminating commentary from your guide. Feel your adrenaline levels surge as your driver accelerates to high speeds, and capture fantastic photographs during regular stops. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned coach.

Large Airboat Swamp Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

(1,912)

Free Cancellation
4 hours 15 minutes

from $90

Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour with Downtown New Orleans Pickup

(1,648)

Free Cancellation
4 hours 15 minutes

from $115

Enjoy an only-in-New-Orleans experience when you embark on a paddle-wheel boat tour of the mighty Mississippi River. In the evening, hop aboard the Steamboat Natchez (or her sister vessel, the Riverboat City of New Orleans), and admire views of the city from the water's edge. This cost-saving package additionally includes a Creole‐inspired dinner (if option selected), plus live jazz music to set the mood.

Captivating views of the New Orleans skyline

New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option

4.1

(7,670)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $58

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.

New Orleans Small-Group City Tour by Van

(1,102)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $62

Delve into the stories behind the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans during a French Quarter walking tour. Take in famous landmarks including Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and the Mississippi River, along with lesser-known places of interest. Hear from your guide about the architecture and heritage of the district, and get the inside scoop on recommended places for shopping and dining as well.

French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

(2,798)

Free Cancellation
2 hours

from $35

5.0

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New Orleans Private Vehicle City Tour

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $750

Per group

Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans

4.7

(640)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $55

Price varies by group size

Gain a deeper understanding of American history on this visit to Louisiana’s only museum dedicated to enslaved people. After you are collected from your New Orleans hotel in a luxurious air-conditioned van, your driver will take you westwards towards the Whitney Plantation. On the way, expect to hear an overview on the history of American plantations before arriving to this impactful landmark.

Whitney Plantation (Guided Tour) with Bus Ride To & From N. O.

5.0

(84)

Free Cancellation
5 to 6 hours

from $87

Food Tour of New Orleans Garden District: Group of Nine or Less

(108)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $129

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.

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour

4.3

(1,313)

Free Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes to 4 hours

from $35

Take a two-wheeled ride through the raucous history and heritage of New Orleans on a bike tour that takes you from the lively streets of the French Quarter to the swampy bayous at the edge of the town. Learn about the city's founding as you follow a flat and leisurely route down oak-lined avenues, through leafy parks, and past creepy cemeteries to reach Bayou St. John. It's a great way to get off the tourist track and see the diverse neighborhoods of the Big Easy.

New Orleans Creole Odyssey Small-Group Bike Tour

5.0

(273)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $55

Taste your way through New Orleans on this spirited, small-group cocktail and food tour through the French Quarter. Visit restaurants and bars you'd be unlikely to find on your own and savor a range of classic Nola bites, all while your guide shares insider stories and culinary history. Enjoy four signature cocktails along the way, and benefit from the relaxed, dinner-party-style atmosphere.

French Quarter Small-Group Cocktail and Foodie Crawl

(534)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $128

Discover the flavors of New Orleans on a combined cooking demonstration and cocktail walking tour. Start with a classic Louisiana cooking demonstration, where you can watch a chef prepare classic dishes including jambalaya and gumbo, then enjoy tastings. Afterward, explore the French Quarter’s historic bars while sipping three classic Nola cocktails. Learn about the history and culture of New Orleans food and drinks along the way.

New Orleans Cooking Class and Cocktail Walking Tour

4.5

(111)

Free Cancellation
4 hours

from $106

Visit the Whitney Plantation Museum—a former indigo and sugar plantation that is now dedicated to promoting an understanding of enslavement in Louisiana—on this hassle-free trip from New Orleans. Round-trip transit and admission tickets are included for your convenience. Upon arrival, learn about the brutal realities of plantation life through museum exhibits and an audio guide as you explore the site independently. You can also choose to upgrade your experience to include a 90-minute swamp tour.

Whitney Plantation Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

4.6

(1,376)

Free Cancellation
5 hours 25 minutes

from $89

See the skyline of New Orleans from a whole new perspective.

4.1

(1,496)

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans

Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes

from $60

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 expert guides. Upgrade your experience to include a 90-minute swamp tour at the nearby Manchac swamp.

Oak Alley Plantation Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

4.3

(1,771)

Free Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutes

from $89

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.

Destrehan Plantation Haunted Night Tour

4.6

(107)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $69

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.

Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

(6,695)

Free Cancellation
1 hour 45 minutes

from $37

New Orleans offers plenty to see outside of the French Quarter, but getting around the city to the outlying neighborhoods, parks, and lake shores is a hassle. On this driving tour, explore beyond the confines of the city center hassle-free and learn about the local history and lore with commentary on board. Take in the Treme Creole district and Bayou St. John, plus stop for a stroll in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Admire the massive oak trees in City Park and end with a scenic drive along the shores of Lake Pontchartrain.

New Orleans Driving Tour with Bayou St. John, City Park, Treme

(17)

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $50

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French Quarter History Tour with Cafe Du Monde

Annette_S, Mar 2026

Above and beyond

Easy to work with! Great communication, pleasant staff, very accommodating. We were running late and the tour guide did everyto make sure we could still participate. Even, when it became apparent that we couldn't make the tour because one of our group could not walk, Jack checked in on us and offered to get our Cafe du Monde coupons to us.

NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS!

Steve_D, Mar 2026

You MUST do this Tour!

Paul was fantastic! One of the BEST EVER tours we have had! His detail about and enthusiasm for NOLA was over the top. He told and showed us the true beautiful city of NOLA. We learned SO MUCH about the city, culture, and people. Thanks for a GREAT tour, Paul!

French Quarter Small-Group Cocktail and Foodie Crawl

Daniel_D, Mar 2026

Great tour!

Rob was an excellent guide and made the food tour a fantastic experience. Not only was the food great, but he tied in the history of New Orleans in a really engaging way. He even connected parts of the city’s history to my wife’s love of vampire movies and local lore, which made the tour feel personal and memorable. Highly recommend!

Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans

Richard_B, Feb 2026

Music Everywhere

Angelique was the perfect tour leader for this musical night out. Her enthusiasiam for the musicians, the music and New Orleans was infectous. The bands were non stop great and the Frenchtown Street vibe was a great alternative to the Bourbon Street wildlife.

Oak Alley or Laura Plantation Tour from New Orleans

Darin_M, Jan 2026

Holiday week

It was nice to have transportation to the Oak Alley Plantation. They arrived for pick up on time. It was interesting to hear about plantation life. We enjoyed the samples. The driver did let us stop at the Laura Plantation for a quick view. It was good to see what the area outside of New Orleans is like.

New Orleans Small-Group City Tour by Van

Andrea_G, Dec 2025

Best Tour - Great New Orleans History!

We had a group of 8 women in NOLA for a long weekend and booked this tour for Friday morning. Several of us had been on other tours in New Orleans in the past but we all agreed that this was the best tour we've ever had. Teddy provided lots of history that we had not heard before plus he answered all of our questions. Teddy was very laid back and personable and lots of fun.

New Orleans Cooking Class and Cocktail Walking Tour

Tracy_H, Dec 2025

The Cooking School is a must do!

The cooking demonstration at the New Orleans Cooking School with Chef Eric was a 5 out of 5. Some of the best gumbo and jambalaya we had on our trip! The historical cocktail tour was in our opinion just too long. Robert our tour guide knew probably too many interesting facts and the tour dragged on. We had to leave the tour early, after the second stop as we had a dinner reservation.

New Orleans Cocktail History Walking Tour in the French Quarter

Nelson_P, Nov 2025

A great cocktail tour!

The tour was extremely informative. Meg provided a lot of information on the bars we visited, the cocktails we tried, and about the experience of living in New Orleans. The tour was truly a highlight of our trip. Highly recommended for anyone who likes cocktails and wants to know more about New Orleans.

New Orleans French Quarter and Garden District Bike Tour

HipDip_H, Sep 2025

Great start to our first visit to NOLA

The bike tour is the best way to start your trip in Nola! Chip was a fantastic guide who definitely has ‘real’ knowledge of the area and its history. The tour was relaxed with plenty of stops so never felt rushed and the bikes were in great condition. Loved trying out the cruiser bike for the first time and so comfortable. Chip provided really interesting information and history which kept us hooked. Probably one of the best tours I’ve been on. Hope to join the good tour if time allows

New Orleans Self-Transport Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour

Deena_C, Aug 2025

Gators!

Will not disappoint if you’re hoping to see some things. Lots of alligators swimming around as we floated down the bayou! You’ll also see birds, turtles and maybe some raccoons! It’s hot in the bayou so bring water. Our guide Will was fun and talkative and provided us history of the bayou as we went down. Would recommend this tour!

New Orleans Small-Group City and Cemetery Tour with Hotel Pickup

Debbie_W, Aug 2025

Our tour guide picked us...

Our tour guide picked us up at the hotel . She was very happy and upbeat. Very knowledgable of the history of New Orleans. She is a fantastic story teller. We would recommend this tour. One of the best tours we have ever been on. On a side note the van was brand new and very comfortable.