- 1-hour guided tour of Mardi Gras World
- Slice of King Cake
- Shuttle transportation from Downtown New Orleans or the French Quarter
LA, New Orleans > Museums
05/22/2019 ~ 05/28/2019
Mardi Gras World Admission With Complimentary Shuttle Transportation
Use coupon code MARDIGRAS and receive 10% off. Complimentary shuttle pickup!
Come see where Mardi Gras is made! This is the only a tour that offers a real, behind-the-scenes look at how Mardi Gras is made. The fantastical floats are handcrafted by NOLA artists all year long and are the highlight of the party during parade season. This hour-long tour allows visitors to see take a sneak peek at the newest designs! Learn about what makes New Orleans famous: Mardi Gras!
Activity Highlights
- Behind-the-scenes look at New Orleans Mardi Gras
- See the 3-D digital fabricator that carves out the Mardi Gras float props
- Enjoy a free slice of King Cake, a New Orleans Mardi Gras Tradition
- Complimentary shuttle transportation to and from our facility
Duration: Varies
What's Included
What to bring
- Camera
- Comfortable walking shoes
Restrictions
- Mardi Gras World is closed on Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter and, of course, Mardi Gras Day.
- Mardi Gras World will close at 2 pm (last tour begins at 1 pm) on Christmas Eve as well as the Saturday, Sunday, and Monday before Fat Tuesday.
- Throughout Mardi Gras festivities, complimentary shuttle pick up will vary day to day due to parades, but Mardi Gras World will do their best to accommodate all on the routes they are able to access.
Additional information
- Mardi Gras World is open 7 days a week, from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, with the first tour beginning at 9:30 am and the last tour beginning at 4:30 pm.
- Mardi Gras World has self-guided tour brochures available in 6 different languages (Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, French and Mandarin).
- French tours available upon special request.
- Gift shop on site.
- Children under 2 are free.
- Restrooms available.
- Mardi Gras World is handicap friendly. Courtesy wheelchairs are available onsite for use, first come first serve.
- Mardi Gras World offers a complimentary shuttle with designated pick-ups downtown and in the French Quarter. Please call 504-361-7821 to request pickup.
Cancellation policy
Once the voucher is redeemed at Mardi Gras World your ticket(s) is valid for one day only. Online tickets are non-refundable after they have been redeemed. Customer may cancel their ticket order prior to the selected date for a full refund minus a $5 service fee.
Location
1380 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA 70130
Mardi Gras World Admission With Complimentary Shuttle Transportation
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Verified Traveler Reviews
Good tour.
about 2 days ago
Shuttle driver was great. On time and made recommendations for other things to do. Tour started promptly and covered all aspects of Mardi Gras. You are allowed time to wander after conclusion of tour, so plenty of time to wander and take pictures.
Joe B
Mardi Gras World
about 7 days ago
Tour guide was great, enjoyed learning the history via the film, and loved seeing the floats and parts to make them. Also King cak was great!
Bruce L
WOW
about 8 days ago
A fantastic behind the scenes tour into this fascinating cultural event. There was so much to learn that most people don’t know. A must-see event for a trip to NOLA!
Rita S