Activities & Things to Do in New Orleans: Tours, Attractions, Dining, Cruises & More

Popular Activities

Steamboat Natchez

Journey back in time to the classic days of steam and paddle boats along the Mississippi River with the Steamboat Natchez cruise. With this fun and exciting cruise, you can enjoy a variety of different options to make this activity perfect for you and your family including a jazz music cruise, lunch cruise, and an evening dinner cruise. Take in the beautiful sights along the river as you enjoy a delicious meal, listen to great live music, and spend time on this historic steamboat cruise.

New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter

Whether you are a foodie or just want to explore some of NOLA's rich culture, this New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter is certain to be a memorable time. This three-hour endeavor includes tastings of some of the finest Cajun fare, allowing guests to experience the flavorful and vibrant food culture of the city. Visit places like Cafe du Monde and try delicious oysters, red beans and rice, gumbo, beignets, and more.

VooDoo and Cemetery Walking Tour

Enjoy the haunted history of the city of New Orleans with this walking tour of the historic VooDoo and Cemetery Walking Tour. On this venture, guests will explore the French Quarter while learning all about the history that plagues New Orleans. This interesting tour combines the history of the cemeteries, VooDoo queens, and many more interesting legends and lore from NOLA's rich past. 

City of New Orleans and Katrina Recovery Tour

With this tour of the city, you will be taken to learn about the destruction of Hurricane Katrina and see multiple sites along the way on the path of the hurricane. Head to multiple districts, a lighthouse, and the levee that broke during Hurricane Katrina. Not only will your guide teach you about the bad destruction of Hurricane Katrina, but also the rebuilding efforts to the homes and businesses of the area to show how everyone came together as a community to help one another after this devastating loss to the city. This tour will touch your heart and give you a better understanding of the powerful events that took place during the storm.

Historical Attractions / Landmarks

French Quarter

The most notable and historic area of downtown New Orleans, the French Quarter is known as the oldest section of the city. The city was founded in 1718 and developed a central square which is now commonly called the French Quarter. The district as a whole has been designated a National Historic Landmark with individual buildings and areas themselves Historic Landmarks as well. The area is filled with historic buildings from the 18th and 19th century and includes something to see and explore around every corner.

Bourbon Street

Located in the heart of the French Quarter in downtown New Orleans, Bourbon Street is famous for its bars, live music, and vibrant nightlife that has been a part of this historic street since the 1880s. 

Garden District

Originally developed in the mid to late 1800s, the Garden District holds a beautiful collection of preserved historic mansions. The street was originally developed with only a few homes per block and large landscaped gardens surrounding each home, giving the historic district its name. During the 19th-century, the lots were subdivided and became more urban with it losing a large portion of the gardens and adding late Victorian period style homes.

Jackson Square

This historic park is located in the French Quarter and played a central in the history of the city of New Orleans. The square is known for where Louisiana was made United States territory in 1803 during the Louisiana Purchase. The park includes a statue of Andrew Jackson, walkways for a lovely stroll, iron fences, and is located right in front of the gorgeous St. Louis Cathedral.

The Arts in New Orleans

  • New Orleans Museum of Art
  • Contemporary Arts Center
  • Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden
  • Ogden Museum of Southern Art

Experience Nature

  • Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
  • Audubon Zoo
  • Audubon Butterfly and Insectarium
  • Couturie Forest
  • Crescent Park

Restaurants in New Orleans

  • Court of Two Sisters Restaurant
  • Brennan’s
  • GW Fins
  • Commander’s Palace
  • Emeril’s New Orleans
  • Cochon Restaurant
  • B.B. King’s Blues Club
Sort By:

New Orleans Most Popular Activities

By Date:
 
The image shows a classic multi-deck riverboat with a large red paddle wheel, named
Steamboat Natchez Harbor Cruise    
Relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life when you embark on a great and unique adventure on a Steamboat Natchez Harbor Tour throughout the waters near the city of NOLA.
Available 348 days between Oct 15 & Sep 30
Oct 15
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 16
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 17
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 18
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 19
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 20
11:30 AM
Oct 21
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 22
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 23
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 24
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 25
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 26
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 27
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 28
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 29
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 30
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Oct 31
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Nov 01
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Nov 02
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
Nov 03
11:30 AM
2:30 PM
>
A group of tourists is attentively listening to a guide who is gesturing as he speaks, amidst the historical setting of an old cemetery on a sunny day.
The one-of-a-kind and stunning St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour is a simple way to learn about the history of this ancient cemetery and get a glimpse of life. This walking tour features advanced sound with queries about the heritage of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, the graves, and the people who are buried there. This tour is intended to provide a fun and educational method for seeing St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, its history, architecture, and tombs, and to gain an understanding of those individuals in your own time. You can begin this tour on the cemetery's eastern side, on the Mother's Day Trip Route, or at any of the location sign stops. Numerous tombs and crypts are included in the tour.
Available 351 days between Oct 13 & Sep 30
Oct 12
2:00 PM
4:30 PM
Oct 13
11:15 AM
1:15 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 14
9:00 AM
11:15 AM
1:00 PM
2:30 PM
4:00 PM
Oct 15
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 16
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 17
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 18
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 19
9:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 20
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:30 PM
Oct 21
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 22
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 23
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 24
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 25
9:00 AM
11:30 AM
1:00 PM
2:30 PM
Oct 26
9:00 AM
11:45 AM
1:45 PM
3:30 PM
Oct 27
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 28
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 29
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 30
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
Oct 31
9:45 AM
2:00 PM
>
A stately historic mansion stands surrounded by sprawling live oak trees with lush greenery in a serene park-like setting.
On the Oak Alley Plantation Tour, you'll leave the French Quarter of New Orleans to visit Oak Alley, an 1839 mansion on a 25-acre plantation, and learn its history.
Available 80 days between Oct 13 & Dec 31
Oct 12
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 13
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 14
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 15
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 16
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 17
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 18
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 19
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 20
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 21
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 22
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 23
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 24
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 25
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 26
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 27
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 28
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 29
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 30
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Oct 31
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
>
A group of passengers enjoy a tour on a boat named
Swamp and Bayou Tour    
The Swamp and Bayou Tour takes its guests on a tour through the great Mississippi River and into the infamous bayou of Louisiana to see some of the many sites and wildlife that are there.
Available 80 days between Oct 13 & Dec 31
Oct 12
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 13
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 14
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 15
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 16
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 17
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 18
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 19
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 20
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 21
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 22
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 23
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 24
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 25
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 26
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 27
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 28
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 29
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 30
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
Oct 31
8:45 AM
10:45 AM
12:45 PM
2:45 PM
>
A person is feeding an alligator from the side of a boat while other passengers watch.
Swamp / Plantation Combo Tour allows you to experience the Bayou and the splendor of the Oak Alley Plantation. Oak Alley Plantation is set on 25 acres of land and features a gift shop and Oak Alley Restaurant.
Available 80 days between Oct 13 & Dec 31
Oct 12
9:00 AM
Oct 13
9:00 AM
Oct 14
9:00 AM
Oct 15
9:00 AM
Oct 16
9:00 AM
Oct 17
9:00 AM
Oct 18
9:00 AM
Oct 19
9:00 AM
Oct 20
9:00 AM
Oct 21
9:00 AM
Oct 22
9:00 AM
Oct 23
9:00 AM
Oct 24
9:00 AM
Oct 25
9:00 AM
Oct 26
9:00 AM
Oct 27
9:00 AM
Oct 28
9:00 AM
Oct 29
9:00 AM
Oct 30
9:00 AM
Oct 31
9:00 AM
>
A group of people are cheerfully toasting with martini glasses in a social setting, indicating a celebration or a gathering among friends.
This New Orleans Original Cocktail Walking Tour allows for you to enjoy a number of great cocktails as you walk between some of the oldest and most iconic bars and restaurants in New Orleans, and you have the chance to sample the cocktails that were invented in this great city.
Available 80 days between Oct 13 & Dec 31
Oct 12
4:00 PM
Oct 13
4:00 PM
Oct 14
4:00 PM
Oct 15
4:00 PM
Oct 16
4:00 PM
Oct 17
4:00 PM
Oct 18
4:00 PM
Oct 19
4:00 PM
Oct 20
4:00 PM
Oct 21
4:00 PM
Oct 22
4:00 PM
Oct 23
4:00 PM
Oct 24
4:00 PM
Oct 25
4:00 PM
Oct 26
4:00 PM
Oct 27
4:00 PM
Oct 28
4:00 PM
Oct 29
4:00 PM
Oct 30
4:00 PM
Oct 31
4:00 PM
>
A group of passengers are enjoying a ride on an airboat, skimming over the water with lush green foliage in the background.
Experience the beauty and wonder of New Orleans with tickets on this Airboat Tour. This event includes roundtrip transportation and a fun 90-minute romp through the swamplands.
Available 19 days between Oct 13 & Oct 31
Oct 12
8:30 AM
Oct 13
8:30 AM
Oct 14
8:30 AM
Oct 15
8:30 AM
Oct 16
8:30 AM
Oct 17
8:30 AM
Oct 18
8:30 AM
Oct 19
8:30 AM
Oct 20
8:30 AM
Oct 21
8:30 AM
Oct 22
8:30 AM
Oct 23
8:30 AM
Oct 24
8:30 AM
Oct 25
8:30 AM
Oct 26
8:30 AM
Oct 27
8:30 AM
Oct 28
8:30 AM
Oct 29
8:30 AM
Oct 30
8:30 AM
Oct 31
8:30 AM
A red and white paddlewheel steamboat adorned with American flags cruises on a river, churning water with its iconic red wheel.
You will enjoy an unparalleled view of the mighty Mississippi River aboard the authentic Stern Wheeler Steamboat Natchez when you take this outstanding Dinner and Lunch Cruise; the vessel sets sail from New Orleans' magical French Quarter.
Available 80 days between Oct 13 & Dec 31
Oct 12
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 13
7:00 PM
Oct 14
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 15
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 16
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 17
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 18
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 19
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 20
7:00 PM
Oct 21
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 22
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 23
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 24
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 25
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 26
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 27
7:00 PM
Oct 28
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 29
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 30
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
Oct 31
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
>
The image is a creative composition featuring the name
New Orleans is considered one of the most haunted cities in the United States and this guided tour will visit many frightening landmarks including the Bourbon Orleans Hotel, which is rated one of the top haunted hotels, and Pirate's Alley.
Available 80 days between Oct 13 & Dec 31
Oct 12
7:00 PM
Oct 13
7:00 PM
Oct 14
7:00 PM
Oct 15
7:00 PM
Oct 16
7:00 PM
Oct 17
7:00 PM
Oct 18
7:00 PM
Oct 19
7:00 PM
Oct 20
7:00 PM
Oct 21
7:00 PM
Oct 22
7:00 PM
Oct 23
7:00 PM
Oct 24
7:00 PM
Oct 25
7:00 PM
Oct 26
7:00 PM
Oct 27
7:00 PM
Oct 28
7:00 PM
Oct 29
7:00 PM
Oct 30
7:00 PM
Oct 31
7:00 PM
>
A paddle wheel riverboat is illuminated at night, cruising on calm waters with a cityscape in the distance.
Cruise down the great Mississippi River on the Natchez steamboat and enjoy a rich cultural tour of the area while listening to the sweet jazz music on the beautiful water.
Available 344 days between Oct 16 & Sep 30
Oct 16
7:00 PM
Oct 17
7:00 PM
Oct 18
7:00 PM
Oct 19
7:00 PM
Oct 20
7:00 PM
Oct 21
7:00 PM
Oct 22
7:00 PM
Oct 23
7:00 PM
Oct 24
N/A
Oct 25
7:00 PM
Oct 26
7:00 PM
Oct 27
7:00 PM
Oct 28
7:00 PM
Oct 29
7:00 PM
Oct 30
7:00 PM
Oct 31
7:00 PM
Nov 01
7:00 PM
Nov 02
7:00 PM
Nov 03
7:00 PM
Nov 04
7:00 PM
>
Try searching by keyword or choose a specific date.
By Date:
 
Previous Page
1  2  ... 46
Next Page
 
 
Looking For Something?