USA ·NEW ORLEANS TOURS
New Orleans is a walking city that does its best work after dark. The 15 below cover the ghost and voodoo walks, the above-ground cemeteries, the Garden District mansions and the food, with prices and a note on which ones run rain or shine.
Explore New Orleans after dark on a 1-hour-45-minute ghost, voodoo, and vampire walk with strong storytelling, history, and practical tips.
“The walk was informative. I would have liked more stories, but the ones we had were great. Saw some buildings we wouldn't have noticed during the day.”
Review of New Orleans Steamboat Natchez jazz cruise, with Mississippi views, live Dixieland music, buffet dinner, costs, and practical tips.
“It was wonderful, beautiful night and the dinner was scrumptious. But having to leave a long review isn't the best.”
Explore New Orleans after dark with true crime, voodoo, vampire, and ghost stories, plus optional Hellvision projections on this adults-only walk.
“Our tour guide Ricardo was a born performer. He was fun and attentive. The tour itself wasn't much more than some folk stories told while standing on the streets of the Quarter. I was hoping for more insight into Voodoo culture, etc. The stop at Lafitte's bar was cool.”
Taste gumbo, po-boys, jambalaya, pralines, and more while exploring New Orleans’ French Quarter with a lively local guide.
“Lauren was amazing… a former chef who linked so much rich history and culture with each and every food stop that he had clearly arranged with great care and intent; we moved seamlessly from one venue to another. … the food and drink was immediately served and incredibly delicious. Lauren is a gem that left a permanent warm spot in my heart. Thank you for such a memorable experience!!”
Explore Honey Island Swamp from New Orleans on a quiet boat tour with wildlife, Cajun culture, local guides, and round-trip transport.
“Visiting the swamp is a must-do when you visit New Orleans, especially if it is your first time. Bus transportation from the meeting place to the embarkation site lasted less than one hour (not 1.5 h as advertised). Well-organized staff made grouping for several boats quick and easy. We were lucky to be with Captain Jody (or Jodie?). His knowledge of the swamp, his stories, and especially his entertaining nature made the two and a half hours fly very quickly. Even more satisfying were his keen eyes, which spotted naturally camouflaged wildlife in the swamp. Unlike in the reviews I read before our trip, we had the opportunity to see…”
Cruise the Mississippi aboard the Steamboat Natchez with live jazz, river history, skyline views, and an optional Creole-style lunch.
“Everything was very smooth. I walked over in ~8 minutes from my Q&C Hotel. I went on a 55 degree January weekday and the boat was nowhere near full which was nice and spacious with plenty of seating. The narration was well done and had some jokes. The band was okay a nice addition. The lunch was very tasty and for $20 extra a great deal in New Orleans. They will provide you 2nds if you ask. I recommend getting first meal because the boat does not leave port for the first 45 minutes which is boring otherwise. 2nd meal you will miss most the scenery. The ride is 45…”
New Orleans hop-on hop-off bus review covering stops, guides, timing, value, weather, and practical tips for seeing the city in one day.
“Fun. You'll learn a lot. Could be hot, could be cold all on the same day. Our guides were personable.”
Review the New Orleans airboat ride near Jean Lafitte, with tips on wildlife, boat size, transport, weather, price, and what to expect.
“On a sunny day, be sure to bring sunglasses, a hat and/or sunblock. On the airboat there is no roof or shadez”
Review of New Orleans’ evening jazz cruise with live Dixieland music, Mississippi River views, optional Creole buffet, bars, and practical tips.
“It was a nice evening cruise on the river. The weather was beautiful. Music was fun and enjoyable. Snacks/drinks were available for purchase on the boat.”
Cruise the Mississippi from New Orleans with live jazz, captain’s narration, city views, optional Creole lunch, and full-service bars.
“Very pleasant ride up and down the Mississippi! We did not choose the meal, but we had adult beverages. Plenty of space and good seating aboard.”
Review the St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 walking tour in New Orleans, with practical tips on guides, cost, access, photos, and what to expect.
“We enjoyed our tour. Lots of great information and interesting facts about the history and famous people associated with the cemetery. The one negative review we had was that our tour guide talked so quickly it was hard to understand him. He knew his information, and tried to make the tour fun, but we lost a lot of good information because he talked so quickly we couldn’t understand.”
Pair Oak Alley or Destrehan Plantation with a wildlife-filled Cajun swamp boat ride on this full-day tour from New Orleans.
“The swamp tour was great. Very enjoyable. The Oak Alley plantation was interesting, but the house tour was decidedly lacking. Little information about the house itself. The tour guide was unenthusiastic, at best. Relatively details about the home itself. Our bus tour guide (Jane?) was excellent. Very interesting and informative.”
Review the New Orleans adults-only ghost, voodoo, and vampire walk, with honest advice on stories, stops, price, groups, and planning.
“Rob was a fantastic guide. He was so fun and had so many amazing stories. We didn’t see any ghosts on our tour, but we were having so much fun it didn’t matter.”
See New Orleans beyond the French Quarter on a 2-hour city tour through Treme, the Ninth Ward, Garden District, and St. Louis Cemetery No. 3.
“Sean and our driver were amazing. Got to know some great things about New Orleans. Definitely a First Class experience.”
Learn gumbo, jambalaya, and pralines in a lively New Orleans cooking class with generous tastings, drinks, recipes, and local stories.
“My wife is the one who luv’s to cook but it was myself that truly enjoyed the experience! Our chef gave a heartfelt presentation full of southern charm and wit. How can you tun down good food, a drink and a flaming desert … it was fun!”
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