All New Orleans Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Oak Alley and Whitney Plantation Tour with Transportation

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

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

Taste your way through New Orleans’ most charming neighborhood on a sensory-rich Garden District food and walking tour that removes the guesswork of where to eat. Stroll past historic mansions and cemeteries while learning about the city’s multicultural history and unique burial traditions. Along the way, stop to sample Creole, Cajun, French, and Italian specialties hand-picked by a guide who knows the best places to dine.

New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Tour the Oak Alley Plantation, named for the alley of centuries-old oaks leading up to the antebellum Big House. Follow the oak-shaded paths to the blacksmith shop and a souvenir shop during your free time. Alcoholic drinks and lunch are available to purchase at the restaurant on-site, with round-trip hotel transport provided from New Orleans. Upgrade your experience to include a 3-hour city tour of New Orleans with a stop to tour the above ground tombs at St. Louis Cemetery No. 3.

Oak Alley Plantation Half-Day Tour from New Orleans

Oak Alley Plantation Half-Day Tour from New Orleans

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Delve into the atmospheric beauty of New Orleans’ vast swamplands on an exciting 2-hour small-group tour by airboat. With a knowledgeable guide, cruise past fascinating flora and fauna, scouring the picturesque scenery for sightings of alligators and other rare creatures. Experience the exhilaration of traveling at high velocity as your driver alternates between gentle cruising and high-speed bursts. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only 9 passengers.

New Orleans Small-Group Airboat Swamp Tour

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience the charm of New Orleans on a two-hour Sunday jazz cruise along the Mississippi River. Enjoy live jazz music, stunning views from the top deck, and the option to savor a Louisiana-style buffet brunch featuring local favorites. This authentic paddle-wheel riverboat offers a perfect blend of history, ambiance, and relaxation for all ages. The legendary Steamboat NATCHEZ and her sister vessel Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will sail interchangeably, depending on bookings and private events.

Jazz Brunch Cruise in New Orleans

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of New Orleans with a delightful Jazz Brunch aboard the Creole Queen Riverboat. Enjoy live music as you cruise down the Mighty Mississippi River, savoring a mouthwatering brunch featuring classic dishes like Chicken & Andouille Gumbo and New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp. Choose to indulge in bottomless mimosas or Cajun Bloody Marys while soaking in stunning views of the New Orleans skyline. - Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise with live jazz music on weekends - Brunch options available, featuring delicious Southern cuisine - Optional bottomless cocktails for an additional charge - Board from 10:00 AM, cruise departs at 11:00 AM and returns at 12:30 PM

Creole Queen Riverboat Weekend Jazz Brunch on Mississippi River

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Taste your way through New Orleans on this spirited, small-group cocktail and food tour through the French Quarter. Visit restaurants and bars you'd be unlikely to find on your own and savor a range of classic Nola bites, all while your guide shares insider stories and culinary history. Enjoy four signature cocktails along the way, and benefit from the relaxed, dinner-party-style atmosphere.

French Quarter Small-Group Cocktail and Foodie Crawl

2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover what makes New Orleans unforgettable on a small-group van tour that combines the city’s most popular experiences in one. Walk the French Quarter, admire Garden District homes, visit historic cemeteries, and learn about Hurricane Katrina’s lasting impact. With a local guide, get an insider’s view on why residents love this vibrant, soulful city. A perfect introduction for first-time visitors and history enthusiasts alike.

New Orleans Small-Group City Tour by Van

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the atmospheric swamps surrounding New Orleans on a fascinating airboat tour, led by a professional guide. In a group of 16 or less, climb aboard an airboat destined for the rich flora and fauna of the swamplands. Enrich your natural knowledge as you listen to intriguing commentary from your guide; scour the scenery for sightings of alligators; and feel your adrenaline levels surge as you accelerate and reach high speeds.

New Orleans Large Airboat Swamp Tour

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation

Gain deep, meaningful insights into American history on this combination full-day tour. After being collected from your New Orleans hotel in an air-conditioned van, you’ll arrive at the Whitney Plantation and tour Louisiana’s only museum dedicated to enslaved people with an audio guide. Afterwards, head back to the city and join the Soul of New Orleans tour, for a deep dive into the move from plantation to city life, showing how enslaved people turned their struggle into the powerful music, food, and culture that still defines the city today.

Whitney Plantation and Soul of New Orleans City Tour Combo

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Whitney Plantation & Museum Tour | Pickups from New Orleans

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Oak Alley Plantation and Large Airboat Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Oak Alley Plantation and Small Airboat Tour from New Orleans

Airboat and Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch from New Orleans

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour with Local Guide

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit Oak Alley Plantation, nestled in the heart of Louisiana’s historic sugarcane region. Famous for its breathtaking canopy of centuries-old oak trees, the site offers a powerful glimpse into the layered history of the American South. Tour the stately Greek Revival home and learn about the lives of the enslaved people who built and maintained the plantation. Knowledgeable guides share stories that reflect the stark realities of plantation life from multiple perspectives. This tour provides meaningful insight into one of the region’s most iconic estates. Gain a deeper understanding of the wealth it generated and the people whose forced labor made it possible. It’s a thought-provoking look at a legacy that still resonates today.

Oak Alley Plantation Tour with Hotel Pickup from New Orleans

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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

New Orleans Private Photo Shoot with Professional Photographer

1 hourFree Cancellation

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.

Historic French Quarter Segway Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the elegance of New Orleans’ antebellum south on this full-day historical plantation tour. In a small group, visit Destrehan Plantation, Whitney Plantation, then Houmas House Plantation, where you’ll view stunning architecture, oak‐lined esplanades, and former slave quarters while hearing fascinating – and often somber – pre‐Civil war histories from expert guides. You'll also enjoy a private, unlimited gourmet buffet luncheon, served exclusively for your group at Houmas House.

New Orleans Small-Group 3 Plantation Tour with Gourmet Lunch

Airboat Swamp and Destrehan Plantation Tour from New Orleans

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

Jill_H, Nov 2026

Excellent Tour & Guide

We went with Tony & he is 10 out of 10. Unlike a different tour, with a different company we did, Tony kept an easy pace, gave everyone a 15 minute break (which was very much needed); Tony made sure that the tour group was together (also unlike the other tour group) & even in the busiest areas, you could easily spot Tony by his umbrella. He has a tone that kept your attention and was extremely informative. Hands down the best tour guide we've had.

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

Chanda_D, Nov 2026

Awesome

Our guide was an older woman who prayed before starting the tour. It was for protection for the tour group and herself. The tour was so informative. This was my second time doing this tour. I didn’t realize how bad the tour guide from last year was until we had Mama Nita this year. So knowledgeable! I have visited New Orleans 9 times now and she gave me new information that I never knew! Loved her and the tour.

New Orleans Airboat Ride

Sharon_B, Nov 2026

Fantastic trip

From the moment I booked to the day of the activity, the communication has been outstanding. Every member of staff we encountered were friendly and very helpful. Our captain (captain tik tok), was fantastic, very knowledgeable, friendly and funny. The experience was far better than we had anticipated, we saw (and fed) a lot of alligators. The scenery was breathtaking. Riding on airboat was such fun. By far the best experience I have ever had. I fully recommend everyone to take airboat adventures, and see the alligators, you will not be disappointed

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure

Tabetha_T, Nov 2026

Awesome/Informative tour. Just do it!!

We enjoyed this tour so much (beside a downpour right as we were on our way back. We got drenched!) Can’t control nature though. Dewie was absolutely ah-mazing! We learned so much about gators on this tour. We even got to see quite a few of them while we were out there. If you’re in the area visiting, I would definitely recommend you take this tour

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

Wendy_W, Oct 2026

Amazing Tour !

Booked this excursion last minute and so glad we did ! There is so much information packed into 1 3 hour tour it was amazing ! Our guide was Gary, I had seen reviews on him and if you are lucky enough to get him as you guide you are in for a treat! He was so informational and if you are like I was you think of New Orleans and Bourbon Street and Jazz … but there is SOOO much to this amazing city ! We were so impressed that we will be back for longer so we can explore the different areas more completely 🙌.

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

Dina_H, Oct 2026

Kristi was a wonderful...

Kristi was a wonderful tour guide. She was very knowledgable and patient with us all. With the slightly rainy weather, she was very upbeat. She even modified the tour by getting our pralines to have at the restaurant after the gumbo instead of making us stand in the rain.

New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour

Jen_G, Oct 2026

Amazing time and enjoyable experience!

We had an amazing time with Lemen! He definitely kept my daughter and me spooked with his incredible knowledge of the French Quarter’s history and fascinating vampire theories. We truly enjoyed every moment of the tour and especially appreciate him taking such wonderful care of Norma, the horse. It was an unforgettable experience!

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure with Transportation

Myfyr_A, Oct 2026

What a way to ride the bayou!

Was a great experience. Our tour guide ( I forgot his name) was great. Full of wonderful information about the bayou and life there. He was so informative about the problems they are facing and the urgency in maintaining the swamp before the Gulf of Mexico might engulf it. Highly recommend!

New Orleans City Tour: History, City Park, Cemeteries, Food tips.

Betty_H, Oct 2026

Fabulous Tour

This tour was excellent! It was well organized, detailed yet concise, and comfortable to take part in. Cynthia, our guide, provided a wealth of information that highlighted the areas of interest that were included. We’ve been regular visitors to New Orleans for over forty years and had already done numerous tours of the city. This one was better than any of the others! Having a guide in addition to a driver (Carl, who was excellent as well) made it possible for each to remain focused on their specializations. Cynthia’s knowledge of the city allowed her delivery to be natural and her voice quality and diction made her easy to understand….even for ol’ codgers like us whose hearing has waned. I highly recommend this tour!

Swamp Boat Ride and Oak Alley Plantation Tour from New Orleans

Lucy_T, Oct 2026

Not one to miss if you’re visiting New Orleans!

An excellent day with Kate as our tour guide and Cindy as our driver. Our boat captain Dustin was also wonderful. It was a really informative trip and there was plenty of time for wandering and exploring both the plantation and Cajun Pride. In the plantation, we got to see the beautiful gardens, planter’s house and slave houses with guides who talked us through life on the plantation. On the river cruise, we saw loads of alligators (all different sizes/ages), raccoons, turtles and wild boars. Our captain told stories and jokes, then surprised us at the end with a tiny, baby alligator to hold! A truly brilliant experience.

Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans

Jacqulyn_D, Oct 2026

Fantastic! Take the tour!

My husband and I did it. Our tour guide, Roy, was AWESOME! This was so informative and FUN! Highly Recommend! If you're on the fence about doing a tour... Do this one! The bus was a smaller white hotel like bus with AC (very nice compared to the walking tours)! It also allowed for a smaller group of about 20 people. And did I mention our guide Roy was AWESOME! He was professional, funny, respectful, courteous and family friendly (people on our bus had children with them). He provided a great tour with history, lure and information. 10 out of 10 Recommend!