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With endearing nicknames like "Big Easy" and "Crescent City", New Orleans has a culture all-its-own. Some of the most memorable things to do in New Orleans, LA, involve history and the creole/cajun culture. Sightseeing tours like Riverboat Cruises and Bus Tours reveal the many things to see, while food, drink, and ghost tours tell the story of NOLA in spectacular fashion. Don't forget to visit the area's many museums and local attractions including Plantation Country and Audubon Nature Institute.

Royal Carriages is the premier carriage tour company in New Orleans and the History & Haunts Carriage Tour is a thrilling insider's view of the French Quarter after dark. With a knowledgeable and hospitable tour guide, guests will trot around the Quarter's streets hearing tales of ghosts and ghouls. What a wonderful way to see the town, learn a bit of history, and experience a one of a kind adventure.

History & Haunts Nighttime Carriage Tour

Royal Carriages is the premier carriage tour company in New Orleans and the History & Haunts Carriage Tour is a...

Our tour guide was Jonathon and our mule was Blondie.  They were both amazing!  We decided to splurge on the carriage ride and we are so happy that we did!  You can bring drinks and relax while you take the tour.  It was nice to take a break from walking and we got to see a lot of cool parts of the quarter that we wouldn't have otherwise seen.  JOnathon was very informative and a great story teller.  Our kids loved him! Would highly recommend!

Worth the Splurge

We really enjoyed the History & Haunts Nighttime Carriage Tour! Our tour guide, Shannon, & his mule, O'Reilly, did a great job. We arrived a few minutes early & were able to sit in the front seat of the carriage behind the tour guide which I think is the way to go. Shannon seemed to treat O'Reilly well which made me happy. He told us some really cool stories & I definitely learned some things & heard more details on parts of stories & lore I'd heard of already. Now that I'm back home I've been looking further into some of the stories he told via YouTube. Fascinating stuff. Highly recommend this tour through the fun & history filled French Quarter. Remember to tip your guide!

Fun Evening of History & Haunts!

It was great. Footloose gave us a good trip through the quarter. The stories were quite interesting!!! Fun thing to do for anyone!!

Haunted carriage ride

Royal Carriages

See New Orleans in a whole new way. City Sightseeing is the most convenient, fun, and affordable sightseeing tour around. Ride along on one of the classic red, double-decker, open-top buses with live guided commentary. You are free to exit the buses whenever and wherever, spending as much time as desired in your preferred locations. The tour route includes stops at all New Orleans’ top attractions, shops, and restaurants with discounts and deals all along the way, so don't miss the bus, hop on a New Orleans Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off Bus today!

New Orleans Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

See New Orleans in a whole new way. City Sightseeing is the most convenient, fun, and affordable sightseeing tour...

The tour was a great ways to see the city.  The guides were knowledgeable and a lot of fun.  We enjoyed our time in New Orleans and the bus tour contributed to that!

Really Good Time

The bus tour was great. The drivers and the narrators were friendly and humorous. It was a great learning experience.

Double Decker Hop on Hop off T

New Orleans Hop-On Hop Off.
Chris was the tour guide. He is great! Very Funny! And, very knowledgeable. He is the reason my husband and I will be back for another visit. So much to see and do. Thank you.

Hop On-Hop Off Tour

City Sightseeing New Orleans

Take a journey into the bayous and swamplands of south Louisiana on this incredible swamp tour! Located just 35 minutes south of downtown New Orleans, this is the perfect chance to see the beauty that Louisiana has to offer. From the comfort of a pontoon boat, discover an abundance of fantastic wildlife like alligators, blue herons, bald eagles, wild boars, and more. Uncover the secrets of the swamp, book an excursion today!

Adventures of Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

Take a journey into the bayous and swamplands of south Louisiana on this incredible swamp tour! Located just 35 minutes...

Loved the swamp tour. Saw plenty of gators and our guide was well versed in the workings of the bayou. Highly recommend this experience.

Swamp Delicious

The pontoon captain was knowledgeable and fun. The ride through the swamps was relaxing and exciting. Totally recommend.

Fantastic, fun, relaxing

Are guide was entertaining knowledgeable took the time to show us the bayou, and even stopped many times to see the animals in there natural setting. Enjoyed the trip but next time will bring a blanket it was a little cold.

Awesome trip

Adventures of Jean Lafitte

Join a spine-tingling adventure through the haunted streets of the French Quarter, where New Orleans' spooky past comes alive. The city is infamous for its tales of voodoo, vampires, ghosts, and the French Quarter, and the 4-in-1 Ghost, Voodoo, Vampires & French Quarter Tour is the perfect way to experience it all. Your expert guide will show you the quickest routes around the Big Easy, saving you time and energy as you explore the eerie streets. Walk if you dare, through the beautiful yet haunting streets of the French Quarter on this unforgettable walking tour. Book ahead to secure your spot and prepare for an evening of spooky thrills!

4-in-1 Ghost, Voodoo, Vampires & French Quarter Tour

Join a spine-tingling adventure through the haunted streets of the French Quarter, where New Orleans' spooky past comes...

Chris did an amazing job on our tour! He was very knowledgeable and hilarious! Definitely a must!

Great experience

Dartanya lead us thoroughly through the history on the French Quarter and was very insightful and entertaining.  She didn’t rush, encouraged questions and opened my eyes to a different perspective of the area and history.  I really enjoyed the tour and would recommend it to others.  Just bring water as it’s warm even at night.

Excellent guide

The tour was ok. Much of the information was made up or very general. Our guide made it fun and was entertaining. Not scary or historical at all if that’s what you’re looking for.

Vodoo Tour

Witches Brew Tours

Zoom through the bayous and marshlands on this airboat tour and make some Cajun memories to last a lifetime! Each tour varies according to the mood of the area's wildlife. You may see American alligators, bald eagles, raccoons, wild boars, turtles, snakes, and numerous bird species. Witness majestic live oak trees draped in mysterious Spanish moss, black willow trees, swamp red maples, wild iris, and spider lilies. While on the tour, your captain will tell the stories of the swamp and show you just how the locals live. By the end of the tour, you will be planning your next adventure!

Large Airboat Tour with Optional Transport From New Orleans

Zoom through the bayous and marshlands on this airboat tour and make some Cajun memories to last a lifetime! Each tour...

Saw 3 gators (a little one was as we were pulling out from the loading zone!) Our guide, Kenny was very entertaining (I was his mark to be roasted.......which I loved!) He also gave us the best tour he could while looking out for our safety. A storm cloud was brewing and we had to cut the trip short by 30 minutes so as not to get struck by lightning.

So much fun.

It was amazing experience. Totally do it again

Late night gator tour

My husband and I had a great time on the airboat alligator tour. Saw lots of gators and had a great tour guide!

Great Adventure

Ragin Cajun Airboat Tours

Immerse yourself in Louisiana's backcountry bayous and wetlands at the historical Manchac Swamp on this Swamp Tour with optional transportation from New Orleans. Venture where creatures of the swamp see boats daily and recognize them as part of the normal environment. As the boat drifts through the waterways guests will learn about the Louisiana wildlife in the swamp such as the American alligator, herons, eagles, wild boars, and more. Don't miss your chance to learn all about these critters, book your spot now!

Manchac Swamp Tour with Optional Transportation from New Orleans

Immerse yourself in Louisiana's backcountry bayous and wetlands at the historical Manchac Swamp on this Swamp Tour with...

Me and my family saw a bunch of gators and heard some cool stories about the history of the swamp. We also got to hold a baby’s gator and we had the best tour guide , Brandon. Would definitely recommend.

So much fun

This swamp tour was a part of our girls trip and it was worth ever penny. We had an absolute blast from the beginning to end. Thank you so much.

Wonderful Swamp Tour Experience

Great tour guide and fun excursion for all ages.  Highly recommend!

Gators Galore!

Cajun Pride Swamp Tours

Take a flight through history at the number 1 attraction in New Orleans and one of the Top 10 Museums worldwide, The National WWII Museum. This museum’s collection of artifacts, interactive exhibits, and moving personal stories convey the war’s epic story in a way that informs and inspires while educating today’s generations about the price of freedom and honoring those who gave so much to secure it. Soar to new heights with the 4-D film "Beyond All Boundaries" experience. Don't miss your chance to see this for yourself, book your spot today!

The National World War II Museum

Take a flight through history at the number 1 attraction in New Orleans and one of the Top 10 Museums worldwide, The...

Overwhelming...too much for 1 day.  Will need to visit again

WWII MUSEUM

Interactive and informative, the museum was amazing and way more than I had expected. 10/10 would recommend!

Incredible museum!

The WWII museum was the highlight of our New Orleans vacation.  The curators did an amazing job stepping you back in time and allowing you to experience   Events in a chronological fashion.  The impact of the war from the soldier to the effects of daily life for all citizens is on display.  The social missteps are also discussed and displayed.  

I hope to be back again.

Must Do for All

The National WWII Museum

Experience Oak Alley Plantation, a National Historic site built in 1839, and its beautiful grounds in all of their glory on this guided history and cultural tour through the mansion and grounds. From the moment you arrive, you are treated to the beauty of Oak Alley's quarter-mile-long alley of 28 live oak trees, each over 250 years old. The plantation has even been the setting for such motion pictures as "Interview with a Vampire" and "Primary Colors." Reserve your tour today and take in the plantation's beauty, history, and culture with an expert guide and get transportation to and from the French Quarter.

Oak Alley Plantation Guided Tour With Transportation From The French Quarter

Experience Oak Alley Plantation, a National Historic site built in 1839, and its beautiful grounds in all of their glory...

Overall our trip was Great.The bus driver was a tour guide so this made our ride to the Plantation fly by.
We learned so much about new Orleans from him.
So pleased that we took this tour..

Oak Alkey Plantation Tour

We enjoyed the trip!  It’s an excellent choice to get out of the madness with f the French Quarters!  The tour guy was excellent and knowledgeable.  He even showed us the other plantations around the area.

Oak Lane Experience

Oak Alley

Gray Line New Orleans

Come see where and how Mardi Gras is made! This is the only a tour that offers a real, behind-the-scenes look at the one and only Mardi Gras! 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 take a sneak peek at the newest designs! Learn about what makes New Orleans famous: Mardi Gras! Book your spot today!

Mardi Gras World Admission & Self-Guided Tour With Complimentary Shuttle Transportation

Come see where and how Mardi Gras is made! This is the only a tour that offers a real, behind-the-scenes look at the one...

The tour was very informative. I loved seeing all of the hard work that goes into making the different parts for the finished product-which is the floats.

Tourist

Fascinating tour!  Educational video but best part was visiting the warehouse and seeing all the floats headed to their new float event. Highly recommend this tour

Giant playground

Cool experience.  You get see the artistry that goes into the floats.

Worth a Visit

Mardi Gras World

A visit to the famous “Cities of the Dead” has become a must-do during any visit to New Orleans. So many travelers want to see the hauntingly beautiful and elaborately ornate cemeteries at night. Expert paranormal investigators and tour guides provide stories of ghosts, past and present, which will chill guests to the core! Use EMF Meters in the cemetery to detect paranormal activity. Book now for a spooky cemetery tour guests don't want to miss!

BYOB Nightly Cemetery Bus Tour

A visit to the famous “Cities of the Dead” has become a must-do during any visit to New Orleans. So many travelers...

There are so many tours going on an once that it really takes away from the creep factor. Kendall had good stories, but he added way too many unimportant details and lost my attention. However, I got A LOT of pics with orbs, and even some with figures!

Too crowded, but a fun experience

Our tour guide was Fernando. He was energetic and knowledgeable. We had a group of 7 of us from Orlando and he took time to get to know us a bit. He does speak very fast which was a bit difficult at times. But that would not stop me from having him again as my tour guide if I were to go again. I highly recommend the night time cemetery tour and will tell my friends to take it when they are in New Orleans.

Fun and entertaining

If and when you book, ask for fernando to be your tour guide. He was the best one yet. Very educational and we had the best time learning about new orleans and getting spooked.

hello fernando!

Nola Ghost Riders

Revel in all of NOLA's must-eat classics in one tour! On this Must-Eat French Quarter Foodie Tour with Cajun & Creole Classics, you will enjoy popular dishes like gumbo, muffulettas, po'boys, and pralines. Celebrate Creole and Cajun culture and history at its finest with other foodies on a laid-back walking tour through the French Quarter. Visit historic restaurants, discuss classic recipes, and of course, indulge in a full range of Crescent City cuisine! Book your spot today!

Must-Eat French Quarter Foodie Tour with Cajun & Creole Classics

Revel in all of NOLA's must-eat classics in one tour! On this Must-Eat French Quarter Foodie Tour with Cajun & Creole...

Excellent host who was well versed in the history of New Orleans along with the cuisine.

Dr Gumbos food tour

Our guide was superb!!! Very knowledgeable and had great energy...and the food, oh my!! Ask for Lindsey when you book

Great foodie tour

Our guide Ben was great, we tasted some awesome food and learned so much about the history of New Orleans. This was our second time taking this food tour and we would do it again!

Highly recommended!

Doctor Gumbo Tours

Join an unforgettable experience aboard the Creole Queen, a stunning paddlewheel boat that will take you on a 2-hour cruise along the Mighty Mississippi River. Marvel at the skyline views of New Orleans as you glide through one of the world's busiest river ports. With the swinging sounds of Sullivan Dabney, Jr. and the Muzik Jazz Band, you'll be transported back to the golden era of jazz music. Take a stroll along the promenade deck, where you can admire the city lights and soak up the romantic atmosphere under a canopy of stars. For an even more indulgent experience, indulge in an optional dinner buffet of Creole delicacies, carefully crafted by talented chefs. Experience the magic of New Orleans from the water and make unforgettable memories with friends, family, or that special someone. Book today!

Creole Queen Jazz Cruise with Optional Dinner Buffet

Join an unforgettable experience aboard the Creole Queen, a stunning paddlewheel boat that will take you on a 2-hour...

nice relaxing view. Good food wasnt pleased that no drinks came with the meal.

Vistor

Reservations were easy. Getting tickets on the day was fast. Boring was efficient. We were greater nicely and immediately taken to our table. The bartender was pleasant. The red wine that I had was good. The white wine that my wife had was okay. The live music was very good. The cruising was smooth.

Our Dinner Cruise

Enjoyable last evening in New Orleans!
Buffet and dessert very tasty considering serving such a large group. Musicians talented with great vocals and repertoire!
Thank you!

Jazz cruise with dinner buffet

New Orleans Paddlewheels

Prepare for some excitement in the swamps! Take part in a thrilling inside view into the wild bayous and backwater of south Louisiana. Inhabited by massive alligators and other marshland creatures like snapping turtles, wild hogs, raccoons, and more, there is never a dull moment! Floating on a large airboat, surrounded by the beautiful cypress trees covered in Spanish moss makes travelers appreciate the fierce beauty of this unique ecosystem. Book your adventure today!

New Orleans Large Airboat Adventure

Prepare for some excitement in the swamps! Take part in a thrilling inside view into the wild bayous and backwater of...

Went with my daughter we had the best time!!!

Airboat Adventures

We went on the airboat with TikTok. He shared a lot of information. Loved feeding the gator. It started to rain at the end of the ride and he made sure to get us in before we got soaked!!! Would do this over again!!!

Loved it

Awesome guide!  Nice adventure.  Great time.  My family and I would do it again for sure!!

Great time

Travel in your own private carriage while listening to the stories of the city by your private tour guide. Private Horse Carriage Tours are provided daily and nightly throughout the 300-year old French Quarter. Small Carriages hold 2-4 passengers in each, making this activity perfect for a romantic date or family fun. Book today!

Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter

Travel in your own private carriage while listening to the stories of the city by your private tour guide. Private Horse...

Tour guide was very kind and knowledgeable.   Definitely would recommend.

French Quarter Carriage Tour

Good experience! Lots of history! Driver was quite knowledgeable! Your website needs to be updated whenever changes are made. We spent time looking for a yellow umbrella to get out tickets ( as noted on the website) it’s now changed to “ red”

Carriage Ride

We had a great time! Lofton was an awesome driver with lots of interesting information. My only complaint is the price - I didn’t feel like there was something exceptional to make an hour carriage ride worth $300.

Great experience!

Deep dive into the fascinating world of the unknown with this Voodoo Queen Tour. Learn how the culture of New Orleans helped shape Voodoo and spark the start of Jazz. No family in history had a greater impact on voodoo than the Laveau family and no place in the world had a greater impact on Jazz than Congo Square. Hear the controversies and conspiracies surrounding Marie Laveau’s final resting place and visit the location of her original homestead. You will stop by an authentic voodoo shop and voodoo temple during the morning tour, and learn about the founding of the first free black neighborhood in American history. Book your Voodoo Queen Tour today!

Voodoo Queen Tour

Deep dive into the fascinating world of the unknown with this Voodoo Queen Tour. Learn how the culture of New Orleans...

We are so glad we did this tour, it goes into the history of voodoo more than the spooky ghost stories, which comes off cheesy to some people. 

10/10

Great tour

Excellent tour

Very informative and interesting! I learned lots of history and lots of little fun facts as well. Will recommend to others.

My review

New Orleans Ghost Adventures Tours

See the untamed beauty of Louisiana with the Honey Island Swamp guided swamp boat tour. On smaller, 22-passenger boats, you will enjoy up-close interactions with the local wildlife and premium opportunities for photos and videos of the action as it unfolds right before you. Some of wildlife to be expected include alligators, raccoons, and even hogs. With limited availability, secure your seat on these small boats in Honey Island Swamp today and see one of few remaining preserved wetlands in Louisiana. Book today!

Honey Island Swamp Boat Tour With Optional Transportation from New Orleans

See the untamed beauty of Louisiana with the Honey Island Swamp guided swamp boat tour. On smaller, 22-passenger boats,...

We had a wonderful time. Our Captain was very knowledgeable, funny and patient (had to get pictures). I would definitely recommend it. We will be doing a tour again soon.

First trip but not our last.

I didnt like being rescheduled after reserving putting us outside in the rain and cold w children but all in all it was a good experience and we had a blast and tripshock made reservations so easy!

It was awesome

We had a great time.  Would do it over again.

Cajun Encounters Tour Company

Hop aboard a comfortable carriage and see the French Quarter & its picturesque neighborhoods the way it was meant to be seen! These award-winning carriage tours feature licensed tour guides and are fully narrated, providing guests with a ride that is both scenic, entertaining, and fact-filled. This particular route travels through the quieter, lesser trafficked areas of the French Quarter and the neighboring areas known for its colorful Creole architecture and live jazz music venues NOT on Bourbon Street.

The French Quarter & Marigny Carriage Tour

Hop aboard a comfortable carriage and see the French Quarter & its picturesque neighborhoods the way it was meant to be...

The tour was Informative exciting. My grandkids really enjoyed the horse's. Thanks

Michelle Clark

Our tour guide was very friendly and considerate to all of us - children to grandparents. As a native who  prides herself on our history, it was a pleasure to have a guide who was knowledgeable and correct in her telling of our story. She engaged our grandchildren and other guests and was generous with her time. A thoroughly enjoyable afternoon for all.

Carriage ride

Carriage ride, tour

This mysterious 5-in-1 tour is like nothing travelers have ever experienced! Follow your licensed guide into the dark alleys and secret courtyards of the French Quarter to learn about ghosts, vampires, witches, voodoo, and unexplained mysteries; all together in one tour! As seen on A&E, Discovery, Fox Network, The History Channel, MTV, Sci Fi, and recommended by The Travel Channel as, "The #1 Tour In New Orleans," this tour is sure to be bone-chillingly delightful! Book today!

5 in 1 Ghost & Mystery Tour of the French Quarter

This mysterious 5-in-1 tour is like nothing travelers have ever experienced! Follow your licensed guide into the dark...

We had such a great time on our tour. Our guide was knowledgeable and funny. He had many great stories. I highly recommend you book this tour, you will not be disappointed.

Stella was an amazing guide!  Funny, interactive, informative!  I learned a lot of facts without the crazy spin some tours put on it.  Made me want to go and read up more in the tales she told.

The guide made the tour!

We really enjoyed listening to Drew. He was great!

Awesome storytelling!

Haunted History Tours

Come along on a chilling and revealing experience you won't soon forget on the haunted Ghost, Voodoo, Vampire Tour. This walking tour unearths New Orleans' most sinister figures and tragic tales. Explore stories of the paranormal, learn the city's dark lore, and brave the shadows on a 2 hour stroll like no other. From vampires to voodoo, if you enjoy a good fright this is the dark-history tour for you. This tour is for those ages 18 and up only.

Adults 18+ Ghost, Voodoo, Vampire Tour

Come along on a chilling and revealing experience you won't soon forget on the haunted Ghost, Voodoo, Vampire Tour. This...

Our guide Mac helped to explain the haunting stories of the French quarter and gruesome tales we haven’t heard of. The pace was perfect for all types. Took time to answer any questions we had as well as we stopped off to rest and grab a drink.

Hidden secrets and haunts of the French Quarter

Rob was amazing! He knew everything and told us stories in great detail. Best tour ever!!

Best tour in NOLA

Our guide was so good, explained about the various buildings that are said to be haunted, along with the nitty gritty of gruesome events occurring in the places. I would recommend this tour.

New Orleans #1 award-winning haunted tour. Discover historical lore of hauntings and vampires with these master storytellers. Begin the tour in a voodoo lounge, with 2-for-1 hurricane cocktail specials. Walk the streets with your guide and find haunted homes like the Lalaurie Mansion and the Sultan's Palace, whose countless murders directly inspired, "American Horror Story: Coven." If you like history and paranormal activity, book now for an evening of frightful fun in NOLA's French Quarter.

French Quarter Ghost & Vampire Storytelling Walking Tour

New Orleans #1 award-winning haunted tour. Discover historical lore of hauntings and vampires with these master...

Lennie was great! V knowledgeable and covered a lot of ground with ton of subtle humour. V entertaining. Had a lot of fun !! Thanks!!

Ghost and vampire walking tour

Great Tour

We had a great time!! Be prepared to walk. So much fun learning about the town and getting scared! Also some laughs thrown in there.

Go for it!!

French Quarter Phantoms

From rugged Louisiana bayou to refined Southern majesty, this combination of wildlife and plantation tour delivers the best of both worlds all in one. Adventure out to the Manchac Swamp to visit alligators and other regional wildlife like eagles, hogs, and cranes and then make your way up the historic River Road for a plantation tour packed with amazing scenery and compelling history. Choose between Laura Plantation: A Creole Heritage Site or the iconic Oak Alley Plantation. Don't miss your chance to learn all about culture and the critters of Lousiana, book your spot now!

The Cajun Experience - Combo Swamp & Plantation Guided Tour with Transportation From New Orleans

From rugged Louisiana bayou to refined Southern majesty, this combination of wildlife and plantation tour delivers the...

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