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Featured Tourist Attractions in New Orleans

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.

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

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

Drive out to Laura Plantation to enjoy the best history tour in the U.S. This plantation house and Creole Heritage Site is focused on the generations of a real Louisiana Creole family, both free and enslaved, and highlights the reality of the plantation within a larger historical and cultural context. On a guided tour, you'll walk throughout the plantation house, gardens, slave cabins, and the museum dedicated to slavery to read first-person narratives of those who worked the fields. The unique Creole colors and historical elements reflected throughout, paired with the real documented stories provide a true glimpse into the life once lived by many in Louisiana. Book today!

Laura Plantation: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site - Admission & Guided Tour

Drive out to Laura Plantation to enjoy the best history tour in the U.S. This plantation house and Creole Heritage Site...

Amélie was our guide and she was absolutely amazing! Excellent sensibilisation about the dark story of slavery and the past of the plantation. Her French is impeccable and her smile makes the visit even more pleasant. Highly recommended!

Great!

Amazing history. Our tour guide was a wealth of knowledge. I have read a lot about the history of slavery but learned so much more. I recommend this for everyone.

Great Experience!!

Great visit

Laura Plantation: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site

Once you've visited Houmas House Plantation and Gardens in person, you'll know why it is called "The Crown Jewel of Louisiana's River Road." In fact, this grand estate was so lavish, that it was described by many as "The Sugar Palace." The mansion and grounds have been thoroughly restored and enhanced to reflect the opulent lifestyle and grandeur of the successful sugar barons who once lived in Houmas House. Guides in period dress offer visitors an entertaining glimpse into the resplendent world of southern plantation life. Inside, guests will find history reflected in the many antique furnishings and works of art that grace the home's 16 glorious rooms. Outside, visitors can stroll through 38 acres of breathtaking, lush gardens, which are replanted throughout the year to reflect the season. Book today!

Houmas House Plantation & Gardens w/ Guided Tour

Once you've visited Houmas House Plantation and Gardens in person, you'll know why it is called "The Crown Jewel of...

The gal that did our tour was very nice. They “play” the part of the time period. She was fun and had a great personality. Unfortunately her name escapes me I think it starts with a “B”. The property is absolutely gorgeous. The garden was still beautiful even though it was winter. My 13 year even enjoyed the tour. I think it was worth the money and time.

Interesting

We absolutely enjoyed our visit to Houmas House and Gardens!This place is amazing! A MUST see attraction! We could have stayed there all day!
My booking process with TripShock was flawless & I will definitely book future activities with them.

Gorgeous Place

This plantation was the best one we visited.  The tour guide was wonderful, the atmosphere relaxed, and the gardens beautiful.  The restaurant was very pretty and had great food. Don’t miss this plantation!

Wonderful plantation to visit

Houmas House and Gardens

Experience St. Joseph Plantation, one of the few fully intact sugar cane plantations left in the River Parishes. Visitors will explore the plantation home, original slave cabins, detached kitchen, blacksmith's shop, carpenter's shed, and schoolhouse. Take a walk back in time and enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the many interesting people, both free and not, who have called this plantation "home."

St. Joseph Plantation Admission & Guided Tour

Experience St. Joseph Plantation, one of the few fully intact sugar cane plantations left in the River Parishes....

Our guide and the others who work there were so nice and full of information. We enjoyed our visit immensely.

Beautiful plantation home!

Very knowledgeable tourguide. Answered all of ourr questions. Highly recommend the tour!

Excellent

We loved this tour. I have three boys (ages 12, 11, & 6) who really got a lot out of this (the older ones more than the younger one) and enjoyed learning about the history. The house was gorgeous and the tour guide was so good and full of knowledge. It really was one of the highlights of our trip.

The tour was amazing

St. Joseph Plantation

Step back in time at the oldest documented plantation along the lower Mississippi River Valley with this guided tour of the Destrehan Plantation. Located just 30-minutes from the French Quarter and 10-minutes from the New Orleans International Airport, drive out to discover the legacy of the Destrehan family. Historical interpreters will intrigue you with the storytelling of the plantation owners, enslaved laborers, and free people of color who made the plantation one of the top sugar producers in Louisiana. Marvel at the unique architectural features designed and built by enslaved master builder, Charles Parquet. Educate yourself on a slave revolt almost lost to history. Breath in the natural majesty of centuries-old oak trees draped in Spanish Moss. Book today to drive out and experience New Orleans' oldest and closest plantation!

Destrehan Plantation Admission & Guided Tour

Step back in time at the oldest documented plantation along the lower Mississippi River Valley with this guided tour of...

Our family loved our visit to the plantation. Our tour guide, Beverly, taught us more about the Louisiana Purchase, the influence of French culture, revolt of 1811 and the importance of the time era than we had ever learned.  It was a beautiful sunny day - great visit with beautiful scenery. ♥️ Highly recommend this tour to visitors.

Destrehan Plantation

The guides knew the history of the plantation and were respectful of the hardships that the slaves endured.

Informative Tour

Very informative, interesting plantation tour

Fried chicken and cocktails? Now that's a museum worth checking out! Shake things up and take a bite out of history with a visit to the Southern Food & Beverage Museum. This living history and food wonderland give guests an in-depth look at the roots of Southern food culture. Admission gets you into both the food museum as well as the museums of the American Cocktail's and La Galerie de l'Absinthe, which showcases the Absinthe collection of Raymond Bordelon and the storied history of the "green fairy" itself.

Southern Food & Beverage Museum General Admission

Fried chicken and cocktails? Now that's a museum worth checking out! Shake things up and take a bite out of history with...

The venue was very educational for foodies!

Food and Beverage Southern Museum

Southern Food and Beverage Museum & Museum of the American Cocktail

Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Louisiana's sugarcane industry with this St. Joseph and Felicity Plantation Combo Tour in Vacherie, Louisiana. Step onto a unique property where two plantation homes, St. Joseph and Felicity, coexist as part of a working sugarcane farm that manages around 1,000 acres of sugarcane each year. Each house tour lasts approximately one hour, allowing ample time to absorb the stories and immerse yourself in the historical ambiance of these plantations. Book your St. Joseph and Felicity Plantation Combo Tour today!

St. Joseph and Felicity Plantation Combo Tour

Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Louisiana's sugarcane industry with this St. Joseph and Felicity...

Take a musical journey through African American history on this Historic Riverland's & Soul River Music Tour. Visit Historic Riverlands, where the truth is revealed, history is relived, minds are renewed, and hearts repaired! Located on the former Cornland Plantation grounds, you will see the sites, feel the spirit, and hear the music as you are transported back in time. Witness the strength and pride of the people who lived and worked the plantation country through expert narration and exhibits at this historical landmark! Book your spot today!

Historic Riverlands Plantation & Soul River Music History Tour

Take a musical journey through African American history on this Historic Riverland's & Soul River Music Tour. Visit...

We enjoyed the tour and all the information that we learned about

Riverlands tour

Historic Riverlands Soul River Musical Journey Plantation

Enjoy oak tree-lined Esplanade Avenue and discover the story of the French Creoles, including Edgar Degas and his maternal family, hosted by either a docent or the Great-Grand Nieces of the artist himself! This documented historical tour includes exploring both Degas houses, which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and viewing the award-winning documentary "Degas in New Orleans, a Creole Sojourn". Book your spot today!

Edgar Degas House Museum Guided Tour

Enjoy oak tree-lined Esplanade Avenue and discover the story of the French Creoles, including Edgar Degas and his...

Good

As an art lover, I knew I needed to do this tour. Degas' great niece, Joanie, did a superb job of filling me in on the facts surrounding the artist's visit, his motivations for his various styles and subjects and some intriguing stories of family history. All helped orient me to the history, economies and cultural influences of NOLA in a fascinating way. My favorite tour by far! Thanks Joanie!

A rare and unique experience!

Degas House

Combine the thrill of a zipline with the beauty of the swamp in this one of a kind experience. You will get to enjoy 5 ziplines, 2 sky bridges, and a one of a kind spiral cypress tree staircase as you traverse the famed Maurepas Swamp! View the beautiful ecosystem including magnificent flowering plants, and cypress trees with Spanish moss. There is also no shortage of critters around and you will most likely see plenty of alligators, turtles, whitetail deer, wild boar, raccoons, and even more from up above! There is also a large green space with several games such as cornhole, giant Jenga, and more! Come see the area's newest and most exciting attraction! Book your experience today!

Zipline Swamp Tour

Combine the thrill of a zipline with the beauty of the swamp in this one of a kind experience. You will get to enjoy 5...

I just wanted to say Rossi and Kelsen were outstanding tour guides. They ensured our safety was first and provided us with comedy and laughter.  They made my wifes first experience Zip lining  a truly enjoyable experience.  Thank you and we will be back.

Robert and Charlotte Malonson

Great Birthday

It was the best time I have had in my entire life. Will do it as long as I can

Zip lining

Zip Nola

If you are looking to experience a combination tour and an educational museum experience, then this Houmas House & The Great River Road Museum Day Trip is the pick for you! The historic estate boasts 38 acres of the south’s grandest gardens, three restaurants, a luxurious Inn, and a historic mansion open daily for tours. The guided mansion tour leads guests through the architectural evolution of the mansion and details how a succession of owners and the Mississippi River grew this manor house to the estate it is today. Once sprawling over 300,000 acres, Houmas House has survived wars, floods, abandonment, and the test of time. Spend some time experiencing the Antebellum South. Once you have explored the Houmas Estate, visit The Great River Road Museum. This expansive museum educates about life on the Mississippi - exploring the culture, commerce, folklore, and music. Once you’ve completed this attraction, save time to walk across the bridge located in the parking lot and enjoy sweeping views of the Mississippi River and the surrounding landscape. Book your tour today!

Houmas House & The Great River Road Museum Day Trip

If you are looking to experience a combination tour and an educational museum experience, then this Houmas House & The...

In my opinion, over priced and short. Based on the main house. No history of the rest of the property.

Good tour and tour guide

Wonderful day spent with a true New Orleans native whose family roots went back 300 years. Museum and map room were added delights. A peek into the past.

Houmas House

Our visit to the museum was enjoyable and enlightening. It was especially nice because we were treated to a guided introduction by the curator’s sister who just happened to be in the foyer when we arrived. Her passion and excitement for the displays and artifacts brought history to life.

Worth the time

Embark on an immersive journey through time on the Felicity Plantation Guided Tour in Vacherie, Louisiana. Learn the captivating history of this working sugarcane plantation and the lives intertwined within its walls. Marvel at the architectural masterpiece, a stunning blend of Greek Revival and Creole influences, constructed between 1844 and 1847. Witness the very grounds where renowned film and TV projects like "The Skeleton Key," "12 Years a Slave," "Underground," and "Filthy Rich" came to life. Book your experience today!

Felicity Plantation Guided Tour

Embark on an immersive journey through time on the Felicity Plantation Guided Tour in Vacherie, Louisiana. Learn the...

Biloxi-Gulfport

Bring the kids to have fun in the award-winning indoor wonderland known as Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. Located in a 1915 schoolhouse across from the beach in Gulfport, Lynn Meadows is a giant playhouse dedicated to children and their wild imaginations. Inside, 15,000 square feet of hands-on exhibits encourage fun, learning, and creativity. Discover different cultures at the Celebrate the World We Share exhibit, board the train at Dolan Avenue Depot, and create a mini-masterpiece at our art studio - Art Knows Anything Goes. Outside, oak-covered acres provide more space to let the imagination run wild. Play "house" in the trees, tap a tune in the outdoor musical garden and explore the tiny town of Kids Street. Book your ticket today!

Lynn Meadows Children's Discovery Center Admission Tickets

Bring the kids to have fun in the award-winning indoor wonderland known as Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. Located in a...

TripShock was quick and easily accessed. We showed our confirmation # upon entry at the discovery center in Biloxi and enjoyed a great time on their last open day of the summer season.

Easily Accessed

Great experience! My experience was actually  better than expected. To check in was super easy. My daughter enjoyed so well that she's  asking everyday to go again!

Very satisfied!

It was a blast for my 6 year old grandson, he loved it all!

We had a great visit!’

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Enjoy the morning in New Orleans at the former home of French Impressionist Master, Edgar Degas, where guests will be served an incredible home-cooked Creole breakfast, accompanied by a guided tour of the 1850s Creole mansion where Edgar Degas created many of his most famous masterpieces. Hear intimate details about the historic home from the tour guide, Degas’ actual great-grandniece, or a docent. Book your spot today!

Edgar Degas House Tour & Creole Breakfast

Enjoy the morning in New Orleans at the former home of French Impressionist Master, Edgar Degas, where guests will be...

Not really knowing what to expect we arrived 15 minutes early as instructed for breakfast. The house was locked but someone cam to the front door in about 7-8 minutes and unlocked it for us. It was a nice sit down breakfast with about 8 other travelers which was nice to talk and get to know one another. The breakfast was truly five star and out hats off to the cooks. The tour itself was very informative and the guide did a really good job. If you are seeking food, culture, history and love art this is a great way to spend about three hours. Understand though you are going to be in a home from the 1700's so do not expect "spit & polish".

Edgar Degas

It was nice to learn about Degas’ ties with New Orleans, and also see the room which hosted him during his time in Louisiana.
There was a little too much focus on his brother’s infidelity; we would have preferred to learn more about the paintings he did here and a more detailed analysis of the letters or other first hand documents in which Degas described his time in NOLA.