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Hidden Gems in New Orleans

Beignet mornings, jazz clubs at night, river boats that keep their own time. The lesser-known corners of New Orleans most tourists miss — offbeat tours and local-favorite experiences, bookable on the spot.

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2h

New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

This New Orleans Historic Garden District Walking Tour highlights the American settlement and their beautiful homes, gardens, wealth and how life was changed because of their...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $37 a person
1h 45m

New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

Discover the supernatural side of the French Quarter with our spine-chilling New Orleans ghost tours.

  • 4.5★ · 13541 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $36 a person
3h

New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery

Spend an unforgettable 3 hours exploring New Orleans aboard our comfortable, air-conditioned mini-bus.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Bestseller
From $40 a person
Have a seat and hear some creepy history
2h

New Orleans Ghost Tour: Go Inside a Haunted Location

Go inside real haunted locations.

  • 4.6★ · 1271 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $30 a person
Travelers cruise through a cypress swamp on a flat-bottomed airboat.
2h to 4h

New Orleans Airboat Ride

Take a break from the hustle-bustle of New Orleans and escape to nature on this exhilarating, family-friendly airboat ride!

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Bestseller
From $59 a person
2h

New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise

Board your riverboat to the delightful tunes of the Steam Calliope.

  • Bestseller
  • Free cancellation
From $37 a person
48h

New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off and Garden District Walking Tour

Hop-On the City Sightseeing tour to experience 300 Years of New Orleans history, culture & fun!

  • 4.5★ · 222 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $47 a person
Garden District
2h to 2h 30m

New Orleans Sightseeing City Tour

Experience New Orleans with us on an approximately 2.5-hour sightseeing bus tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $50 a person
2h

New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour

Take a romp through the haunted French Quarter on this famous New Orleans ghost tour.

  • 4.7★ · 2264 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $30 a person
2h 30m

Little Havana Like a Local: Food, Culture & Hidden Gems

Immerse yourself in the culture, art and music of the picturesque neighborhood of Cuban exiles.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $69 a person
3h to 4h

Private New Orleans City Tour with Local Expert Guide

We will explore the original suburbs of the old town… the hip Marigny, the funky Bywater and Bayou St John, the true gateway to New Orleans.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $135 a person
1h 40m

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure

Take a New Orleans swamp tour and wetlands adventure!

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $35 a person
The French Quarter of New Orleans has been the beating heart of the city for over 300 years.
2h to 2h 30m

New Orleans French Quarter Audio Tour: Iconic Sites & Hidden Gems

Discover the rich tapestry of New Orleans’ French Quarter at your own pace.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $10 a person
Our Garden District walking tour covers lots of architectural details and discusses the various styles employed.
2h

New Orleans Highlights of the Garden District Walking Tour

Your exploration begins outside PJs coffeehouse, a local treasure that features beignets.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $37 a person
3h

Ghost Hunt inside Haunted locations with New Orleans Paranormal

Join us for a thrilling Paranormal Investigation in New Orleans!

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $59 a person
1h 45m

New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

Why Us? Because we care!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $38 a person
1h

New Orleans French Quarter and More Carriage Ride

You and your guests are going to love the opportunity to sit back and relax while your carriage driver unfolds 300 years of fun-filled history on your mule-drawn carriage ride.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $65 a person
2h

New Orleans Small-Group Garden District Walking Tour

Enjoy the stories on a walking tour through New Orleans’ elegant 19th Century garden neighborhood.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $28 a person
Let your guide lead you through the streets of the Garden District.
2h

Hidden History of New Orleans' Garden District

New Orleans' Garden District is a steeped in history and charm, with landmarks that tell stories of its rich heritage.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $49 a person
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1h

New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour

The French Quarter is known as one of the most haunted places in America, and with so many ghost tours to choose from, the best choice is this 1-hour carriage tour from the...

  • 4.6★ · 2512 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $65 a person
2h

Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

Master Storytellers guide groups through darkened streets for a historically accurate fun-filled tour full of New Orleans ghost stories and tales of Vampires.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Bestseller
From $21 a person
This nighttime walking tour visits spooky locations like Pirates Alley and Muriel's. You’ll hear tales of the chilling history of this haunted city.
1h 30m

Haunted New Orleans French Quarter Ghost Tour with Local Guide

New Orleans is rumored to have a strong presence of ghosts and spirits.

  • 4.9★ · 58 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $39 a person
4h

New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure with Transportation

See the Cajuns of the Bayou living and surviving in harmony with the swamps.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $60 a person
2h

New Orleans Bourbon Street Bar Crawl w/ Shots & Souvenir Cup

Get ready to dive into the famous New Orleans Bourbon Street with our Bourbon Street Bar Crawl!

  • 4.6★ · 69 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $35 a person

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