New Orleans · GUIDED
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New Orleans rewards the right pace. Use route, group size, running time and ticket details to find the guided tours that fit the rest of your plans.
Guided pontoon boat through Lafitte cypress swamps with hotel pickup, alligator sightings, and live guide commentary for 90 minutes.
“Great experience with the family! Our kids loved watching the alligators swim up to the boat to eat. Captain was able to get a few of them to rise up out of the water to get food on the end of a stick. Slowly gliding through the swamp was very peaceful and beautiful.”
Guided tour at Laura Plantation near New Orleans, sharing 4 generations of Creole life, including enslaved people, in a preserved French-heritage estate.
“The contrast between the lives of the owners and slaves was excellently explained. And how the unfairness continues today.”
Houmas House guided tour with period-costumed mansion rooms and 38-acre gardens, plus sugar-era stories of Louisiana history.
“I thought the presentation by the guide was wonderful. The whole house was so interesting with everything from past days. Lastly the museum was awesome giving me a great take on the history of the great state of Louisiana.”
Glide through Louisiana wetlands on a guided swamp cruise from New Orleans, learn Cajun history, and spot alligators, birds, and raccoons.
“We did this while on holidays from Australia in June. Collected from our hotel was great. Gerald our bus driver was lovely and helpful. Once at the destination we could use the bathroom and get drinks or snacks. We were met with our boat captain, Captain Bebop who told us alot about the history of the area, explaining the landscape and even brought a baby alligator on board to give us a closer look. He threw marshmallows ionto the water which the alligators seemed to like, attracting them closer to the boat. If you're not sure if this is for you, try it you'll be surprised, I was.”
A 2-hour guided Garden District walk with gate access to Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 and stories behind New Orleans’ antebellum homes.
“Libby was a fabulous tour guide - full of facts and energy, giving us a fabulous glimpse into the lives and history of the Garden District. The tour felt informative, unhurried, and just the right size and duration. Would absolutely recommend!”
Paddle the Manchac Swamp with a local naturalist, spot gators and birds, learn Ruddock ghost town lore, and return by van.
“the organizer was really cool, answering questions. very helpful. the kayaking location was beautiful.”
A 75-minute Laura Plantation tour with an 1805 raised Creole house, original slave cabins, and a self-guided slavery exhibit, in English or French.
“Lindie was amazing! You could feel her passion for the topics covered. Educational and entertaining. She even spoke French to a member on the tour. The gift shop was super cute as well.”
A 1 hour 45 minute New Orleans voodoo walking tour led by a High Priestess, visiting Congo Square, Louis Armstrong Park, and Marie Laveau’s site.
“The tour was fascinating. I really appreciated our guide sharing her personal experiences. The tour was 2 hours but could have been even longer. So interesting.”
2-hour small-group French Quarter walk with a certified guide, Creole stories, famous landmarks, and practical tips for your New Orleans stay.
“On ne voit pas passer le temps. plein de bons conseils. Elle s'adapte et nous plonge dans l'histoire du quartier Français. on l'a fait dès notre arrivée, ce qui nous a permis d'été conseillé pour la suite.”
90-minute French Quarter ghost, crime, voodoo and vampire walk with haunted stops, true-crime cold cases, optional HELLVISION.
“Ricardo was amazing! Not only was he super knowledgeable, I love his enthusiasm, passion, and love of Nola and its rich history. I appreciated hearing the accurate histories of New Orleans and some of its infamous people! He was very kind and considerate to the group, always making sure everyone was accounted for, prepared us for when we would be doing more walking, and had secondary and tertiary backup plans when certain spots became too crowded or people passing by were too loud. He was so animated & lively in his presentations that kept our whole tour engaged the entire time. I also saw how kind he was to the…”
Private 3 to 4 hour New Orleans car tour with local guide Marc, covering French Quarter, Bywater, Garden District, and more.
“Great way to see the City in a half day! Went to a local bar and restaurant, dessert included!!! Highly recommend”
Learn New Orleans Voodoo at Congo Square and the French Quarter, with Armstrong Park history, Marie Laveau stories, music, and a shop stop.
“Loved this tour! I don’t enjoy theatrical tours, I am more interested in factual & historical tours and this was that. Anna was amazing and very knowledgeable and you could tell she took pride in her research and tour.”
Adults-only voodoo history walk in New Orleans, with St. Louis Cemetery, Congo Square, Dauphine Street, and Jackson Square stops.
“Highly recommended tour! I liked that our group size was intimate enough so we could always hear the info & ask lots of questions if needed. Our tour guide Doug was knowledgeable and hilarious and extremely engaging. He kept our attention the whole time. We learned so much about the truth behind Voodoo which made us appreciate the spiritual practice that much more!”
Owner-led Roulaison rum distillery tour in New Orleans with a one-hour stop, five included samples, and mobile ticket convenience.
“Eat before you take this tour!!:) it was educational and the rum tasting was delicious. Ask questions the tour guide is extremely knowledgeable.”
