All Louisiana Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 2

Visit a former plantation and ride through the swamp during this two-in-one tour. Start with a visit to Oak Alley Plantation for a tour of the antebellum mansion. Follow the oak-shaded paths to the blacksmith shop during your free time. Lunch is available to purchase at the restaurant on-site. Next, head to the dock for your swamp tour. Search for alligators and other wildlife and stop for photo ops while aboard an airboat. Round-trip hotel transport provided from New Orleans.

(321)

from $79

Oak Alley Plantation and Large Airboat Swamp Tour from New Orleans

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(734)

from $160

Special Offer

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

4 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of New Orleans from two perspectives on a city tour and steamboat cruise that lets you escape the land-based crowds. Enjoy a narrated coach tour of historic landmarks, including the French Quarter, Jackson Square, and the Garden District. Then, step aboard Steamboat NATCHEZ (or its sister vessel) for a journey along the mighty Mississippi River, complete with live jazz and optional Creole dining.

New Orleans City Tour and Steamboat Natchez Harbor Jazz Cruise

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(462)

from $88

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

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.1

(1,536)

from $60

Ensure a smooth arrival or departure from New Orleans’ Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) with a private transfer. Choose from a one-way arrival or departure transfer or a round-trip transfer for a hassle-free trip. Meet your chauffeur at baggage claim and get help with your luggage to your vehicle—a sedan, SUV, or Sprinter van. Sit back and relax as you are transferred to your hotel, private residence, cruise terminal, or corporate venue.

Private Transfer to/from Louis Armstrong Intl Airport and NOLA

30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(348)

from $50

Soak up the atmosphere of the bayou on this 8-hour cultural tour from New Orleans. Visit the Oak Alley Plantation House, dating from 1837, and view the stately row of 28 evenly spaced mature oaks that line the driveway. Follow your guide, dressed in period costume, through the mansion, the blacksmith shop and the onsite restaurant. You'll also learn about life in the bayou's waterways aboard a swamp and wetlands boat tour. See the amazing variety of flora and fauna native to the area and hear about life in the Barataria Swamps from your native guides. Round-trip transportation from New Orleans is included.

Oak Alley Plantation and Swamp Boat Tour from New Orleans

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(394)

from $130

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 local guides. Upgrade your experience to include a pontoon swamp tour.

Oak Alley Plantation Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.3

(1,795)

from $89

Go beyond the guidebooks to immerse yourself in the heart of New Orleans’ music scene on this lively walking tour. Start at Louis Armstrong Park, explore jazz roots in the French Quarter, and stroll through historic spots like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street. Enjoy live jazz music at a local venue with a complimentary drink, while your guide shares insights into the city’s vibrant musical heritage and neighborhood culture.

New Orleans Jazz History and Music Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

(568)

from $61

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

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(112)

from $69

Experience different sides of Louisiana and its complicated history on this plantation tour and swamp boat ride from New Orleans. On this full-day journey, visit Oak Alley Plantation or Destrehan Plantation (depending on the time chosen), where you learn about antebellum life. Next, head into the marshy swampland for a boat ride and some wildlife spotting. Enjoy guided commentary as you snap photos of alligators, raccoons, snakes, and native birds.

Swamp Boat Ride and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans

7 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise

(3,424)

from $131

See the New Orleans skyline from a whole new perspective.

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(2,034)

from $47

New Orleans is known for its haunted reputation—and on this insider tour, led by a local “horror-storian,” discover spooky sights and stories you’d miss if wandering on your own. Choose between several start times, and explore the atmospheric French Quarter, including landmark sights such as the St. Louis Cathedral and Supreme Court of Louisiana. Along the way, hear about infamous murders, unsolved crimes, and gruesome happenings.

New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(1,895)

from $38

The National WWII Museum Admission Ticket New Orleans

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour with Downtown New Orleans Pickup

(2,286)

from $38

4 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Get a taste of 18th-century New Orleans while exploring its most notorious haunts aboard a mule-drawn carriage. Join a small group of no more than eight people for an intimate evening tour through the French Quarter, where rollicking nightlife conceals a past filled with dark deeds, natural disasters, and supernatural sightings. Hear the city's most salacious history from a guide as you clip-clop your way past iron-laced balconies, darkened alleys, and southern mansions steeped in legend.

(1,703)

from $115

New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.6

(2,439)

from $65

Discover one of Louisiana’s last preserved wetlands on a Honey Island Swamp boat tour. Make your own way to Slidell, then travel deep into the secluded swamp across Lake Pontchartrain to view native wildlife and discover a remote Cajun village only accessible by boat. Enjoy your expert guide's insights into Cajun culture and the lush swamps as you look out for alligators, wild boar, snakes, and native birds.

New Orleans Self-Transport Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

(2,863)

from $38

French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Jean Lafitte 90-Minute Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour

(2,878)

from $35

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(825)

from $32

Discover the history, traditions, and iconic landmarks of New Orleans with this guided group tour. You can save hours walking between dispersed landmarks and enjoy the perk of having transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle included. Highlights showcased on the route include Congo Square, Treme, the Musicians’ Village, the Civil Rights Trail, and Lower Ninth Ward to learn about the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

Soul of New Orleans City Tour: Enslavement to Modern Day Culture

2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Get a taste of New Orleans' food, history, architecture, and culture on this culinary walking tour. Follow your local guide to historic buildings, local hotels, and several tasting locations in the historic French Quarter. Along the way, hear anecdotes and legends about the Crescent City's gastronomic culture. Bring walking shoes and your appetite; all tastings are included and provide more than enough food to make up a hearty lunch.

(452)

from $55

French Quarter walking Food Tour Famous Flavors of New Orleans

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore New Orleans your way with a 2-day pass for the City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour, featuring 19 stops across the city. From the lively French Quarter to the charming St. Charles Avenue, you’ll enjoy the freedom to discover top attractions and hidden gems at your own pace. Plus, your pass includes a guided Garden District walking tour to uncover the stories behind its historic streets and stunning architecture. Upgrade your experience to include a 3-day pass for the hop-on hop-off bus, plus a guided French Quarter Walking Tour.

(1,254)

from $80

New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off and Garden District Walking Tour

2 daysFree Cancellation

4.5

(208)

from $47

Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(668)

from $55

Price varies by group size

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New Orleans French Quarter and More Carriage Ride

Yu_L, May 2026

Wonderful Carriage Ride for Families with Kids

As a Chinese visitor traveling with a child, this carriage tour was an amazing experience. The staff kindly let kids sit in the front, which made it extra special and exciting. The carriage driver was very experienced and professional. During the ride, there was a small traffic situation when a car blocked the road and even bumped into another vehicle, but the horse stayed very calm and patient, and the driver handled everything smoothly. We felt very safe the entire time. It was a unique and memorable experience, and I highly recommend it for families with kids!

Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour with Downtown New Orleans Pickup

Denise_P, May 2026

This was so awesome! ...

This was so awesome! Ernie was a great tour guide and gave us lots of information along with showing us some pretty amazing alligators! I recommend him as a guide to anyone! The entire excursion was amazing! We loved it! I highly recommend doing this when in New Orleans and I planned to do it again when we come back!!

Airboat Swamp Tour

Jennifer_R, Apr 2026

Great Tour

This was a fun excursion. We saw a lot of alligators and the driver was fun and knowledgeable. I booked the large boat for myself and two siblings. The boat size is based on the number of seats. I would recommend this.company and if you have a small group; book the small boat for a more intimate tour. On our tour we got seats on the back and had trouble seeing over peoples heads.

Soul of New Orleans City Tour: Enslavement to Modern Day Culture

Latoya_C, Apr 2026

Highly Recommend

Jay was an outstanding tour guide—knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about sharing the city’s history. The tour itself was incredibly informative and offered a refreshing perspective beyond the French Quarter, highlighting parts of New Orleans many visitors don’t usually see. Hearing a firsthand account of Hurricane Katrina from a lifelong resident was especially powerful and added real depth to the experience. A visit to a local art studio was another highlight, and the artwork on display was absolutely beautiful. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to better understand the city.

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise

Christine_C, Apr 2026

Battle of New Orleans via Paddlewheeler Creole Queen

What a fantastic way to experience New Orleans from a different perspective! The ride along the Mississippi River is relaxing and scenic. We had great views of the city skyline, the passing ships, and the surrounding riverbanks while listening to our guide over a speaker system tell a bit of the history as we cruised down the Mississippi River. One of the highlights is a stop at the site of the Battle of New Orleans where we attended an optional short educational session led by a park ranger, who shared information on the history of the area, including the significance of the Battle of New Orleans and life along the river during that time period. We had a great time—it’s a perfect mix of sightseeing, history, and laid-back enjoyment.

New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour

Jane_V, Apr 2026

Jaie is a superstar!

Jaie is incredible, knowledgeable like a college professor AND funny like a stand up comic! I learned so much about NOLA history, voodoo, etc She is one of a kind and I highly recommend! The tour is long so remember to wear comfortable shoes and bring a little somethin’ to drink 🍹

Jean Lafitte 90-Minute Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour

Frank_G, Mar 2026

Great Swamp Tour, plenty Alligators

We had a Great time with Captain Daren, very informative about the land & wildlife, the boat ride was smooth and we saw many gators, turtles and even a bald eagle in the nest. There was white egrets and great blue heron birds. Marsh & various species of trees. In general we had a wonderful time, the boat is covered so you are protected from any rain or sun exposure. Pick a morning time for a bit cooler experience, South LA is beautiful and the swamp tour gives you a glimpse into a Cajun’s fisherman’s environment and you’ll see some alligators on the tour.

New Orleans Dead of Night Ghosts and Cemetery Bus Tour

Jodi_C, Mar 2026

Lifelong dream fulfilled with an excellent tour guide

I have dreamed of visiting a cemetery in New Orleans since I was very young and I was so thrilled to be able to book a haunted history tour on Friday the 13th! The tour was incredible and I think a lot of that has to do with our excellent tour guide, Christian (like the religion). Christian was so knowledgeable about the city and its history and it was obvious he loves what he does and is very good at it. He provided a vast history and information about the different locations we attended while also sprinkling in some great humor along the way. This tour was absolutely the highlight of the trip for us and I would do it again in a heartbeat. 10/10 recommend, especially if you can get Christian!