Top New Orleans Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 18

Escape the crowds and benefit from the company of a private guide for just your party with this private walking tour in New Orleans. Instead of just focusing on the French Quarter, this tour also visits the vibrant Treme neighborhood, originally settled by Creoles and Free People of Color. Along the way, hear lively commentary about Creole culture, learn about local architecture, and hear how the “Big Easy” became the birthplace of jazz.

Explore the famous French Quarter of New Orleans at your own pace with an audiovisual app tour--all you'll need is a smartphone. The app will take you to Jackson Square and the adjacent St. Louis Cathedral, with stops to visit Faulkner House Books, the historic Old Absinthe House, and the famous Marie Laveau House of Voodoo, among other attractions. As this app is self-guided, you can take as little or as long as you need.

Join our one-of-a-kind scavenger hunt and explore New Orleans in a new, unique way. Each session is aided by an interactive remote host, who sends challenges to participants via an app. When the challenges are accomplished, the team scores points. Check your status against competitors on the app’s international leaderboard. This handcrafted adventure is part tour, part detective hunt, part social experiment, and part creative challenge, with lots of fun in between.

Treat yourself to the Halloween of a lifetime with an eerie 2-hour French Quarter walking tour! Wind through darkened alleys, and hear tales of famous hauntings and mayhem from your entertaining guide. You’ll stop at sites of paranormal activity such as the Ursuline Convent and the LaLaurie Mansion, home to the murderous Delphine LaLaurie. Enjoy a night of tale-telling featuring notorious characters, voodoo, ghosts, vampires and more.

Vampires and Ghosts. Murders and suicides. Brutal slave owners. New Orleans' dark and demented history contributes to its reputation as one of America's most haunted cities. During this guided walking tour of the historic French Quarter, you'll will use ghost-seeking equipment and paranormal activity detectors in a quest to uncover supernatural apparitions, ghosts and demons. It's a hit with families and individuals alike.

This New Orleans voodoo and mystery tour takes you into the Big Easy's history of vampirism, occult activity, paranormal occurrences and even piracy. Hear tales of haunted buildings, lost treasure and documented sightings of ghosts and vampires as you explore. Not only will you hear the stories, you'll even get to see professional ghost-hunting equipment in action.

Among the best ways to get a feel for New Orleans is to get out and walk it, but the standard self-guided tours can get a bit dull. Take one of these 3-hour smartphone-guided scavenger hunts and a three-hour window of your day will suddenly turn into adventure. Solve puzzles, study clues and celebrate at the finish, all while navigating the historic streets and taking in the sights of the Big Easy.

Embark on a food-filled journey around the Bywater area of New Orleans—and visit places you might miss while exploring alone—on this intimate tasting tour. With your local guide, enjoy Creole and Cajun bites, and other New Orleans specialties, like po’boys, while you’re immersed in the neighborhood’s culture, street art, and history as your local guide fascinating plenty of stories along the way.

Elevated! Swanky! Bespoke vibe! Get ready for an amazing afternoon of traditions, photo opportunities, cocktails, whiskey, Cajun and Creole cuisine tastings! Visit the sparkly Chandelier Bar, Sazerac House Museum and Distillery and the Bourbon House restaurant. At the Chandelier bar you will enjoy a Chef's choice appetizer and craft beverage in it's artsy and elegant atmosphere. Your viewing platform starts and continues on the famous Canal Street where you will experience views from city street cars with their distinctive sounds to the beautiful French Quarter. This while sipping a cocktails and tasting bites along the way from the former World Trade Center and the now Four Seasons hotel. At Sazerac House, enjoy a tour of the museum and distillery, complete with tastings and live demonstrations. Lastly, try seafood and sausage gumbo, muffaletta flat bread, bread pudding, and Bourbon milk punch at a New Orleans vibrant hotspot in the French Quarter.

Discover the fragile landscapes of southeast Louisiana on this immersive nature and wildlife boat tour. Led by knowledgeable guides, delve into the coastal restoration efforts vital for the survival of wetlands, while observing alligators basking, egrets wading, and songbirds migrating. This tour offers a unique opportunity to understand the intersection of nature and policy, making it perfect for curious travelers seeking more than just scenic views. When on site, upgrade your experience to include an authentic Cajun seafood boil (groups of 3 or more, 4pm tour time only.)

A salty Pirate will lead you through some of the more questionable bars of the French Quarter. You’ll hear about the Pirates, prostitutes, sword fights, torture and just plain filthy things from New Orleans darker side of history. You will drink and learn things! Real history is brutal. Our incredible story-telling Pirate guide will have you laughing and wincing with these brutal stories. It’s sure to make for a wild evening in the French Quarter!

Combine the comfort of a driving tour with the relaxed pace of a walking tour with this experience, which takes you all across town. You'll visit some of the city's most interesting old neighborhoods, from the Garden District to the French Quarter, with a guide on hand to provide narration.

New Orleans’ food, like the city itself, is impossible to compare. On this six-hour tour, we explore the roots of Creole cuisine through neighborhood restaurants, food shops, and the people who keep these traditions alive. We begin in the city’s oldest food marketplace with coffee and a praline-stuffed beignet, then continue with New Orleans-style iced coffee, Gulf oysters or boudin, and a wedge of muffaletta. Through streets lined with Creole cottages, we head into the Marigny for alligator meatballs, passing landmarks tied to rock ’n’ roll, R&B, and Tremé’s African American history. Lunch is at Lil Dizzy’s, known for its gumbo, followed by seafood by the pound, such as crawfish in season, and a drink at a local neighborhood bar. Along the way, we meet community members who bring Creole history to life through food, ending with something sweet — a praline or snoball — and perhaps, in true New Orleans style, a parade or downpour.

Who says the party has to end in the French Quarter? Take the celebration to the water on New Orleans' most unique cocktail cruise! Grab your friends, your favorite drinks, and your playlist as you cruise through the beautiful Louisiana bayous just minutes from the French Quarter. Dance, laugh, take amazing photos, and enjoy an unforgettable party surrounded by breathtaking marsh views instead of crowded bars. This open-air cruise is perfect for birthdays, bachelorette and bachelor parties, girls' trips, couples, reunions, or anyone looking for a fun time with a local twist. Connect your music to our premium Bluetooth sound system, sip cocktails, and let your captain show you a side of New Orleans that most visitors never see. #Batch Parties #Family Reunions #Celebrations #Birthday Parties The French Quarter starts the party... we take it Beyond the French Quarter!

Discover New Orleans kaleidoscopic history on a 2-hour private walking tour, exploring highlight landmarks like the bustling French Quarter, Jackson Square, Cabildo, the Ursuline Convent and more. Absorb the sights and sounds of the city as you learn about its eclectic history from New Orleans' French and Spanish roots to its Creole cultural traditions and contemporary culture. A great comprehensive tour for history buffs!

Discover New Orleans’ most beautiful neighborhood in a relaxed and personalized way on a private Garden District walking tour. Avoid shuffling along with a big crowd, as a guide just for your group shows you the most stunning antebellum mansions, celebrity homes, and the famous Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 (from outside the gates). Ask all the questions you like and get custom recommendations on how to make the most of your New Orleans vacation.

Immerse yourself in New Orleans’s queer culture on this small-group tour, visiting several of the city’s most popular gay bars where you enjoy three included cocktails and a food sample. Learn the city’s gay and lesbian history between stops, including notable former residents such as Tennessee Williams and Chris Owens.

See a different side of Louisiana on this ultimate swamp and plantation tour that showcases both Cajun and Creole culture in an all-inclusive package. Enjoy a private airboat ride through cypress swamps with a gator-hunting guide before exploring antebellum history at Houmas House and Laura plantations—two of the region’s best-preserved estates. Extras include a gourmet Cajun lunch at Houmas House and private transport from New Orleans.

This private tour is designed for travelers with a keen interest in the supernatural. This tour, which departs from New Orleans and includes round-trip transport in a luxury SUV, takes you to St. Francisville, home to what’s hailed as one of the most-haunted houses in America. You’ll enjoy a relaxed mix of guided sightseeing and free time, and benefit from the insider knowledge of a guide.

Gain a deeper understanding of American history–and avoid the crowds–on this private tour of the Whitney Plantation, including round-trip transfers from New Orleans. View important exhibits, hear powerful insights, and discover the legacy of enslaved people as you explore the landmark. Along the way, your driver-guide will share facts and point out other highlights, including filming locations from “12 Years A Slave” and “Interview with the Vampire”.

Discover the spooky side of New Orleans at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Using just your phone, delve into the city’s haunted history filled with chilling tales and ghostly sound effects. Available in six languages—English, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Chinese, and Japanese—this tour offers a unique way to experience the eerie vibes of the French Quarter and beyond. No app or login is needed, making it easy to explore whenever you want. - Experience New Orleans’ haunted history through an audio tour - Enjoy chilling stories complemented by eerie music and stories - Available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Chinese, and Japanese - Easy access—just use your phone and headphones, no app or login required

You don't have to worry about missing out on experiencing the rich history of Treme when you take this guided walking tour. Discover the African American and Italian influences that shaped this vibrant neighborhood. Learn about the Free People of Color who thrived here and immerse yourself in the unique culture, traditions, and heritage that sets Treme apart. Led by a licensed native New Orleanian Cultural Ambassador, this guided tour promises an intimate experience.

Participants will delve into the neighborhood's unique story, learning about the wealthy Americans who developed the area, the stunning Greek Revival and Italianate architecture, and the cultural forces that shaped this iconic part of the city. This tour provides much more than a scenic stroll past grand mansions; it offers a deeper understanding of New Orleans's complex past. Led by knowledgeable, city-licensed volunteer guides, the tour illuminates the influence of key historical figures, political events, and local geography on the district’s development. It's an essential activity for history enthusiasts and anyone looking to move beyond the French Quarter to appreciate the enduring statements of mid-nineteenth-century American life in the Crescent City.

Discover the charming Carrollton neighborhood where history and architecture intersect with the St. Charles Streetcar Line and the mighty Mississippi River. This former resort destination has evolved over 200 years into a community rich with culture and colorful characters galore. Tales of lumber and brick yards, butchers, riverboat captains and dairies are woven together to complete a dynamic picture of this vibrant neighborhood. Emily Manger, @TheCarrolltonian, will define its architectural styles, introduce historic figures, and highlight captivating moments in time. Stories span from the cradle of Carrollton to modern times spotlighting luminaries that shaped New Orleans at large.