Things to Do in New Orleans

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Experience New Orleans from the best seat in the city on a steamboat cruise along the Mississippi River. Upgrade your experience with an optional buffet dinner and savor the flavors of the Big Easy.

“★★★★★ I’ve taken quite a few walking tours in New Orleans and the several I’ve taken led by Edward Simon were hands down the most interesting, surprising, thoughtful, hilarious, deeply creepy, and absolute BEST. - Michael Cerveris, Star of 'Mindhunter' Wanna get weird? Walk with us, fam. Curated by parapsychologist Dr. Edward Simon, this adults-only walking tour time machine transports you back through the ill-fated settlement that famed occultist Aleister Crowley referred to as the “Quartier Macabre,” a city lost between life and God. One night, we’ll uncover Gallatin Street's scandalous past as a bustling red-light district, or we may find ourselves at the doorstep of the city’s first witch coven, whispering legends of magick rituals before getting stirred by vampire lore at the Old Ursuline Convent. Wherever the road travels, you’ll be led and engaged by a master storyteller tasked to make your stay in our city one you won’t soon forget. Book fast, or forever rue, boo.

Find out how WWII was fought, how it was won, and what it means today

Get ready to discover Louisiana's stunning bayou in a unique, fun way when you take this fantastic airboat trip in Barataria Preserve!

Travel back in time, learn about New Orleans' dark and twisted past, and admire major landmarks in the French Quarter on this spooky nighttime carriage tour!

Join an immersive storytelling experience that will bring you on a journey through New Orleans' French Quarter. Hear tales of ghosts and the stories that made them, vampires, voodoo, magic and more.

Support a local, family-owned small business! Uncover the magic of New Orleans with my tailored tours that provide a genuine, insider's view of the city from a native, multi-generational guide. This experience is not just for first-time visitors; even if it's your 10th visit, there's always something new to discover! From the famed French Quarter to the historic districts of Faubourg Marigny and Treme, and our renowned "Cities of the Dead," delve into the hidden treasures and deep history of New Orleans with me. Cruise down St. Charles Avenue, take in the Garden District, and soak up the distinctive culture and lively spirit of this captivating city with a tour customized just for you. Allow me to make your trip to New Orleans an unforgettable one! And if you've visited before, let's explore unseen places and untold stories! I'm delighted to add extra stops or incorporate your preferred content to create a memory you'll always treasure!

See all of The Big Easy the easy way

Sail down the iconic Mississippi River on a traditional steamboat on this New Orleans cruise accompanied by live jazz music.

Explore the city comfortably sitting on one of the open double-decker buses with live guided commentary.

Journey back in time on a two-hour jazz cruise aboard the famous Sternwheeler Steamboat Natchez on the Mississippi River. Add an optional Creole lunch to your cruise, prepared fresh on board.

When you tour with non-profit Save Our Cemeteries you are helping to preserve and protect the historic cemeteries of New Orleans. Our tours are small and historically accurate. Lake Lawn Metairie cemetery was named by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Cemeteries.” This picturesque cemetery boasts some of the grandest funerary architecture and sculpture in the US. Live oaks surround greek temples, gothic and Islamic style tombs, obelisks, and marble monuments with beautiful ironwork and stained glass. The resting place of many of New Orlean's most influential and notorious citizens, Metairie Cemetery holds the graves of over 9,000 people on 65 landscaped acres. Nine Louisiana governors, seven New Orleans mayors, 49 kings of Carnival, and three Confederate generals rest alongside madams, brothel owners, bandleaders Louis Prima and Al Hirt, vampire writer Anne Rice, and former Saints and Pelicans’ owner Tom Benson. An easy walk. Wheelchair accessible.

Cruise the Mississippi River on a traditional steamboat with optional buffet

The New Orleans sightseeing bus will take you to see the best of this vibrant city on a route of 18 stops. Plus, tour the Garden District or the French Quarter!

Explore the city comfortably sitting on one of the open double-decker buses with live guided commentary.

Discover where New Orleans' most famous figures like the Voodoo Queen Mariel Laveau have been laid to rest on a guided walking tour inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.

Listed as a National Historic Landmark District the city of Lafayette became known as the American Sector but approaching the 1830's, it was known as the Garden District. Comprised of a close network of several plantations which were parceled, sold and broken into smaller lots in which various ethnic neighborhoods consisting of the American sector, the Irish Channel, and an elite Jewish community to name a few would call home. There was also very large African American & Creole neighborhoods adjacent to the others and together were all a part of the city of Lafayette.

Take a bite of the legendary Hard Rock Cafe burger

Explore an integral part of New Orleans's history when you visit the Jazz Museum. With your ticket, you'll discover the story behind the iconic music genre!

Discover the Pirate history on this pub crawl through New Orleans' French Quarter. Explore different bars as you listen to stories from the city's darker side of history.

Join the fun on a 2-hour, story-filled stroll through the French Quarter, the oldest, most famous, and most unpredictable neighborhood in New Orleans. This tour has history, culture, architecture and is great for shopping and dining.

This is a private tour, feel safe touring safe only with the people you are traveling with. We begin in the French Quarter, the most emblematic New Orleans neighborhood. We'll discuss geography, architecture and the folks that made our fabled city in the swamp. Next we’ll head upriver in a mini van to the Garden District. As we proceed through the oak-lined streets we will take in the grandeur of historic mansions and gardens and discuss the political landscape that gave birth to the Garden District. Lafayette Cemetery #1, one of the iconic New Orleans’ above ground “cities of the dead”. From outside the cemetery walls,(all cemeteries are currently closed) we will discuss the unique burial traditions of the Crescent City. We'll have transportation, but some walking, in areas like the Jackson Square & the cemetery, is ideal. This excursion features the highlights of the French Quarter and uptown neighborhoods.

Capture photos inside the nave and learn the history from a guide

On this guided tour of the French Quarter of New Orleans, we'll discover the city's charm and explore the colonial buildings in the oldest part of the city!

Uncover the eerie history of New Orleans' French Quarter on a thrilling ghost tour. Explore haunted sites and hear chilling tales of voodoo, vampires, and spirits.

Explore the underwater world at Audubon Aquarium, a New Orleans aquarium voted one of the top five aquariums in the U.S. Be immersed in the wonder of Audubon Insectarium's Butterfly Garden.

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A one-of-a-kind indoor/outdoor observation deck and cultural exhibit

Discover the swamps of southern New Orleans when you take this fantastic boat trip around the beautiful Barataria Preserve.

Visit the burial site of New Orleans' most famous and historical figures.

Enjoy a private transfer service from New Orleans International Airport. Take the stress out of travel with a pre-booked service and avoid navigating the public transport networks.

Ready to embark on a journey through the haunted streets of the French Quarter? Welcome to the most haunted city in the nation! (If you wanna argue about it, that’s even more fun for us!) Walk by some of the most haunted locations in the quarter while being regaled with the tales of those who have gone before. Learn about the vampire community here in New Orleans, both past and present as you stroll by the site where our local Fangsmith crafts dental quality sharpened canines for anyone who dares to get fitted for them. Learn the truth behind the famed LaLaurie Mansion, from the 1800s to present day. Hear the stories of the most beloved (and most loathed) characters from New Orleans history. Get your creepy fix with the true stories of Crescent City hauntings.

See the sights and sounds of the oldest Black neighborhood in the US

Booking this ticket to Mardi Gras World, you'll get to discover all the secrets of one of the most important celebrations in New Orleans: Carnival.

Explore the city comfortably sitting on one of the open double-decker buses with live guided commentary.

Experience the cuisine of New Orleans at this demonstration cooking class at the New Orleans School of Cooking. Enjoy a 3 or 4-course creole and cajun meal, copies of the recipes, and a local brew.

Escape the ordinary, just 8 miles from the French Quarter! Relax and leave your cares behind while you explore the lake side of New Orleans on a private 2 hour sail. Hop aboard a 47' luxury Beneteau sailboat called "Roux Stir", named for our love of a heartwarming New Orleans gumbo. Maximum 6 guests please. Once onboard, all guests receive complimentary white wine, local craft beer, and light snacks. Listen to the boat glide through the water or enjoy your favorite tunes via Spotify. Enjoy a 2 hour invigorating sail on the Southshore of historic & expansive Lake Pontchartrain, where you may spot a brown pelican flying overhead, and see the longest bridge in the world over water, the Causeway. Captain Doug, a local New Orleanian with a passion for sailing, will ensure your safety. All proper safety equipment, life vests, and clean restrooms onboard. Search NewOrleansYacht to see more options including our Sunset Sails. A MINIMUM OF 2 TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ORDER TO GO OUT.

Unique views of the skyline from the Mississippi River, plus live jazz

Save money and time with the Go City: New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass and visit up to 25 attractions including Mardi Gras World and a lot more!

Embark on a self-guided mystery tour around Jackson Square. Solve a 19th-century murder case while exploring the rich history of New Orleans.

Join an airboat tour in New Orleans for an exhilarating ride though pristine waterways, encountering amazing wildlife up close.

Our most popular 3 hour driving tour is an overview of New Orleans, traveling in the comfort of our luxurious Honda Odyssey minivan. We'll start in the French Quarter, where the city’s colorful history began. We’ll continue to the Marigny and the Bywater, two charming downriver neighborhoods, and get a sense of their changing history through the centuries and in the 14 years since Hurricane Katrina. We’ll proceed up mansion-lined Esplanade Avenue towards Bayou St. John and to City Park, one of our nation’s oldest urban parks and home to the world’s largest stand of mature live oak trees. We will continue upriver along iconic St. Charles Avenue through the University area into the fabled Garden District. Approaching Canal Street, we’ll pass through the Warehouse Arts District, by the World War II Museum and the Central Business District. A condensed presentation, this tour is great for hot summer months, (we’re in air conditioning the whole time!) or for visitors short on time.

Tour a former plantation and visit one of America's few museums on slavery

A magnificent mansion, a beautiful oak tree tunnel, and a dark chapter in American history, all await you on this tour of the Oak Alley plantation.

Immerse yourself into New Orleans' jazz roots and Mardi Gras magic and explore the main sights of the city with an in-app audio tour on your smartphone.

Visit Oak Alley Plantation on a guided tour from New Orleans. Learn about plantation life, see antique farm equipment and join a tour led by a guide in traditional dress.

As you board the luxury passenger van, you will be instantly treated like a celebrity. Leather seats and a comfortable ride await you. As we pick up other guests around the city, you will be given a mini-tour of the city or you may watch a film about other plantations to prepare you for your tour. While you are on the van, be prepared to be entertained by the driver! You will not just sit in silence.

See the bayous and swamps of Louisiana on this airboat adventure

The New Orleans hop on hop off bus is a practical way to tour the City of Jazz. You can get on an off the bus at any of its stops!