What are the hours for the New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off bus?

Buses typically run from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. (Scheduling may be altered for major events and holidays)

How long does one rotation take if I don't get off the bus?

One full rotation of the Hop on Hop off bus takes approximately 90 minutes.

How often does the bus arrive at each stop?

Buses arrive every 25-30 minutes.

Is the New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off bus guided?

There are live guides on each bus that will provide exciting and interesting facts about each stop. They are very knowledgeable and very happy to answer any questions you may have about the fascinating city of New Orleans.

Is the guided narration available in languages other than English?

At this time the live guide provides commentary in English only.

Do I have to redeem my ticket at a specific location or can I just go to the nearest bus stop?

You may present your Voucher (digital image or printed) to the guide or agent at any Hop on Hop off bus stop.

What should I wear for the New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off bus?

Comfortable walking shoes are always recommended. Be sure to check the weather forecast and dress appropriately!

Where does the Garden District Walking tour depart from?

The Garden District Walking Tour departs from the corner of Washington Avenue and Magazine Street, conveniently located at Hop-On Hop-Off Stop #12, (2727 Magazine Street).

Where does the French Quarter Walking tour depart from?

The French Quarter Walking Tour departs from 700 Decatur Street (City Sightseeing Ticket Office, located at Stop #1, across the street from Jackson Square.)

New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Unlimited Sightseeing Package

Badge of Excellence

New Orleans, USA

High interest

Booked 2 times today.

3 days (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.5

· Liz_M ·

Mar 2026

Excellent way to get around the districts and to hop on and off off where you want to. The drivers all had excellent customer service skills and the commentator s were very knowledgable and helpful. Really would suggest this experience to travellers. We had the three day pass which was perfect.

· Elsa_G ·

Apr 2026

Tour guide was wonderful Very informative and interesting. Bus was clean. The stop on Basin Street was great.

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Overview

Save money on your New Orleans adventures with this sightseeing package that includes two walking tours and a 3-day, hop-on hop-off bus ticket for a very affordable price. You’ll get a guided tour of the Garden District and the French Quarter with a 3-day bus ticket that lets you explore the city as you wish.

Pack top attractions into your trip with two tours and a hop-on hop-off bus ticket
Perfect for families, this New Orleans sightseeing package fits most budgets
Use your bus ticket to explore the city at your own pace with your own itinerary
All walking tours meet at easy-to-find locations for convenience

What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
French Quarter Walking Tour (Guided)
Garden District Walking Tour (Guided)
Poncho - Our Tours roll rain or shine! If it rains on you, you will receive a complimentary Poncho!
Live-Guided City Tour on every Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Bus

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Operating hours

04/17/2026 - 04/17/2026
Friday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/18/2026 - 04/18/2026
Saturday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/19/2026 - 04/19/2026
Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/20/2026 - 04/20/2026
Monday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/21/2026 - 04/22/2026
Tuesday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/23/2026 - 04/26/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/27/2026 - 04/29/2026
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/30/2026 - 04/30/2026
Thursday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
05/01/2026 - 05/03/2026
Friday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
05/04/2026 - 05/13/2026
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
05/07/2026 - 05/10/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
05/14/2026 - 05/16/2026
Thursday - Saturday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
05/17/2026 - 05/17/2026
Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
05/18/2026 - 05/27/2026
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
05/21/2026 - 05/31/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
06/01/2026 - 07/15/2026
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
06/04/2026 - 07/12/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
07/16/2026 - 09/06/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
07/20/2026 - 09/09/2026
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
09/10/2026 - 10/11/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
09/14/2026 - 10/07/2026
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
10/12/2026 - 10/13/2026
Monday - Tuesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
10/14/2026 - 10/14/2026
Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
10/15/2026 - 10/18/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
10/19/2026 - 11/08/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
11/09/2026 - 11/18/2026
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
11/12/2026 - 11/22/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
11/23/2026 - 12/23/2026
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
11/27/2026 - 11/29/2026
Friday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
12/03/2026 - 12/20/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
12/24/2026 - 12/25/2026
Thursday - Friday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
12/26/2026 - 12/27/2026
Saturday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
12/28/2026 - 01/03/2027
Monday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
01/04/2027 - 02/03/2027
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
01/07/2027 - 02/07/2027
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
02/08/2027 - 03/17/2027
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
02/11/2027 - 03/21/2027
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
03/22/2027 - 03/28/2027
Monday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
03/29/2027 - 04/01/2027
Monday - Thursday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/02/2027 - 04/04/2027
Friday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/05/2027 - 04/14/2027
Monday - Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/08/2027 - 04/11/2027
Thursday - Sunday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
04/15/2027 - 04/16/2027
Thursday - Friday : 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Departure Point

You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.

Itinerary

Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour Route

18 Stops

8 Points of Interest

Duration: 3 days

Operating Schedule: Operating Hours 9:30am - 5:30pm, Buses every 25 minutes! One Tour Loop is 1 hour, 30 minutes. First Departures from Stop 1, Stop 5, Stop 6, and Stop 17 between 9:30am - 9:40am. Last Full Loop Departure 4:00pm Any Stop. We are open most holidays except Mardi Gras Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Unfortunately, sometimes city-wide street closures impact our route, and we are unable to operate any tours or may have to close early. Feb 6, 2026 – Mardi Gras – Tours End at 3:30pm (Last Full Loop at 2pm) Feb 7-8, 2026 – Mardi Gras – No Tours Feb 11-13, 2026 – Mardi Gras – Tours End at 3:30pm (Last Full Loop at 2pm) Fri Feb 13, 2026 – Mardi Gras – Tours End at 3:30pm (Last Full Loop at 2pm) Feb 14-15, 2026 – Mardi Gras – No Tours Feb 16, 2026 – Mardi Gras – Tours End at 3:30pm (Last Full Loop at 2pm) Feb 17, 2026 – Mardi Gras Day – No Tours April 16, 2026 – French Quarter Festival – Stops 1-4 CLOSED April 17, 2026 – French Quarter Festival – Stops 1-4 CLOSED April 18, 2026 – French Quarter Festival – No Tours April 19, 2026 – French Quarter Festival – No Tours Nov 25, 2026 – Tours End at 4:00pm (Last Full Loop at 2:30pm) Nov 26, 2026 – Thanksgiving Day – No Tours Dec 5, 2026 – Christmas Parade – No Tours Dec 24, 2026 – Christmas Eve – Tours End at 4:00pm (Last Full Loop 2:30pm) Dec 25, 2026 – Christmas Day – No Tours Dec 31, 2026 – New Years Eve – Tours End at 3:30pm (Last Full Loop at 2pm) Dec 31, 2026 - Sugar Bowl Parade - Stops 1-4 & 18 CLOSED 12:30pm

Hop-On Hop-Off Stop 1

Hop on Hop off: Stop 2

2200 Royal St

Hop On Hop Off Stop 4

Hop On Hop Off: Stop 5

Hop On Hop Off: Stop 6

Hop-On Hop-Off: Stop 7

Hop-On Hop-Off: Stop 8

Hop On Hop Off: Stop 9

Hop On Hop Off: Stop 10

Hop On Hop Off: Stop 11

Hop On Hop Off: Stop 12

Fleurty Girl Magazine St.

Fresh Market Bakery

Hop On Hop Off: Stop 15

Hop-On Hop-Off: Stop 16

Hop-On Hop-Off: Stop 17

Hop-on Hop-off Stop 18 at Vue Orleans

Points of interest passed by on this route

Jackson Square

Basin St. Station

Fleurty Girl

Caesars Superdome

The National WWII Museum

Magazine Street

Caesars New Orleans - Casino

Lafayette Square

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Frequently Asked Questions (10)

Q:How many stops are there on the New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off bus?

A:There are 19 stops along the route, taking through the most interesting and beautiful parts of the Crescent city!

Jan 2024

The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.5

based on 567 reviews

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I highly recommend...

Robin_W, Apr 2026

I highly recommend getting the 3 day pass so you can explore all the tour has to offer without rushing.

Recommend as a great starting point!

Joey_P, Apr 2026

Overall, I do recommend the Hop-On Hop-Off tour. The drivers were safe and courteous, and most of the tour guides (two out of three) were informative and very entertaining. I can’t remember his name, but the guide from New Jersey was absolutely fantastic! We had a three-day pass, which included two walking tours: the French Quarter and the Garden District. The French Quarter tour was…meh. The guide seemed overly focused on getting us to see the steamboat departure, which made the tour feel a bit rushed. It wasn’t bad, just not something that needed to be treated as a “highlight,” especially since the boat departs at other times of day. The Garden District tour, on the other hand, was great! The guide was very friendly—even though it was her third non-stop tour on a very warm day—and she shared lots of interesting information. I only managed to stump her once with my questions—ha! Now for the downside: we had a three-day pass, but it disappeared from the app at the end of the second day. It wasn’t even saved under past tours like my others. I’m not sure what happened there. Fortunately, we had already seen everything we wanted, so it didn’t end up affecting our trip. Even with that odd issue, I would still recommend this tour to anyone looking for a convenient way to map out key points of interest.

Tour guide was wonderful ...

Elsa_G, Apr 2026

Tour guide was wonderful Very informative and interesting. Bus was clean. The stop on Basin Street was great.

I enjoyed the tour. It gave a brief overview of the city.

Marquita_W, Apr 2026

The tour gave an impression about the vibe of the city; the architecture, businesses, and ambiance. I loved the city because it is historic and unique In appearance.

We had a little trouble...

Colleen_B, Apr 2026

We had a little trouble at first figuring out how to get a map of the route but once we made it to the visitor center, we found everything we need.

I think the HOHO Bus...

marissa_m, Apr 2026

I think the HOHO Bus tours are the best way to get around and learn about a new city. The drivers and tour guides seem to enjoy what they are doing which makes for a good experience. Each guide has their own personal flair and may also share different tidbits of history than the next guide.

Fantastic way to be...

Horst_G, Mar 2026

Fantastic way to be introduced to New Orleans! The skilled drivers deftly navigated the bus while the guide provided an in-depth view into how, when and why New Orleans developed into the city it is today.

Well worth the money!!!

James_H, Mar 2026

We enjoyed our Hop On Hop Off experience. There were several friendly tour guides we'd like to give a shout out to...Ellen & Trudy; Steve & Ellroy; and even though Nicoll wasn't a tour guide she kept us entertained while waiting on the bus. The tour itself was very informative and interesting. We had 3 day passes so we were able to use the bus as a means to jump off and go out to eat then jump back on to return to our hotel. Saved us a lot of UBER fares and well worth the money plus you got to learn all about the New Orleans area too!

Bucket List Trip

Liz_M, Mar 2026

Scenic Review

Beverley_M, Mar 2026

Great to see the city and learn about its history. Wonderful and cooperative employees. Relaxing and informative.

Great way to see the city without having to drive yourself

Steven_C, Mar 2026

Always like using these Hop-on, Hop-off buses. Gave us a good look at various hotspots, so we knew where to go later. The traveling commentary is very informative, and enjoyed the guided tour of the Garden District which was included in the price.

So so

gary_o, Mar 2026

Did not use, hard to find stop near me was not worth the hundred plus dollars we spent trying to utilize it

Great tour guides!

Teresa_B, Mar 2026

We do hop on/off buses all over the world, and this is our first with a live guide! Our bus guide, Chris, was awesome, fun, funny, and super informative! We wish we had him for the whole day!! Thanks to Lita for driving us safely. We also LOVED our Garden District walking tour guide, Colin! He was a wealth of information on the history, culture, architecture, greenery, local spots, and current events. We definitely recommend the multi day pass, because it includes the walking tour!

Funny tour with great guides

Steven_S, Mar 2026

I had such a great time on the Hop‑on Hop‑off tour of New Orleans. The route was easy to follow, the stops were convenient, and the whole experience felt relaxed and well organized. What really made the tour exceptional, though, was our guide. Her knowledge of the city’s history, neighborhoods, and hidden stories added so much depth to the ride. Every stop came alive because of the context they shared — from architecture to culture (like Beyonce's house) to the little details you’d never learn on your own. It turned a simple sightseeing loop into a genuinely enriching experience. Highly recommend.

A must for first time visitors!!!

Jais_E, Mar 2026

We really enjoyed our time on the bus! The first time we rode the whole route and learned so much about the city! Our driver Ellroy and our guide Logan were fantastic!

Drivers and guides were...

Mick_W, Mar 2026

Drivers and guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. Loved the 3 days days so we could fo back and explore more in depth.

It's an awesome...

Shna_H, Mar 2026

It's an awesome experience. I would recommend the hop on hop off 3 day pass for everyone. The first day just ride it all around to get a taste of where you want to go back to

Good basic tour

Chris_A, Mar 2026

Good overview of the city with hop off activities that enrich the experience. Guides are knowledgeable and hel[pful

Loved the ease to use

Elaine_S, Mar 2026

Have used in multiple cities and it never disappoints. Great narratives by each guide and fun way to view the city and tourist locations

Bus tour with friendly guides

Michelle_L, Feb 2026

Comfortable and clean bus. Nice staff. Informative and fun. Bus was late and the broke down but they brought a new bus fairly quickly.

NOLA magic bus

Bart, Feb 2026

There are 18 stops to get on and off, but at the main terminal #1, the driver and the guide change, giving you more opportunities to tip. Hours and route change on parade days.

Nice overview of the city, your guide is a factor

Mark_R, Feb 2026

This is great way to see the major sections of the city and important areas and neighborhoods! We sat upstairs and had great views of all of the points of interest. Our guide was the reason for the 3 star rating. We felt that he did a lot of talking about his drinking experiences which we felt was highly inappropriate for a family tour. We would not ride the bus with same guide again.

Good Intro to NOLA

Julie_M, Feb 2026

Great general tour on bus! Great walking tour of Jackson Square! Some stops a little hard to find. Could also take the trolleys cheaper but wouldn't get all the great info. Make sure to check as schedule can change due to parades and events.

Covers all the major...

Laura_R, Jan 2026

Covers all the major sights and areas of New Orleans. Buying the multi day pass includes the additional walking tours which is great for a little more information.

Hop on Hop off bus

Nicole_W, Jan 2026

This is a great way ro get around town and see iconic spots. Things aren't as close as they seem. The tour guides are so good and knowledgeable about the city. The 3 day option is the best.

Great value for this bus option!

bellasmom, Jan 2026

Great value for trip! It was awesome to have to ability to get on and off throughout the city. Took the full trip once to see it all. Did the garden district tour which was a nice add on. Found the app arrival time for buses to be fairly accurate unlike others who commented it did not but you honestly need to understand they are navigating through traffic. Took a minute to understand the route stops. The maps weren’t offered in the tour office or mentioned when I asked and didn’t notice them when we got on the bus the first time and they weren’t pointed out with our first tour guide. Some bus guides are better than others but we looked at this like transportation more than a tour so that was an extra with some trips being more entertaining than others.

Worth it better than finding parking everywhere

Cynthia_G, Jan 2026

Very nice to the guide Deidre was great and explaining the city. Bus was on time and the app was very helpful and knowing exactly when to be at each stop.

A great way to get to know the city

Lisa_T, Jan 2026

Love having a live guide share their love for their city. The HOHO is always a great way to orient yourself with a new city.

This is the way to plan...

Sherry_H, Jan 2026

This is THE WAY TO PLAN YOUR ACTIVITES!!! You get a great idea of what is where! Then you can plan acc- ordingly. We purchased the 3 day and it was awesome.