All Louisiana Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Whitney Plantation Tour from New Orleans with Pickup

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore New Orleans’ surrounding ecosystem with an escape from the city to the Louisiana swamp. You’ll be picked up from your hotel and taken to a swamp on private land, with all logistics taken care of. Board a state-of-the-art air boat for a memorable nature experience. Your guide takes you through the swampy waterways and shares information about the plants, wildlife, and history of the area.

(347)

from US$79

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Airboat Swamp Tour

4.9

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from US$67

New Orleans 75-Minute Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise the Mississippi River aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS on a relaxing 75-minute sightseeing experience suitable for all ages. As you travel along the river, the captain provides engaging commentary highlighting the French Quarter, historic waterfront locations, and the role the river has played in shaping New Orleans over the centuries. Guests can enjoy multiple onboard bars, including an open-air bar on the upper deck with sweeping views of the city skyline and riverbanks. Light snacks and beverages are also available for purchase, making it easy to sit back and enjoy the ride. Whether you’re visiting with family, friends, or as a couple, this river cruise offers a scenic and informative way to take in New Orleans from the water.

New Orleans 75-Minute Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(127)

from US$26

Captivating views of the New Orleans skyline

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.

New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option

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.

4.1

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from US$58

The entrance of Armstrong Park, our starting point

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

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

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

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from US$37

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.

4.7

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from US$40

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

New Orleans is known for its classic cocktails—but for first-timers, it can be hard to know where to go. Leave all the planning to your guide on this craft cocktail walking tour of the French Quarter. Visit historic bars and restaurants, and sample classics such the Sazerac. Hear stories from your guide and mixologists, and learn the sometimes-scandalous history of the city's drinking culture as you sip your way through town.

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from US$82

New Orleans Original Craft Cocktail Walking Tour

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in the rich culture and natural splendor of New Orleans’ mystifying swamps and wetlands on a New Orleans swamp tour and wetlands adventure. Relax in the luxurious interior of a New Orleans swamp tour boat as you cruise past cultural highlights like a Cajun cemetery, an Indian burial mound and a traditional fishing village. Scour the scenery for fascinating flora and fauna like snakes, turtles and alligators while listening to interesting commentary from your professional guide.

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from US$28

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience New Orleans’ wild bayou country first-hand on an exciting, family‐friendly airboat ride. This boat tour winds through the mossy cypress swamp near Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, named for the 19th-century pirate and smuggler. While onboard, enjoy lively commentary from a local guide as you admire lush, forested shoreline and spot local wildlife. Gators appear most commonly in the summer months, so keep your eyes peeled.

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from US$35

Travelers cruise through a cypress swamp on a flat-bottomed airboat.

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

New Orleans Airboat Ride

4.7

(5 168)

from US$59

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Local captains grew up in these wetlands.

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

1 hour 15 minutes to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Jean Lafitte 90-Minute Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(872)

from US$32

Whitney Plantation Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

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

5 hours 25 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

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from US$89

Swamp Boat Ride and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans

7 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

One of New Orleans' most popular tourist attractions, St. Louis Cemetery No.1 is only able to be visited as part of a guided tour, with limited visitors allowed into the City of the Dead each day. This pre-bookable experience ensures you don’t miss out on the chance to visit the impressive cemetery—or the opportunity to learn more about the final resting place of some of the city’s best-known residents.

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from US$131

The Official Walking Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

55 minutesFree Cancellation

New Orleans City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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from US$25

Travelers enjoy views of iconic St.Louis Cathedral from the open top of a double-decker bus.

1 dayFree Cancellation

4.3

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from US$51

New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

Exploring New Orleans in the evening can seem like an intimidating quest on your own, but this ghost, voodoo, and vampire walking tour takes you to the city’s eeriest sights at night in the safety of a group led by a guide. Stop by top attractions such as the LaLaurie Mansion and New Orleans Pharmacy Museum while listening to your guide’s detailed stories of the paranormal and beyond.

New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(13 621)

from US$37

Likely to Sell Out

from US$25

Experience New Orleans with ease on a minibus tour and avoid the hassle of navigating the city on your own. Ride in air-conditioned comfort as a local guide offers insight into the city’s rich history, diverse architecture, and vibrant culture. Travel through neighborhoods including the French Quarter and Garden District, and get a comprehensive introduction that’s ideal for first-time visitors.

City Tour of New Orleans with Pickup

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Lose yourself in the atmospheric depths of the New Orleans swamps and wetlands on an exhilarating 2-hour boat tour, led by a professional guide. Cruise past ancient wonders and listen to legends surrounding a 2000-year-old Indian burial mound and an atmospheric Cajun cemetery. Scour the Barataria Swamps for sightings of fascinating wildlife such as snakes, turtles and ferocious alligators, and learn about the area’s history and geology from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation by luxury vehicle fro your New Orleans hotel.

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from US$40

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure with Transportation

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure with Transportation

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Louisiana’s wild backcountry is known for its cypress swamps that are home to alligators, snakes, and turtles. Explore this area in a safe and fun way in a flat-bottomed boat that travels through the marshes. Learn more about local wildlife from the guide and look out for herons, hawks, owls, and bald eagles too. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are available with certain options for added convenience.

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from US$60

Guided Boat Tour of New Orleans Bayou

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(1 599)

from US$18

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

Get the full Louisiana dining experience during a fun and educational New Orleans cooking demonstration class. Take a seat amongst other foodies in a converted 19th-century molasses warehouse and get ready to learn and eat. Meet a lively local chef and learn the fundamentals of preparing classic Creole dishes such as gumbo, jambalaya, and pralines. Then dig into delicious samples complemented by local beer or a sweet ice tea.

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from US$69

New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

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from US$43

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Guided Boat Tour of New Orleans Bayou

Cheyenne_H, Jul 2026

Our tour guides name was...

Our tour guides name was Adam and he was soo knowledgeable about history culture and wildlife i was so in awe of not only the pristine water and trees but the rich history and stories that originate from here. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!!

New Orleans Zipline Swamp Tour

Erica_C, Jul 2026

Best 35th Birthday experience!

This was such an amazing, adrenaline rush, exciting, and safe experience!! Tiffany and Eerie was our guides and helped us and made sure everyone was safe and secure along the way!!! This was a great Birthday to experience this!!! 10/10 Highly recommend!!

VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

Emma_R, Jul 2026

Amazing magical VIP trip!

VIP Experience was truly magical and amazing!!!! Marlon looked after us from arrival to departure and made everything so extra special for us. Welcome drinks - fab seats for the Jazz Band and delicious food plus really lovely wine with dinner. VIP the whole evening and spoilt rotten!!! All drinks included and very generous indeed. Such a special trip to be on the Steamboat on the Mississippi River - amazing and highly recommend this!!!

Jean Lafitte 90-Minute Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour

Jamaal_L, Jul 2026

Swamp Tour within Rain 2026

Hello, wildlife and alligator enthusiasts! I finally experienced a swamp and bayou tour. Despite the rain and the dense coverage of the national park, the pontoon boat was fantastic. The captain was highly knowledgeable about the canal waterways, and his local accent was charming and authentic. Within the park, we were limited in what we could do, but he explained the reasons why, and I’m looking forward to holding a wildlife animal in a different tour not a national park visits. During the tour, we saw a variety of wildlife, including alligators 4-6 ft long small , owls perched silently in trees, cranes wading through shallow waters, a bald eagle nesting high on a branch, and water turkeys (also known as anhingas) swimming gracefully. Snacks and beverages were available on board, but we had eaten beforehand. Overall, I found the experience very relaxing and enjoyable. I definitely plan to do it again. Thanks to everyone involved!🫶🐊

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

Jennifer_W, Jul 2026

Best walking tour in Nawlins

Entertaining and informative! Our tour guide was AMAZING and highly engaging. During our tour another group walked by and she captured their attention too - one woman said “i want to be on THAT tour”! Plus the tour end was such a special treat! 100% made my trip to New Orleans (and it was my first time there).

Large Airboat Swamp Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

Kristin_T, Jul 2026

Our tour was amazing! Our...

Our tour was amazing! Our tour guide was Dewy and he was phenomenal! He was very entertaining and had knowledge about the wildlife at specific locations in the swamp which allowed him to personally interact with the gators and raccoons and allow us plenty of photo opportunities. I would highly recommend this tour and Dewy!!

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure with Transportation

Shawn_P, Jun 2026

Best and informative tour of the Louisiana Bayou!

Best Tour I’ve had in a long Time, everyone there was extremely welcoming, informative, and super knowledgeable, from our Shuttle driver, to the cashier and especially our Tour Boat Driver! My wife and I learned more about The Louisiana Bayou, & Echo-system on that tour in two hours, than our our entire lives learning and following National Geographic. Honestly! Superb!

Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour with Downtown New Orleans Pickup

Audra_S, Jun 2026

Bus pick-up was seamless...

Bus pick-up was seamless and our driver was friendly and entertaining! The real show stopper was our air boat tour guide, Captain Bee Bop. He was super knowledgeable, funny, and has a gator friend that he visits regularly on his tours. The gator was so familiar with him that he hung out with us for quite awhile. The scenery was absolutely beautiful, and the air boat ride was super fun. I liked the small group option a lot because we all got great seats and views of the gators as they swam by us. Would absolutely recommend this tour!

Whitney Plantation Tour from New Orleans with Pickup

Adrianne_K, May 2026

Most memorable part of our trip

Edward was courteous and provided lots of interesting tidbits about New Orleans/Louisiana during the drive with opportunities for photos. Whitney Plantation was one of the most memorable parts of our trip, presenting the perspective of a person who is enslaved. Would definitely recommend!

Swamp Boat Ride and Whitney Plantation Tour from New Orleans

O_m, Apr 2026

Whitney Plantation/Swamp tour.

Our guide Kimberly and our driver Alton were awesome. Kimberly shared she has a background in education and it shows. She was thorough and interactive and knew how to work a crowd! She was a delight and we followed her protip... I got a muffalata to travel with and it was soooo good! I would recommend the tour based on our experience with your team!