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To get the full experience of a city like New Orleans , there's no better way than to follow a local's advice. With the help of traveler reviews, U.S. News tracked down some of the best guided New Orleans tours that will give you a true lay of the land – from walks through famous cemeteries and tales of haunted mansions to finding the best beignets and live street music.

Steamboat Natchez – New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Harbor Cruise

Price: Adults from $39; kids from $16 Duration: 2 hours

Cruise down the Mississippi River on a historic, paddle-wheel riverboat during this two-hour tour. As you take in the sights along the riverbank, you'll hear commentary from the captain while live jazz music is performed. You also have the option to upgrade your ticket to include lunch. Reviewers are complimentary of the family-friendly cruise, calling it relaxing. They are also impressed by the live jazz music. However, a few travelers advise against booking the lunch option, describing the food as average.

Tickets start at $39 per adult and $16 per child ages 6 to 12. Children ages 2 to 5 ride free. Tours are generally offered Monday to Saturday at 11 a.m. An evening cruise is also available.

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Two Chicks Walking Tours – Garden District Walking Tour

Price: From $30 Duration: 2 hours

Take a stroll through one of New Orleans' most picturesque neighborhoods and soak in the area's rich history on Two Chicks' Garden District Walking Tour. On this two-hour tour, guides take you by local mansions, including Buckner Mansion (featured in "American Horror Story: Coven") while regaling you with history about the homes and neighborhood. Reviewers enjoy the storytelling and humor of Two Chicks' tour guides, as well as their vast local insight.

Tours are typically offered daily at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets cost about $30 per person. Two Chicks' other tours include guided walks through the French Quarter .

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Witches Brew Tours – New Orleans Ghost, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

Price: Adults from $29; kids from $20 Duration: 2 hours

Get your adrenaline pumping and your ghost radar up on this two-hour walking tour through the French Quarter's most haunted areas. Guides take a maximum of 28 people along for the ride, while recounting stories of famous ghosts and local witchcraft. The tour also includes a stop at New Orleans' most haunted house (belonging to Madame Delphine LaLaurie), which was featured in the TV show "American Horror Story: Coven." Along with the beautiful scenery and architecture, reviewers love the tour guide's local knowledge and stories about the area.

Tours are available daily in the morning, afternoon and evening at various times. Tickets start at $29 for adults and $20 for kids ages 6 to 12. If you're craving more, check out the company's Voodoo, cemetery and French Quarter tour.

Destination Kitchen – New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter

Price: From $76 Duration: 3 hours

Satisfy your inner foodie (and stomach) on this three-hour food tour from Destination Kitchen. A local guide takes you to some of the French Quarter's most famous restaurants for six or seven food tastings. Some of the dishes sampled may include jambalaya, muffuletta and pralines. In addition to the eclectic tastings, travelers commend the knowledgeable guides and the history they share. Reviewers are also impressed by the generous portion sizes.   Tickets start at $76 per person and include all food tastings (cocktails can be purchased separately). Tours are available daily in the morning and afternoon. Destination Kitchen also offers a version of this tour that includes a cooking class.

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Tours with Airboat Adventures give travelers a close-up look at New Orleans' famous swamps.

Airboat Adventures – New Orleans Airboat Ride

Price: From $59 Duration: 2 hours

Experience the wild side of Louisiana on a New Orleans Airboat Ride. For nearly two hours, you'll zip through the Lafitte National Preserve and bayous while keeping your eyes peeled for the swamp's resident animals, including alligators, herons, ibises and turtles. Visitors love being close to wildlife and seeing the animals' natural habitats. They also compliment the friendly guides for their entertaining and informative commentary.

Tickets start at $59 per person on a large airboat (up to 30 passengers) and $89 per person on a small airboat (up to 10 passengers). Children ages 5 and younger and pregnant women are not permitted to ride. Tours are offered several times daily. Keep in mind: The departure point for the boat tour is located approximately 30 miles from downtown New Orleans. You can arrange your own transportation or pay extra for round-trip transportation provided by the company.

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Confederacy of Cruisers – Creole New Orleans Bike Tour

Price: From $44 Duration: 3 hours

Hop on a bike and let Confederacy of Cruisers show you a new side of New Orleans. With the help of a local expert, you'll bike 6 miles at your own pace (tours generally last three hours), cruising through the historic Bywater and Faubourg Marigny neighborhoods, down Esplanade Avenue and through Treme. Reviewers appreciate that the route takes you beyond the typical sights. Meanwhile, other participants love the tour's leisurely pace and the ease of riding the company's cruiser bicycles.

Tours are generally offered seven days a week in both the morning and afternoon, though there are no tours on summer Tuesdays. Tickets start at $49 per person, which includes the bike rental. If you plan on bringing your own bike, tickets start at $44. Tours are capped at eight people. The company also offers culinary and cocktail bike tours.

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Royal Carriages – New Orleans History & Haunts Carriage Tour

Price: From $70 Duration: 1 hour

For a hair-raising tour of the French Quarter, consider this nighttime mule-drawn carriage ride. The one-hour tour details the city's purportedly haunted past and features landmarks like the LaLaurie Mansion, the Gardette-LaPrete Mansion and Muriel's Restaurant. Reviewers praise the guides for their humorous storytelling and say this is the perfect activity for tourists.

The small-group tours, which are capped at eight participants, are offered multiple times daily; exact departure times vary by season. Tickets cost $70 per person. You'll meet carriages in front of Jackson Square . Travelers also have the option to book private carriage rides, as well as daytime tours of the French Quarter.

City Sightseeing New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Price: Adults from $42; kids from $10 Duration: 1.5 hours

Create your own adventure with the help of City Sightseeing's Hop-On Hop-Off tour. Along the 90-minute route, you'll stop at some of New Orleans' top attractions , including the National WWII Museum , Frenchmen Street and the Garden District, for a total of 19 stops. You're welcome to get off the double-decker bus at any stop and get on again at your leisure; buses service each stop every 30 minutes. Reviewers appreciate the convenience and ease the bus provides for touring the city and applaud the knowledgeable onboard guides, who provide commentary throughout the journey. However, a few reviewers note that the quality of the guides can vary widely.

Tours are available daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. One-day tickets start at $46 for adults and $10 for children ages 3 to 12. Packages that include multiday hop-on, hop-off tours plus walking tours of different neighborhoods, are also available.

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Kayak-iti-Yat Original Kayaking Tours of New Orleans – Big Easy Bayou Tour

Price: From $49 Duration: 2 hours

See Bayou St. John from the water on Kayak-iti-Yat's Big Easy Bayou Tour. If you want to relax, this is the tour for you as you'll spend most of the two-hour trip leisurely paddling by architectural must-sees and interesting landmarks, including homes built in the late 1700s. Along the way, guides will give you the rundown on local trivia and historical lore. In addition to the engaging and informative guides, reviewers also enjoy the tour's laid-back pace.

Tickets start at $49 per person. Tours are generally offered Wednesday through Monday in the morning and evening. If you're looking for more fun on the water, the company also offers a paddle of the full length of Bayou St. John.

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Wild Louisiana Kayak Swamp Tours – Manchac Magic Kayak Swamp Tours

Keep your eyes peeled for alligators, eagles, snakes, egrets, herons and owls as you paddle through Manchac Swamp on this two-hour kayak tour. The swamp, which was once used as a logging waterway, features slow-moving currents, making this an ideal trip for beginners and children. Reviewers gush about the beautiful cypress trees and many animal sightings, and say guides are experts in the swamp's history and ecology.

Tours can be booked daily at 10:15 a.m. as well as 1 and 4 p.m.; an 8:15 a.m. tour is also available in the summer months. Tickets start at $59 per person and include use of the kayaks, life vests and necessary gear. Note that the swamp is located about 30 miles northwest of the French Quarter. For an additional charge, you can use Wild Louisiana's shuttle to get to and from the city. Wild Louisiana also offers kayak fishing trips and photography tours, among other options.

Cajun Encounters – Daily Swamp Tour

Price: Adults from $32.75; kids from $21.75 Duration: 2 hours

See the Big Easy's Honey Island up close on one of Cajun Encounters' swamp tours. This two-hour tour will take you through wildlife territory on a flat-bottomed boat for up-close views of Louisiana alligators, boars, snakes and egrets – all with a minimal impact on the environment. Reviewers enjoy the adventurous feel of the tour and the company's experienced guides.

Tickets start at $32.75 for participants ages 12 and older and $21.75 for children ages 4 to 11; infants 3 and younger ride free. For an additional charge, the company also provides round-trip transportation from select locations within downtown New Orleans. Tours are offered daily multiple times in the morning and afternoon. Cajun Encounters also offers city bus tours, plantation tours and sunset swamp tours, among others.

Buzz Nola – Garden/Quarter Combo Bike Tour

Price: From $50 Duration: 3 hours

Cycle your way through the city and see the best of the Garden District and the French Quarter with the help of Buzz Nola. This three-hour guided bicycle tour takes you through two of the most popular areas of the city, with historical trivia and interesting tidbits about New Orleans' early beginnings shared along the way. The tour also includes a visit to an above-ground cemetery. Reviewers rave about their guide's storytelling, as well as how much ground they covered in a short time.

Tours are typically available daily at 10 a.m. and/or 1:30 p.m. Tickets start at $50 per person and include bicycle and helmet rental, as well as water. Riders must be at least 12 years old. Need some help riding? Sign up for the company's electric bike tour instead.

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Visitors will sample New Orleans' staple cuisine while learning about the city's history and culture on Doctor Gumbo's Food History Tour.

Doctor Gumbo Tours – Food History Tour in New Orleans

Price: From $75 Duration: 3 hours

See the role food has played in shaping New Orleans' past and present with Doctor Gumbo's Food History Tour. During this three-hour walking tour, you'll taste classic and signature dishes (think: gumbo, po'boys and muffulettas) at up to five restaurants in the French Quarter. In addition to the food, tour guides share a variety of local stories and historical trivia – a highlight for participants. Travelers are also complimentary of the venues and the dishes.

Tickets start at $75 per person. Tours are generally offered Wednesday through Sunday at 1 p.m.; private excursions run Monday and Tuesday. If you're looking to further enrich your experience (and trivia skills), Doctor Gumbo also offers a cocktail history tour, as well as a combo food and cocktail history tour.

Gray Line – New Orleans Craft Cocktail Walking Tour

Price: From $68 Duration: 2.5 hours

If you want to experience all the French Quarter has to offer in the cocktail department, allow Gray Line to assist. This 2 1/2-hour tour will take you through the famous neighborhood with stories (and samples) of three cocktails, stopping at places like the Carriageway Bar and Pirate's Alley Café & Old Absinthe House. Additional drinks are available throughout the tour for purchase. Tourgoers especially like the diversion from a traditional pub crawl and that Gray Line includes history and culture trivia.

Tickets start at $68 per person; participants must be 21 or older. Tours are offered daily at 4 p.m. Gray Line offers additional walking tours, as well as ghost, plantation and swamp tours, among others.

New Orleans Secrets – Magazine Street Foodie Tour

Price: From $125 Duration: 3 hours

During this three-hour tour, you'll venture to four savory restaurants and one dessert boutique in the Garden District. Along the way, you'll enjoy six menu items and a pint of local beer or soda. Reviewers praise the beauty and charm of the Garden District, and are not disappointed by the quality or quantity of food. What's more, tour sizes are capped at nine people, making for an intimate experience, according to reviewers.

Tours are offered Thursday through Monday at 11 a.m., with an additional 3 p.m. tour on select days. Tickets cost approximately $125 per person. New Orleans Secrets also offers history, swamp and ghost tours.

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Tours By Steven – Garden District & Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour

Price: Adults from $30; kids from $22 Duration: 2 hours

Stroll by celebrity homes, famous filming locations and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 on this two-hour walking tour of the Garden District. Along the way, your guide will share information about the district's distinct architecture and history, as well as the unique burial customs of the city's famous cemeteries. Reviewers appreciate the personable tour guides and say the experience made them appreciate the district's unique architecture and history.

Tours typically run daily at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets for participants ages 12 and older start at $30; children ages 6 to 11 can join for $22. The company also offers walking tours of the French Quarter and St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.

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Swamp Tour by Tour Boat

Climb aboard our enchanting swamp tour boat and embark on a thrilling adventure through the mystical Barataria Swamps. Get ready to be spellbound by the hauntingly beautiful cypress trees and the playful antics of curious gators — it’s a journey you won’t soon forget!

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Airboat Swamp Tour

Experience the BEST swamp tour in New Orleans! The area toured is a combination of swamp, marsh and lake. The swamp is such a diverse ecosystem that you may see anything such as a bald eagle, a pelican, an osprey, or even an owl. Book online today!

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Oak Alley Plantation Tour

Step into a world of Southern splendor on our Oak Alley Plantation Tour, where the stately oaks, grand architecture, and rich history blend together to create an unforgettable journey into the heart of Louisiana’s captivating past! Book online now.

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New Orleans City & Swamp Combination Tours

Explore New Orleans’ vibrant city & mysterious swamps! If you are interested in experiencing all that New Orleans has to offer, the City/Katrina Tour and Swamp Airboat Tour is the perfect combination tour and ultimate Louisiana adventure. Book online today!

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New Orleans Ghost Tours

Disease, disaster, sinister spirits, and murder most foul! Join us on our walking tour for historically accurate tales of local haunting and vampire lore. Experience a Spine-Tingling Journey Through the City’s Eerie History! Book online today.

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Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Combo Tours

Step back in time among the majestic oaks of Oak Alley Plantation before diving into the enchanting depths of Louisiana’s swamps, where alligators and Spanish moss create a truly unforgettable combo tour experience. Book online today!

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Destrehan Plantation & Swamp Combo Tours

Step into history at Destrehan Plantation, then venture deep into the heart of Louisiana’s enchanting swamps on our exciting combo tour, where you’ll encounter alligators and immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the bayou. Book online today!

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3 Hour New Orleans City & Katrina Tour

Join us on a 3-hour journey through the vibrant streets of New Orleans, where you’ll soak in the city’s rich culture, and gain insight into the resilience and recovery of the community in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, making history come alive in every step!

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Oak Alley Plantation + 3 Hour New Orleans City & Katrina Tour

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New Orleans is one of the most culturally diverse and historically rich cities in the US. From the charming Creole restaurants and buzzing jazz venues in the French Quarter to the beautiful swamplands and plantations on the outskirts of the city, there are a staggering number of things to do in New Orleans . So much so that it can be tough to wrap your head around! 

If this is your first visit to NOLA (or your fifth!), tagging along on a tour or two is one of the best ways to delve a little bit deeper into everything this dynamic city has to offer. Whether you’re interested in sampling all of the best foods in New Orleans or getting up close and personal with gators in a moss-laden swamp, you’ll have tons of unique tours to choose from. 

New Orleans is the perfect place to explore on a guided or self-guided walking tour. You can easily get to know the city by taking a few hours to cruise around the French Quarter or the Garden District and checking out all of the city’s most famous landmarks.

Once you’re a bit more acquainted with your surroundings, you can tap into NOLA’s Creole culture on a food tour before learning all about its boozy history on a group pub crawl or cocktail tour. Or, if it’s history you’re after, you’ll definitely want to learn about New Orleans’ complicated past at a sprawling plantation or educate yourself about voodoo culture at the city’s oldest cemeteries!

With so many things to see and do, you might not know where to begin. So we’ve compiled our list of the absolute best tours in New Orleans for you. Stick to these fun and unique NOLA tour recommendations, and there’s no doubt you’ll have an amazing time getting to know this one-of-a-kind Louisiana city.

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15 Fun and Unique Tours in New Orleans 

1. take a walking tour of the garden district.

The French Quarter might get most of the attention, but if you want to experience one of New Orleans’ most charming and historic neighborhoods, you really can’t go wrong with a walking tour of the Garden District ! 

While you can easily stroll through this lush district on a self-guided tour, it’s well worth booking a guided tour if you’d prefer to walk away with a deeper understanding of the history, culture, and architecture of the area. 

This two-hour tour will take you down oak tree-lined streets, past stately 19th-century mansions, and through beautiful gardens as your guide showers you with interesting stories and facts. Along the way, you’ll even spot celebrity homes belonging to Anne Rice, Sandra Bullock, and John Goodman! 

You’ll also get to see the historic gravesites in Lafayette Cemetery, which is one of the oldest cemeteries in New Orleans, as well as the filming locations of films and television shows like Interview with the Vampire and The Vampire Diaries .

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2. Send Shivers Up Your Spine on a Vampire & Voodoo Tour

Another one of the best walking tours in New Orleans is the Ghosts, Vampires & Voodoo Tour of the French Quarter . If you’re fascinated with all things vampires, voodoo, and witchcraft, then you’re going to love this unique New Orleans walking tour!

You’ll meet up with your knowledgeable and entertaining guide on the steps of the Louisiana Supreme Courthouse. During the tour, you’ll walk to haunted New Orleans sites like Muriel’s Restaurant , the Old Ursuline Convent , and the LaLaurie Mansion, which is rumored to be the most haunted building in New Orleans. 

If that’s not enough to spook you, you’ll also have the chance to check out the famous St. Germain House, which was the home of the notorious vampire Jacques Saint Germain in the early 1900s. You’ll learn all about the mysterious antics of the age-defying Saint Germain, as well as the wild parties he once threw at his New Orleans home.

Finally, you’ll hear all about the city’s historic Voodoo queens and contemporary Voodoo culture as you make your way to the New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum . 

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3. Eat Your Way Through the French Quarter on a Food Tour

One of the best ways of experiencing any new city is by taking a food tour – and that couldn’t be more true in a city like New Orleans! With its Creole, Cajun, and French influences, New Orleans has a unique culinary landscape you won’t find anywhere else. 

If you don’t know where to start your foodie journey, it’s well worth booking this French Quarter Food Tour . During this three-hour jaunt, you’ll have the chance to sample New Orleans’ most iconic dishes at six local eateries. From cheesy chargrilled oysters to classic po-boy sandwiches and praline-encrusted treats, you won’t walk away from this New Orleans food tour hungry!

Plus, along the way, you’ll chat with the local food vendors and learn all about New Orleans’ unique culinary history and culture. And the best part is, you’ll walk away having an excellent grasp of New Orleans’ best foods, meaning you’ll know exactly what to order during the rest of your trip.

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4. Marvel at the Historic Oak Alley Plantation

One of the most interesting and sobering tours in New Orleans is easily the Oak Alley Plantation Tour . Located in Vacherie, a little over an hour from the French Quarter, this stunning plantation and National Historic Landmark dates back to 1839, and it’s easily the best New Orleans plantation to visit if you’ve only got time for one plantation tour. 

If this place looks familiar, that’s because it’s one of the most photographed plantations in the US. It was also used as a filming location for movies like Interview with a Vampire and Primary Colors .

One of the standout features of the Oak Alley Plantation is the picturesque canopy created by the 250-year-old oak trees that stretches for 800 feet from the mansion to the Mississippi River. 

Given this plantation’s dark and disturbing history with slavery, a visit to Oak Alley Plantation isn’t for everyone. But if you do decide to visit, you’ll get a sobering glimpse into this grim reality through a series of informative placards and exhibitions.

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5. Learn How to Make Creole & Cajun Dishes

If you’re searching for fun New Orleans tours and activities, you might consider taking a cooking class! With this Cajun & Creole Cooking Class , you’ll have the chance to check out a demonstration cooking class and sample a range of local dishes at the New Orleans School of Cooking. 

You’ll learn how to cook popular Cajun and Creole foods with the help of a professional chef who will prepare a variety of local dishes in front of you. Think gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice, crawfish étouffée, bread pudding, or bananas Foster, to name a few. While the chef is chopping, sizzling, and sautéing, they’ll also entertain you with useful cooking tips and fun New Orleans food history facts. 

But the best part comes at the end of the demonstration when you get to sample all the dishes yourself! Come hungry because this will be a 3- or 4-course Cajun and Creole meal, which you can wash down with a Dixie beer, iced tea, or lemonade.

After your meal, you’ll be given a coupon to the on-site general store, where you can pick up locally sourced ingredients so you can prepare each of these dishes back at home. Don’t worry if you can’t remember all the steps and ingredients because you’ll be given copies of the recipes before you leave the tour!

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6. Spot Gators On a High-Speed Airboat Swamp Tour

You pretty much can’t go to New Orleans without taking a swamp tour. And if you’re looking for a thrill, you have to embark on a High-Speed New Orleans Airboat Swamp Tour !

New Orleans is surrounded by tons of swampland, so you won’t have to go far to see all sorts of fascinating local wildlife. These small-group tours take 6-10 passengers to the wetlands just 40 minutes outside of the French Quarter.

During the 1-hour and 40-minute boat ride, you’ll have the chance to glimpse a range of swamp creatures, from bald eagles, pelicans, and osprey to turtles, wild pigs, and alligators. Do note that you will get up close and personal with giant gators, though the guides will be sure to keep a safe distance! 

Aside from spotting gators, the most fun part is gliding through swamps, marshes, and lakes at speeds of up to 35 miles an hour. If you’re looking for the most fun tour in New Orleans, this is your best bet!

If you have your heart set on seeing as many alligators as possible, you’ll have the best chance during the summer months, as they hibernate when the weather is too cold.

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7. Get a Behind-the-Scenes Look at NOLA’s Mardi Gras Floats

While we highly recommend visiting New Orleans during the city’s (in)famous Mardi Gras celebration at least once, chances are you’re not planning to visit in late February. But that’s OK because you can still revel in NOLA’s Mardi Gras spirit by getting a behind-the-scenes look at Mardi Gras World !

One of the most unique tours in New Orleans, this one-hour self-guided tour gives you access to a huge warehouse that’s brimming with massive Mardi Gras floats and other paraphernalia. As you stroll around, you’ll be able to watch as artists and architects design, build, paint, and decorate their elaborate floats. There are over 500 floats built each year for the festivities, so you’ll have a lot of ground to cover!

After that, you can watch a fun film about New Orleans’ Mardi Gras traditions while enjoying a complimentary slice of king cake, a Mardi Gras classic. This tour also includes a free shuttle that will whisk you to and from Mardi Gras World!

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8. Take a Scenic Cruise Along the Mississippi River

One of the coolest ways to experience New Orleans is on a tranquil cruise along the Mississippi River . On this two-hour tour, you’ll board the old-fashioned Sternwheeler Steamboat Natchez and make your way down the river, past the French Quarter and the New Orleans skyline.

Along the way, you’ll learn all about the history of New Orleans and why it was founded along the Mississippi River via the live narration. You’ll also be treated to a live jazz concert, which is the perfect backdrop to the river views!

If you’re feeling peckish, the wait staff will serve you a delicious Creole lunch. Just be sure to select this option when you book your tickets. Expect traditional New Orleans dishes like Southern fried fish, red beans and rice, and jambalaya served alongside coffee and iced tea. 

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9. See Historic Tombs on a New Orleans Cemetery Tour

It might sound strange, but one of the best ways to tap into the city’s history and culture is on a cemetery tour, and one of the most highly-rated cemetery tours in New Orleans is this Cemetery Walking Tour.  

On this 90-minute tour, your super knowledgeable guide will take you to five very different cemeteries in the northern (lakeside) part of New Orleans. You’ll start at the Old Fellows Rest Cemetery and the Masonic Cemetery.

After that, you’ll learn all about the early Irish immigrants in St. Patrick Cemetery, the havoc that was wreaked by yellow fever at the Charity Hospital Cemetery, and the history behind the lavish tombs in Greenwood and Cypress Grove cemeteries. This tour ends with a sobering look at the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina at the Hurricane Katrina Memorial Cemetery.

If you’re looking for something more offbeat, there are tons of different cemetery tours on offer. From spooky nighttime ghost hunting tours to tours dedicated to the historic tombs in St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, you’re sure to find a New Orleans cemetery tour that’s perfect for you!

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10. Sip Iconic NOLA Cocktails & Snack on Award-Winning NOLA Dishes 

If you’re looking for classy but boozy New Orleans tours, you honestly can’t go wrong with the Combo Cocktail and Food History Tour . Come hungry and thirsty because this walking tour plies you with a whopping four cocktails and nine dishes and snacks! Plus, at the end of the tour, you’ll walk away with tons of knowledge about New Orleans’ food and cocktail history.

You’ll start your foodie journey at the award-winning Red Fish Grill in the French Quarter, where you’ll sample alligator sausage and seafood gumbo while learning about Louisiana’s colonial past. 

After that, you’ll mosey four blocks down the road to Pepper Palace , where you’ll get educated about the Cajun influence on New Orleans cuisine while testing your limits with everything from hot sauces and dry rubs to spicy salsas and sauces. You’ll even get a free bottle of Louisiana-style hot sauce!

You’ll then sample praline-infused confections at the iconic Leah’s Pralines before hunkering down with a muffuletta sandwich and a signature Pimm’s Cup cocktail at Napoleon House . We hope you’re still hungry for more because, after that, you’ll move on to Dickie Brennan’s award-winning Tableau for a French 75 cocktail and Creole Cookery for red beans and rice.

You’ll end the tour at the James Beard Award-nominated Cane & Table , where you’ll snack on their famous curry pork skins and sip on a classic daiquiri!

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11. See New Orleans’ Most Famous Landmarks on a City Highlights Tour

If this is your first trip to New Orleans, the best way to get to know the city is by booking a City Highlights Tour . We highly recommend doing this tour on the first day so you can make the most of your trip! 

The guides are always incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining and offer the perfect mix of historical facts and social commentary. On this tour, you’ll meander through the French Quarter, where you can check out all the historic buildings while learning about the important roles jazz and Mardi Gras play in New Orleans’ culture. 

You’ll also get to check out all the eclectic shops on Magazine Street and the lavish graves at New Orleans’ oldest cemetery. From soaking in the views at Lake Pontchartrain to learning about the devastating impact of Hurricane Katrina in the Lower Ninth Ward, you’ll walk away with a much better understanding of this dynamic Louisiana city and its most iconic landmarks.

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12. Take a Fascinating Tour Through Tremé

If you’re looking for unique tours in New Orleans, it’s well worth booking a spot on the African American & Creole History Tour in Tremé. This is an exceptionally fun and insightful tour, especially if you’re a fan of the HBO show Tremé . You’ll see tons of filming locations from the show throughout the tour!

But you don’t have to have seen Tremé to enjoy this tour. The tours are all led by licensed guides who are local historians, so you can rest assured that you’re in very capable hands. 

By the end of the tour, you’ll walk away with an in-depth understanding of Tremé’s African-American history, role in the civil rights movement, Creole culture, jazz and modern brass history, and so much more. You’ll also get to visit St. Augustine Church, the tomb of an unknown slave, and a laundromat that actually made its way into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!

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13. Get Tipsy on a Haunted Pub Crawl

There’s no shortage of wild and boozy tours in New Orleans. So if you’re looking to let loose and have a good time during your trip, a Haunted Pub Crawl might be right up your alley!

You’ll meet up with your guide and fellow pub-crawlers at the Jax Brewery building on Decatur Street. With a drink in hand, you’ll explore the French Quarter while stopping off for drinks in some of the most haunted bars in the French Quarter.

Along the way, you’ll learn all about the tortured past of the haunted Lalaurie Mansion, the gruesome mass murder that took place at the Sultan’s Palace, and so much more. 

Plus, you’ll have the chance to stop off at Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop , which dates back to the 1700s and is one of the oldest bars in the United States. And, of course, it’s rumored to be haunted too!

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14. Take a French Quarter Walking Tour

First-timers looking for the best New Orleans tours should definitely book a French Quarter walking tour. From booze-infused pub crawls to creepy ghost tours, you’ll have tons of different options to suit all tastes!

For one of the best and most highly-rated French Quarter walking tours, we recommend the French Quarter Walking and Storytelling Tour . On this two-hour walking tour, you’ll be able to tick off all of the French Quarter’s most iconic attractions, from the St. Louis Cathedral and Jackson Square to the French Market and the Mississippi River.

As you stroll, your guide will regale you with the fascinating (and often morbid) stories behind the 18th- and 19th-century homes, shops, and businesses and the antics of their former residents, shopkeepers, and patrons. 

You’ll love getting a glimpse into the history and culture of one of the most unique places in the US. Plus, your guide will be more than happy to give you restaurant recommendations, so you’ll know exactly what and where to eat for the rest of your trip! 

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15. Go Kayaking in Manchac Swamp

If you’re looking for something a bit more nature-filled, you might consider taking the Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour . Set roughly 30 minutes from the French Quarter, you’ll have the chance to experience the natural and wild side of New Orleans as you paddle your way through the peaceful Manchac and Maurepas swamps.

Don’t worry if you’ve never been kayaking before because these guided tours are tailor-made for beginners (though experts will have a great time, too!). Your guide will give you all the practical and safety tips for a successful and fun kayaking excursion. 

One of the best parts of the Manchac Kayak Tour is that groups are capped at 12, so you know you’re getting an intimate tour experience. Plus, the guides are super knowledgeable and passionate about the local wildlife and eco-system, so you’ll learn all sorts of fascinating tidbits about New Orleans’ swamps as you paddle through thick cypress forests and serene wetlands.

As you make your way down the shallow and narrow waterways, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for small alligators and turtles swimming in the water! This is also a prime spot for bird-watching, and you’ll likely spot owls, egrets, and more during your kayaking trip!

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There you have it! The 15 best tours in New Orleans. Do you have any tours in New Orleans you’d recommend? Let us know in the comments below! 

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Frenchman Street and French Quarter Music Experience – Tour includes Architecture, History, and Hauntings (3 hours – Night Tour )

This authentic tour of the French Quarter focuses on the historical narrative of the city’s rich, unique 300-year-old history In addition, the tour combines a look at the true New Orleans music history, from the origins of Jazz to one of the country’s first recording studios.

Exploring Local Breweries in New Orleans (3 hours)

We will explore the exploding craft beer scene in New Orleans by visiting breweries (and a distillery!) in almost every neighborhood of New Orleans  while taking in the character (and characters!) and unique charm of NOLA.

NOLA DeTours Elevated Food Experience (up to 4 hours)

On this tour, you will  discover the historic restaurants and establishments of the French Quarter on a tour that combines culinary delights with historical details!  Starting on a rooftop, Nola Detours provides a lay of the land, making the view an ideal way to plan our path to explore the city!  From there, taste and drink your way through New Orleans’ classics establishments.

Swamp Immersion – Insider’s look at Cajun Swamp Culture and Louisiana Plantations

Get a true glimpse of real swamp life on land AND in a boat!  You will see spectacular  Spanish-covered Cyprus trees and Wildlife abounds: Pelicans, owls, turtles, egrets, nutria, and of course, alligators! WE then have lunch and afterwards we will explore St. Joseph Plantation, Whitney Slave Museum, or Felicity Plantation during our Bayou Excursion.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Art and Sea Exploration (All-day Excursion)

Our tour departing from New Orleans will begin in Bay St Louis.  You will enjoy and explore quaint folk galleries like The Alice Moseley Folk Art Gallery. W e will also visit galleries and museums in Biloxi and Ocean Springs. We will board a privately chartered sailboat out of the Bay Marina in Bay St Louis for lunch.  You will enjoy a lunch with Wine or Champagne while sailing from Bay St. Louis into Cat Island and Ship sound during your lunch voyage!

NOLA DeTours Private Art Tour of New Orleans -Includes Street Art in Abandoned buildings (3-4 hours)

This  private exclusive four-hour tour includes lunch, door-to-door transportation, and opportunities to meet the artists and have personal Q and A up close in person. 

Private Kayaking Tour (4 hours)

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The Big Easy is a bucket list destination for fun-seekers. With live music and jazz echoing through the streets, delicious French and Creole cuisine -- serving everything from beignets and po' boy sandwiches to French 75 cocktails -- there's an abundance of must-do activities in New Orleans.

But living it up in the Crescent City can get costly if you're not careful, so "Good Morning America" scoped out the best way to enjoy bayou country on a budget.

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Airfare prices to New Orleans, like most destinations, can vary depending on the time of year, but in the beginning of June for example, roundtrip fares from Chicago O'Hare International Airport can be found for under $145 on Spirit Airlines, and for $45 more -- around $189 -- American Airlines has similar flights that include a carry on item for no fee.

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Look at hotel membership programs before you book your stay.

An IHG One Rewards account gets guests a slightly cheaper rate: A room at the Hotel Indigo, for instance, is priced at $129 per night for members, $7 less than the typical rate.

Travel expert Clint Henderson, managing editor at The Points Guy, told "GMA" that "among the perks you can potentially get just for being a member in a loyalty program are free Wi-Fi, late checkout and even room upgrades."

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There's no shortage of delicious New Orleans restaurant options from legendary chefs like Emeril Lagasse or Nina Compton, but if you're looking to save, check out specials and find some go-to spots that locals love.

At the famed, family-run Parkway Bakery, one of the oldest po' boy shops in the city and known for its fresh baked bread, visitors can enjoy an array of stuffed oversized sub-like sandwiches for as little as $7. And if you can agree on the fillings and toppings, sharing a full size po' boy like the classic flash-fried Louisiana wild-caught Gulf shrimp comes in at just $7.70 each for two people.

Plus, May through July is peak crawfish season, and local eateries like Clesi's Seafood Restaurant & Catering have an abundance of the freshwater crustacean for just $8.50 per pound. The restaurant offers weekly specials as well like $3 taco Tuesday and free fry basket Friday, and gives customers a complimentary order of french fries tossed in a house-made parmesan garlic butter with the purchase of a pitcher of beer.

It wouldn't be a visit to New Orleans without satisfying your sweet tooth with beignets. The renowned Cafe du Monde serves up the deep-fried pâte à choux pastry, which is doused in powdered sugar, in orders of three for just $3.85 -- but don't forget, it's cash only.

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Skip the cabs or rideshare apps and pick up a Jazzy Pass to use public transit for just $3 a day.

The card includes unlimited rides on the ferry, bus and street cars, providing a unique view of the city.

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You'll never miss a beat in the jazz-filled French Quarter. Entertainment is free, but be sure to pack some small bills and tip your favorite artists as you enjoy the historic area.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum also hosts free afternoon concerts Tuesday through Friday.

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