Top New Orleans Sightseeing Tours - page 6

Experience the unforgettable sounds of New Orleans on a 2-hour musical tour with an experienced guide. Learn about the efforts to protect New Orleans jazz at the Preservation Hall, then explore the historically vibrant Tango Belt. Visit unnamed and famous musicians at the New Orleans Musicians Tomb in St. Louis Cemetery #1 and hear the stories of Congo Square’s rhythms and rituals as you tour Louis Armstrong Park. See the former home of J & M Studios then learn about today’s New Orleans Bounce Music and thriving street music scene.

New Orleans may be notorious for its ghost stories, but the city is also home to a host of shocking true crime that's too grisly to make up. On this adults-only evening tour, roam through the lively French Quarter with a guide who shares the gruesome details of crimes ripped straight from headlines and police reports. From the beastly LaLaurie and Trunk murders to the Katrina Cannibal, these tales are not for the faint of heart.

Be enchanted by the historic and iconic French Quarter on this guided small-group walking tour that reveals the area’s past, superstition, and individuality. Your passionate guide will show you what life was like in the past and provide you with access to the Pontalba Apartments of 1850 House Museum.

Experience the ultimate New Orleans bar crawl with a thrilling twist of ghostly tales. Starting at Witches Brew Gallery, 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 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.

Hear about New Orleans’ ghouls and ghosts on a 2-hour walking tour of the French Quarter’s most haunted sites. See the city light up after dark as you follow the footsteps of infamous murders and star-crossed lovers, and hear their stories of misfortune, passion and betrayal. Learn why some locals believe this is America’s most haunted city, and visit the sites where paranormal experts believe they’ve documented otherworldly activity. Decide for yourself whether it's truth or legend as you explore the hidden side of the Vieux Carre.

Delight in sweeping views of New Orleans at twilight on a private evening sightseeing flight. Choose a 30- or 45-minute flight and glide by small plane over dazzling urban New Orleans. Hear colorful tales from your experienced pilot and glimpse famous sights by night including the French Quarter, the Mississippi River, and illuminated city landmarks. Sightseeing requests are welcome for a flexible itinerary.

Explore New Orleans City Park on your own terms, and at your own pace, with this self-guided, app-based tour. You'll learn all about local history as you solve clues and puzzles that lead you from one part of the park to the next. Best of all, you don't even need internet as this app works offline.

Immerse yourself in the history of the Metairie Race Course, now the City of the Dead, with this app-guided tour. After downloading the app, you can explore with your private party; the GPS locator will trigger narrative as you reach different points in the cemetery. You can stop and start the tour whenever you like, pausing to snap photos of the various tombs, mausolea, pyramids, and obelisks. This is a great option for those who want to tour on their own time.

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.

Head off on an hour-long journey through two centuries of culture with this self guided audio tour. Experience life in one of America's oldest African American neighborhoods, a birthplace for civil rights activism and jazz that still vibrates today. Follow directions to explore Congo Square, Brass Band Heaven or even pay respects at the Tomb Of An Unknown Slave. Unlocking your phone is all it takes for you to head off on this self-guided stroll.

Add depth to your French Quarter experience with a private, customizable tour led by a long-time local resident. Your guide will tailor the tour to your interests, with options to explore LGBTQ history, literary landmarks, or even the intriguing world of Voodoo in the neighborhood.

This private, self-guided audio tour lets you explore New Orleans' City Park at your own pace using a GPS-enabled app that works offline. Stroll beneath ancient live oaks and discover wildlife, historic architecture, and sculptures with automatically triggered commentary. Enjoy lifetime access to the tour and the freedom to stop and start whenever you like, gaining deeper insight into the park's natural and cultural heritage.

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.

Discover New Orleans’ historic architecture, atmospheric neighborhoods, and 19th-century cemeteries on this private tour. Travel by private vehicle and enjoy the undivided attention of your guide as you explore the French Quarter, Bayou St John, and the Garden District. Stop along the way to stroll around St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, admire views along the Mississippi River, and tour Besthoff Sculpture Garden in City Park. You'll even make a stop for beignets and cafe au lait at the famous Cafe du Monde.

Immerse yourself in New Orleans’ vibrant art scene and see things most tourists don’t experience. Visit galleries and see colorful murals and street art, plus meet artists in their studios on this private, customized tour. You’ll see Banksy’s Rain Girl, visit curated galleries on Magazine Street, and explore the art scenes of Warehouse District and the French Quarter, stopping for an included lunch along the way.

Get know the ‘Big Easy’ through the eyes of a local on this insider’s walking tour of New Orleans. Learn about the city’s raucous history and famous residents, from pirates and voodoo queens to big-name celebrities, and dig into Mardi Gras traditions with a stroll down Bourbon Street. Discover what makes New Orleans’ cuisine and culture unique among the world as you visit the most interesting historic sites and modern hotspots throughout the French Quarter and along the mighty Mississippi.

New Orleans is world-renowned for being the birthplace of jazz, and this tour helps you get to its roots. Set off with a private guide on a musical journey to uncover essential New Orleans jazz hotspots—such as Louis Armstrong Park, Jackson Square, Palm Court Jazz Café, and Frenchmen Street. Along the way, get insider tips on how to avoid the tourist traps, and discover hidden gems that locals love.

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.

Embark on a private kayak and canoe small-group tour through Louisiana's historic Manchac Swamp. A local naturalist guides you, providing explanations of historical information and the native ecosystem. Paddle through this slow-moving bayou, once home to the ghost town of Ruddock, and a passage for historic New Orleans explorers. Discover the swamp's rich history and diverse wildlife, creating an immersive and educational outdoor experience.

Savor the best of New Orleans during this private 3-hour food tour of the French Quarter. Learn about this colorful neighborhood's history through its cuisine as you walk from one famous restaurant to another.

Soar through the skies of New Orleans—and even have the chance to take the controls yourself—during this private flight and flying lesson. Admire views of the French Quarter, the Mississippi River, and the Superdome from the air, as you fly with a certified FAA instructor. The lesson includes both ground instruction and hands-on flying time, and no prior experience or certification is required.

Learn about the history of voodoo in New Orleans and the life of the Voodoo Queen herself, Marie Laveau, with this guided tour. Your local guide will take you through town, providing commentary about the history and architecture of the French Quarter and voodoo and how it's practiced. You'll also visit a few voodoo shops.

Avoid the chaotic crowds that pack the French Quarter every night while still seeing some of the best areas of the city by helicopter. This New Orleans City Lights Night Helicopter Tour flies above Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, so you can see them lit up in the dark night sky. Plus, with a window seat and noise canceling headphones you can’t go wrong.

Get amazing aerial views of New Orleans on this helicopter tour. While listening to guided commentary from your pilot through your headset, you and just two other passengers will fly over Jackson Square, the French Quarter, City Park, and the Mississippi River, among other landmarks.