Top New Orleans Holidays - page 8

Immerse yourself in the culture and history of New Orleans on a food tour of the French Quarter. Rather than research and plan on your own, your guide ensures you hit restaurants and hidden gems that visitors often miss for food tastings that range from Creole crepes to blackened catfish. Rest assured that a small group size provides an intimate, personalized experience.

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 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.

This tour is perfect for experiencing New Orleans’ vibrant pub scene while uncovering its spookiest ghost stories. Enjoy a curated selection of great bars without the hassle of route planning, and as you stroll between stops, hear chilling tales of ghosts and voodoo that you’d never discover on your own.

Soak up New Orleans’ wild (and sometimes drunken) history on a 2-hour walking tour of the French Quarter with a storyteller guide. Visit historic sights and occult landmarks with plenty of time to grab cocktails to go (own expense), as the guide shares the ghost stories, vampire legends, and funny anecdotes about life in the Vieux Carré.

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.

Take a stroll through New Orleans’ history and culture on a walking tour of the Garden District with an experienced guide. Visit streets lined with gracious, antebellum homes, and learn how the city’s Creole and American residents competed with Greek Revival architecture and English-gardens. Learn about the elaborate crypts and monuments in one of New Orleans’ oldest and most beautiful cemeteries, hear stories about Lafayette’s most famous ‘residents,’ and trace Louisiana history through the names on the gravestones.

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.

Discover the French Quarter’s history, lore and legendary drinks on a 2-hour walking tour of the neighborhood with plenty of time refill your to-go cup at bars along the way. Learn the secrets of the Vieux Carré as you visit the city’s most haunted house, try to spot local vampires and a beloved ghost then hear about New Orleans’ Voodoo Queen. See historic sites and a soaring cathedral, and get insider tips on the best places to eat, drink and party like a New Orleans local.

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.

Discover why New Orleans is named the most haunted city in America on an evening walking tour through the darkened streets of the French Quarter. Storytelling guides share their own favorite tales of gruesome murders, spirited sightings, and natural disasters in lively retellings, on the sites where it all happened. Along the way, stop for drinks in atmospheric bars.

Focus on the sights rather than a map as you stroll the streets of New Orleans' famous French Quarter on this small-group walking tour. Listen to your guide's commentary on the area's French- and Spanish-influenced architecture, with many buildings dating from the 18th and 19th centuries. Landmarks include the Louisiana Supreme Court, the Ursuline Convent, and many Creole Colonial Buildings.

Take a wild ride through the bayous of Cajun Country on this airboat adventure from New Orleans. In a small group, wind through tree‐lined swampland and spot abundant local wildlife, including nutria, alligators, and giant catfish, and stop at Destrehan Plantation to get a taste of the elegant antebellum south.

Upon arriving at New Orleans' bustling Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY), enjoy a seamless experience when you book a private transfer service that's just for your party. Instead of lugging around your baggage on public transit or waiting in long taxi lines, get to your destination quickly and in comfort. This transfer serves downtown New Orleans, Kenner, Metairie, or Slidell.

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.

With hundreds of bars and clubs in New Orleans, it can be difficult to know where to go to have fun, but with this New Orleans Premium VIP Bar and Club Crawl, you’re guaranteed an awesome night without the stress of planning. Get skip-the-line entry to the bars and clubs you go to during this tour. Plus, a professional party planner gets your drinks, organizes games, and even introduces you to other partiers.

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.

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.

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.

Experience the charm of New Orleans’ Garden District at your own pace with David, a licensed tour guide eager to share his passion for the city and its history with others. On this self-guided walking tour, you will stroll picturesque streets, discovering the fascinating stories behind mansions linked to Ann Rice and Nicolas Cage. Uncover the district's Civil War history, its role in slavery, and the survival tales of its stunning architecture. Delve into landmarks like Buckner Mansion and Sandra Bullock's Swiss Chalet. Discover the first home with indoor plumbing, the Walter Grinnan Robinson House, with its unique rain collection tank on the roof. Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too. Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.

Step beyond the French Quarter and discover the hidden side of New Orleans on this private city tour. From colorful Bywater to historic Bayou St. John, your guide takes you off the tourist trail and into neighborhoods full of culture, history, and character. Along the way, gain insider tips to make the most of your trip and experience the Crescent City like a true local.

Explore New Orleans in an exciting and flexible way on a bike tour of the iconic French Quarter, led by a knowledgeable guide. Pedal through vibrant streets, snap photos at your leisure, and discover hidden gems like the Lousia Street Cemetery, Treme, and lively Frenchmen Street—spots many tourists never see. This isn’t just a tour; it’s a personal look into the city from someone who loves it deeply.

New Orleans is famous for its dark history, so come and hear true stories of natural disasters, unsolved mysteries, murder, and mayhem, directly from the mouths of long-time residents and guides. Skip the gimmicks and learn what made the city a hotbed of crime and despicable deeds, right on the streets of the French Quarter where it all happened.

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.