Explore one of the oldest plantations in the lower Mississippi Valley and ride in a Louisiana swamp boat. Step back in time and experience the antebellum south, this 5-hour tour combines two famous Louisiana attractions into one trip!
Highlights:
Visit the Destrehan Plantation, established in 1787
Tour the Manchac Swamp, a privately-owned wildlife refuge
See alligators, raccoons, snakes, and other wildlife creatures
Experience a landscape unlike any other
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Comfort
9
Location
9
Romance
7
Value for money
8
PROS:
Tour the oldest plantation along the lower Mississippi Valley
This tour is well organized, your whole trip will be narrated by a local guide
Vehicles have air conditioning
The boat you will ride in will be open-sided and covered
CONS:
A minimum of 10 participants are required for this tour to operate
Tour New Orleans oldest cemetery and find out why the graves of the deceased are built above ground. Hear tales of the past and witness these old and crackling tombs up-close!
This cemetery has been active since 1833, with burials still occurring to this day! See these elaborate vaults and learn why people came to be buried here. Full of history and an eerie aesthetic, these guided tours are a perfect way to explore New Orleans’ past.
The swamps are largely untouched and house an abundance of wildlife, both beneath the water and above the woody vegetation. Airboats are your best bet to view all the wildlife and Louisiana’s wetlands which span over three million acres.
While swamps are a worldwide phenomenon, the mystery and brooding of the Louisiana swamps add to its appeal. Not to mention its indigenous Cajun culture and its hosting of over two million ancient alligators that roam the bayous. Fortunately, Cajun Swamp Tours are plentiful!
You can choose between going on a smaller, more intimate boat tour with a group of friends/family or a more communal one that caters to a larger crowd.
Swamp tours in New Orleans and around it are the ideal way to break away from the city’s commotion. Although the swamp is eroding, wildlife freely roam here and live in harmony with the Cajun community. This is a unique tour that can only be experienced here, you have to do it!
New Orleans is one of the most vibrant places on earth and will quickly capture your adventurous heart. NOLA has some of the best soul food and is bursting with thrilling things to do.
The city is well-known for its nightlife and boozy attractions. That said, bar hopping in New Orleans is a next-level experience you wouldn’t want to miss.
Overall, the tour guides were super insightful, and we learned some juicy secrets behind this famed city. We loved that we could enjoy an evening tour and continue on our own afterward with our newly made friends.
Location
10
Value for money
8
Fun
10
PROS:
You get to learn the history of New Orleans.
It’s easy to make friends with people in your tour group.
You’ll visit the best pubs and bars in the city.
CONS:
Not all the tours are all-inclusive
Tours get booked quickly, so your preferred date and time may be unavailable.
You’ll need to arrange your own transport to and from your hotel.
Video recording is not allowed on most of the tours.
When you visit New Orleans, you will get swept away by the beautiful jazz music, super strong Louisiana cocktails, and delicious Cajun and Creole-style food. But what if you could experience all of this on a boat? The New Orleans Jazz Cruise is the perfect trip to experience the wonder of New Orleans while sailing on the Mississippi River.
Jazz music, Louisiana cuisine, and the Mississippi River are the things that make a New Orleans Jazz Cruise unforgettable. You will be spoiled for choice with the many dining options on these cruises, and the jazz music in the background makes this a magical experience. Everything that makes New Orleans special can be found on these cruises, but they're ten times better because it's on a boat. So the next time you're in New Orleans, make sure to go on an evening dinner cruise where you'll watch the sunset over the Mississippi while enjoying the beauty of New Orleans.
Comfort
9
Location
9
Value for Money
9
Convenience
8
Fun
9
Level of Activity
9
PROS:
The extensive Creole and Louisiana-inspired dishes
The view of New Orleans and the historic buildings next to the Mississippi River
The live jazz music
CONS:
Dinner is only included in the ticket if you select that option
If there is bad weather, the cruise may be docked for the whole duration
The cruises usually don’t cater for special meals (gluten-free, etc.)
Learn the real history of New Orleans voodoo on a fun and informative walking tour. Follow your local guide through the streets of New Orleans and visit iconic places associated with New Orleans voodoo culture.
Learn about the history and development of the voodoo religion in New Orleans, and gain a better understanding for the people who practice it. Voodoo tours in New Orleans take you into the mysterious world of spells and rituals!
You won't find this type of tour anywhere else. A New Orleans voodoo tour will teach you the history of this fascinating religion and clear up any misconceptions you may have.
Experience New Orleans’ cocktail culture on this fun and informative tour. Visit historic bars and restaurants as you walk around the French Quarter with a local guide and fellow drink enthusiasts! Learn the origins of century-old cocktails, hear the recipes, and see them being made! Discover the best that ‘the Big Easy’ has to offer on this unique city tour!
Tour New Orleans’ French Quarter and surrounding areas on a horse-drawn carriage. This is the city’s historic heart, and famous for many sights and attractions. French Quarter carriage tours are perfect for all interests and age groups. All tours are narrated by a local guide who will keep you entertained from start to finish. Witness the city through a different perspective on a leisurely one-hour stroll!
New Orleans’ carriage tours are a fun and entertaining way to explore the city. They provide guests with historical insight and information and are appropriate for all ages!
