Things To see & Do TOURS -GARDEN DISTRICT 2 Chicks Walking Tours twochickswalkingtours.com / NO, 70130 / 504-975-4386 Talented storytellers present fun-filled experiences throughout our enchanted streets and legendary New Orleans cemeteries. We've also crafted innovative themes such as Dead Sexy and Brothels, Bordellos and Ladies of the Night, and more. — French Quarter Bayou Adventure bayouadventure.com / Lafitte, 70067 / Gray Line Tours 504-754-5300 Explore serene waterways across southern Louisiana with Bayou Adventure's kayak kiosks, providing effortless self-serve rentals for spontaneous explorations and unforgettable bayou adventures. Your gateway to Louisiana's natural beauty. Visit our website for more information. — Westbank graylineneworleans.com / Toulouse Street and the Mississippi River, 400 Toulouse St., 70130 / 504-569-1401, 800-233-2628 We specialize in creating unique and memorable tailored tour programs for all sizes and all budgets. A talented pool of the city's best tour guides and the support of our attraction partners mean more options and flexibility. — French Quarter Kayak-iti-yat, Original Kayaking Tours of New Orleans kayakitiyat.com / NO, 70119 / 512-964-Premium Tours & Transportation TOURS -GHOST/ PARANORMAL American Ghost Walks -New Orleans americanghostwalks.com/louisiana / NO, 70130 / 833-446-7813 Our New Orleans walking tours take you through the Big Easy's checkered past, exploring colonial history, natural disasters, voodoo culture, and unexplained hauntings. Delve into the darker side of bustling Magazine Street or learn the secrets of the French Quarter. Real ghost stories. Real paranormal experiences. Real spooky fun. — French Quarter 9499 Capture New Orleans from a different perspective as we guide you along our historic waterway, Bayou St. John. Together we'll explore history, culture, our evolving ecology, and the surrounding aquatic life. We launch and paddle right here in the city. — Mid-City premiumtoursandtransportation.com / NO, 70125 / 504-494-0424 Premium T&T offers a selection of unique private and public tours for travelers looking for memorable small-group experiences when visiting New Orleans. St. Bernard Magazine Tours TOURS -MARDI GRAS Mardi Gras World LLC mardigrasworld.com / 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl., next to Convention Center, NO, 70130 / 504-361-7821 Come see where Mardi Gras is made. See Mardi Gras magic created right before your eyes in this maze of amazing carnival creations. Guided tours, video, royalty costumes, gift shop. Also perfect location for private events. — Convention/Warehouse/Arts District Chalmette, 70043 / 504-609-7509 Local magazine publisher offers personalized tours of St. Bernard Parish, "New Orleans' Most Historic Neighbor," and New Orleans historical sites in the French Quarter, Treme, Marigny, and Lower 9th Ward. Other locations can be included. — Chalmette Timeless Transportation timelesstransportation.co / Metairie, Gray Line Tours graylineneworleans.com / Toulouse Street and the Mississippi River, 400 Toulouse St., 70130 / 504-569-1401, 800-233-2628 Learn the real history of colorful characters who lived, died, and chose to remain in the French Quarter. Meet Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau and feel the Great Fire through augmented reality. A Gray Line exclusive. — French Quarter TOURS -NIGHT LIFE Big Easy Walking Tours bigeasywalkingtours.com / 435 Esplanade Ave., NO, 70116 / 504-338-0079 A 2024 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award Winner. Locally owned and operated. Brings the culture of New Orleans to life for solo travelers or large corporate groups. Guests are treated to VIP access to the city's legendary music scene and darkest secrets. We craft city-wide driving and walking tours revealing the melting pot of historic neighborhoods and multicultural populations. — French Quarter 70005 / 504-237-9636 Private car service with two antique cars: a 1957 Cadillac Sedan and a 1970 Mustang Convertible. Licensed tour guide offering private tours out of either vehicle for the French Quarter and Garden District. Private transportation services offered, including transport for special events, weddings, etc. Photo and film shoot opportunities with the vehicles as well. — Jefferson Parish New Orleans Ghosts nolaghosts.com / NO, 70116 / 504-434-TOURS -PLANTATIONS Gray Line Tours graylineneworleans.com / Toulouse Street and the Mississippi River, 400 Toulouse St., 70130 / 504-569-1401, 800-233-2628 Five stars. Multiple daily departures to immerse yourself in Louisiana’s complex River Road history at Oak Alley Plantation or Whitney Plantation, or book a full day Plantation + Swamp Combo for the best value. — French Quarter 7314 Offers an unforgettable journey through the city's haunted history and most popular iconic locations. Experience spine-tingling ghost tours, spooky haunted pub crawls, thrilling voodoo, and true crime tours with the best local guides who uncover the spooky stories behind each location. These tours offer the city's most hauntingly fun experiences, blending dark history with eerie tales for a Big Easy adventure. — French Quarter Destination Kitchen Tours / Must Do Nola dktoursnola.com / 4018 Magazine St., Nightly Spirits nightlyspirits.com / 650 Poydras St., Suite 1400, NO, 70130 / 844-678-8687, 844-678-8687 Offers haunted pub crawls, ghost tours, and haunted food tours from our French Quarter location. We offer daily public departures and large private group tours. We can accommodate groups from 1-100+, so book today. — Central Business District NO, 70115 / 504-226-5500 Cocktail lovers and foodies enjoy a walking dinner party with authentic cocktail and food tastings. Explore the Arts District, French Quarter Foodie and Cocktail Experience, Bourbon Street Crawl, or Canal Street/ Convention area. Must be 21+. Daily tours with private options. Groups, corporate, or individual. Getaways, team-building, and celebrations. — Garden District/Uptown TOURS -SIGHTSEEING Celebration Tours LLC celebrationtoursllc.com / NO, 70119 / 504-587-7115, 888-587-7115 Five unique tours combined into one exciting city tour. Discover everything New Orleans has to offer: the French Quarter, architecture, Katrina recovery, historic cemeteries, and the Garden District in a 14-passenger van for a semi-private city or plantation tour experience. Private tours are available. — Mid-City TOURS -KAYAK A New Orleans Kayak Swamp Tour neworleanskayakswamptours.com / NO / 504-571-9975 Immerse yourself in stunning scenery as you explore and learn about the unique surrounding ecosystem. These guided swamp tours are perfect for beginners, taking you on a serene paddle through the bayous, swamps, and rivers around New Orleans. Glide past picturesque cypress groves, abandoned houseboats, and encounter fascinating exotic wildlife along the way. — Mid-City TOURS -PERSONALIZED/ SPECIALIZED Destination Kitchen Tours / Must Do Nola dktoursnola.com / 4018 Magazine St., NO, 70115 / 504-226-5500 Garden District Foodie and Cocktail; Arts District and Bubbles; Eat, Drink, and View: Canal Street and the French Quarter; Eat, Drink. and Bedazzled: Gay and Spirited Tour. An ambiance of happiness and entertainment with professional, heartwarming guides that lead you to spots where you can learn about culture, recipes, and famous stops. — Garden District/Uptown City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Tour citysightseeingneworleans.com / 700 Decatur St., NO, 70116 / 504-207-6200, 800-362-1811 HOP-ON for a single 90-minute loop to experience a complete city tour with three centuries of history, architecture, and culture narrated live in English by your own tour host. HOP-OFF at any stop along the way and explore New Orleans' most popular neighborhoods, attractions, and shopping districts, or take advantage of our guided walking tours in the Garden District and French Quarter, included in the 2-Day and 3-Day Package, or sold separately. — French Quarter 112
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