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Racontours
Ollie #1 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 58 reviews
Owner description: Racontours, New Orleans is a group dedicated to telling the stories of this most beautiful enclave in an invigorating and comprehensive manner, and we...... more » Owner description: Racontours, New Orleans is a group dedicated to telling the stories of this most beautiful enclave in an invigorating and comprehensive manner, and we have an exclusive tour of New Orleans' Garden District which offers us the ability to showcase everything that makes this town so amazing by having a spectacular four course lunch at the world renowned Commander's Palace! Please visit our website for more details! We also offer customized tours upon request such as fantastic birthday pub crawls and spirit filled voodoo! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  3.9 km from city centre
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Confederacy of Cruisers Bike Tours
Ollie #2 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 303 reviews
Owner description: New Orleans is so more than the French Quarter and we want to show you what most visitors don't get to experience. The heart of our city is seen...... more » Owner description: New Orleans is so more than the French Quarter and we want to show you what most visitors don't get to experience. The heart of our city is seen through its many other historic neighborhoods, such as the beautiful Faubourg Marigny; and there is no better way to explore them than with New Orleans' original bicycle tour company. Join us as we take you for a bike ride around the old Creole neighborhoods and tell you the stories of the New Orleans that most tourists miss. The ride is relaxed, with plenty of time to ask questions, and a stop along the way at a neighborhood bar where you can find out all you want about local life while drinking a delicious Bloody Mary, if you like. For those who want to delve a little deeper, we offer a tasty Neighborhood Culinary Tour and a Historic Drinking Tour (where you get to indulge as you learn), all travelling through our streets like the locals do, on easy to ride classic cruiser bicycles. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  2.4 km from city centre
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Big Easy Bike Tours
Ollie #3 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 181 reviews
Owner description: Big Easy Bike Tours offers casually paced tours of New Orleans. We offer 3 different tours and the ability to combine them for those seeking a longer...... more » Owner description: Big Easy Bike Tours offers casually paced tours of New Orleans. We offer 3 different tours and the ability to combine them for those seeking a longer more detailed tour. Bikes are delivered to your hotel, yes we meet you! This is the best way to see, feel and smell the city of New Orleans. After finishing your Big Easy Bike Tour you will have a good understanding of the city and a long list of things to do and places to go. Big Easy Bike Tours offers the longest bike tour in the city the 20 mile RIDE along with our most popular the 10 mile Esplanade Avenue of the Creoles tour. All tours are 3 hours and combination tours are 5 hours. For information about any of our tours check out the website today. Reservations are required. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  3.1 km from city centre
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Original New Orleans Movie Tours
Ollie #4 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 71 reviews
Owner description: A unique movie experience! Let us give you a city tour of New Orleans while playing video clips from your favorite movies, while we visit the actual...... more » Owner description: A unique movie experience! Let us give you a city tour of New Orleans while playing video clips from your favorite movies, while we visit the actual filming locations! Enjoy complimentary popcorn aboard our intimate 10 passenger van! A locally owned and operated tour by married couple Jonathan & Michelle Ray. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  2.4 km from city centre
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Ninth Ward Rebirth Bike Tours
Ollie #5 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 61 reviews
Owner description: Bike through the little seen parts of New Orleans with us and take a ride through the rebirth of a historical neighborhood. See not only the damage...... more » Owner description: Bike through the little seen parts of New Orleans with us and take a ride through the rebirth of a historical neighborhood. See not only the damage from Hurrican Katrina, but the uplifting rebuilding; and more importantly, why the neighborhood needed to survive. We'll visit the levee, learn about the musical culture, and meet Ronald Lewis, local historian and curator of the House of Dance and Feathers. Definitely an unforgettable day. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
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Strange True Tours
Ollie #6 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 91 reviews
Owner description: STRANGE TRUE TOURS:This is a revolutionary new concept in French Quarter Walking Tours. It is an adult oriented, historic tour about the fun, quirky,...... more » Owner description: STRANGE TRUE TOURS:This is a revolutionary new concept in French Quarter Walking Tours. It is an adult oriented, historic tour about the fun, quirky, and unusual stories of New Orleans.Our knowledgeable and entertaining tour guides cover a wide range of subjects from pirates, prostitutes, and slavery, to Lee Harvey Oswald, New Orleans Mafia, and the JFK connections.Depending upon your guide, you can hear interesting stories about our restaurant industry, famous chefs, hot dogs, dueling, Jazz Funerals, political intrigue, family dirt, termites, or even a Street Car Named Desire.The Strange True history of New Orleans knows no bounds! You will laugh, and even be shocked at times, but you will have a great time learning about our city. All of these stories, are historically accurate and documented, and that is the best part of all.CITY OF THE DEAD CEMETERY TOUR:The history of New Orleans cemeteries is a walk back in time. Come learn the truth about our burial customs, and the unique stories of the residents of St Louis #1 cemetery. Visit the final resting places of the Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau and Nicholas Cage, visit legends of jazz, see where Easy Rider was filmed, learn about the political intrigue of our city, discrimination, civil rights, and human vice. « less
Attraction type  Walking tours
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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New Orleans School of Cooking
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Ollie #7 of 65 tours in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 240 reviews
Owner description: Our festive cooking classes feature lunch, laughs, and lessons in delightful morning or afternoon demonstrations. Guests learn to make local favorites...... more » Owner description: Our festive cooking classes feature lunch, laughs, and lessons in delightful morning or afternoon demonstrations. Guests learn to make local favorites such as Gumbo, Jambalaya, Shrimp Creole, and Pralines. A meal of the demonstrated food items, beverages and recipes are included. « less
Attraction type  "Classes/Workshops"
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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American Photo Safari
Ollie #8 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Owner description: What happens when you combine a sightseeing tour with a photography class? American Photo Safari!Grab your camera, put on your walking shoes and join...... more » Owner description: What happens when you combine a sightseeing tour with a photography class? American Photo Safari!Grab your camera, put on your walking shoes and join us for a fun and informative half-day photography workshop in New Orleans.Learn secrets for taking great photos from local, professional photographers. Perfect for beginners!Explore the historic French Quarter and other famous New Orleans sights with an insider.No more boring snapshots! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
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Kayakitiyat Kayak Tours of New Orleans
Ollie #9 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Owner description: Capture New Orleans from a different perspective. Kayak on Bayou St. John as we guide you along our historic waterway running through the city. We’ll...... more » Owner description: Capture New Orleans from a different perspective. Kayak on Bayou St. John as we guide you along our historic waterway running through the city. We’ll keep with the pace of the city—nice and easy, taking in the southern scenery, hospitality and weather. While kayaking, you will see some of the older city structures, like the Spanish Custom House and the Pitot House, both built in the late 1700’s. You might hear and catch a glimpse of the happenings at Fair Grounds Race Course, one of the oldest horse tracks in the United States, as well as the site of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. You will be paddling along side beautiful City Park, which houses centuries-old live oak trees. « less
Attraction type  Boat Tours
Distance  3.0 km from city centre
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Southern Style Tours
Ollie #10 of 65 tours in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 97 reviews
Owner description: We do 3 hour City Tours twice daily. We run everyday rain or shine. Our tours are 9 am and 2 pm. We pick you up from downtown hotels and drop you back...... more » Owner description: We do 3 hour City Tours twice daily. We run everyday rain or shine. Our tours are 9 am and 2 pm. We pick you up from downtown hotels and drop you back off. We cover all the popular tour spots and more. Tours are on brand new comfortable mini buses with large windows for picture taking. We can go where large buses can not. All calls are answered by the owners. David and Jo Ducote « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
Free Tours by Foot
Ollie #11 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Owner description: Free Tours by Foot is pleased to present the only FREE, tip-based tours of New Orleans. These interesting and informative tours will take you through...... more » Owner description: Free Tours by Foot is pleased to present the only FREE, tip-based tours of New Orleans. These interesting and informative tours will take you through many of New Orleans's legendary neighborhoods and cemeteries.It's the Big Easy, the Crescent City, the home of Mardi Gras and a world center for jazz. And behind the suds-soaked streets lies America's most distinct and alluring city. And on every step of our tours, our expert guides - part professors, part performers - will explain why. Always interesting, always intimate. We make history fun for everyone! « less
Attraction type  Walking tours
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Le Monde Creole Tour
Ollie #12 of 65 tours in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
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Tastebud Tours New Orleans - Food Tour
Ollie #13 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Owner description: Experience the diverse tastes of New Orleans, fun, food and famous eateries! Hear about New Orleans history,cultural fun facts and celebrated cuisine....... more » Owner description: Experience the diverse tastes of New Orleans, fun, food and famous eateries! Hear about New Orleans history,cultural fun facts and celebrated cuisine. Enjoy a muffuletta at Serio's ,winners of the Bobby Flay Food Network Throwdown. Savor Jambalaya at the Old Coffee Shop , featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. Indulge in famous Pralines,Gumbo, Po-Boys, Bignets, and other tastebud delights! Gift certificates and Group Events are available. Visit tastebud tours web site. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  11.1 km from city centre
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Tour Treme'
Ollie #14 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Owner description: You can see Treme' from a car or a bus, but you can ONLY Experience It and Feel It, on a Walking Tour with us! Treme' is one of the oldest and most...... more » Owner description: You can see Treme' from a car or a bus, but you can ONLY Experience It and Feel It, on a Walking Tour with us! Treme' is one of the oldest and most Historic neighborhoods in the United States. Originally settled by Creoles and Free Persons of Color, join us for an unforgettable experience. We will take you INSIDE a beautifully restored 1870 Mansion once home to Lu and Charlies Jazz Club. Hear tales of how our jazz greats were inspired. Visit St. Augustine Church and the Tomb of the Unknown Slave. Find out how residents of the Treme' were active in the Civil Rights movement a century ahead of the rest of the nation. Informative, Exciting, Moving! The Treme' is a living , breathing, joyful piece of History! Tours begin at 10am May 1 - 31 and at 1:00 pm November 1 - April 30. Reservations are Required. Your Guide is a Local Historian, a Master Storyteller and fully licensed by the City of New Orleans. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Old New Orleans Rum Distillery
Ollie #15 of 65 tours in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 89 reviews
Owner description: Celebration Distillery, located in the Gentilly area of New Orleans, is the Oldest Premium Rum Distillery in US and the only in Louisiana. Tours...... more » Owner description: Celebration Distillery, located in the Gentilly area of New Orleans, is the Oldest Premium Rum Distillery in US and the only in Louisiana. Tours Times:Monday-Friday at 12pm, 2pm & 4pmSaturdays at 2pm & 4pm. The cost is $10/person. Call to book complimentary transportation from the French Quarter Monday-Friday. « less
Attraction type  Factory Tours; Distilleries
Distance  4.1 km from city centre
Nola Gondola
Ollie #16 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Boat Tours
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New Orleans' Original Cocktail Tour
Ollie #17 of 65 tours in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 114 reviews
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  1.4 km from city centre
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New Orleans Cooking Experience
Ollie #18 of 65 tours in New Orleans
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
A cooking school located in a B&B, staffed by some of the best chefs around. Intimate, fun.
Attraction type  "Classes/Workshops"
Distance  2.3 km from city centre
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Tours by Isabelle
Ollie #19 of 65 tours in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 147 reviews
Owner description: Tours By Isabelle is the oldest locally owned and family run New Orleans tour company, providing first class, small scale, personalized service since...... more » Owner description: Tours By Isabelle is the oldest locally owned and family run New Orleans tour company, providing first class, small scale, personalized service since 1979!Experienced and knowledgeable Driver-Guides on board comfortable, top of the line 13 passenger vans enthusiastically will make you fall in love with Louisiana! « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  10.7 km from city centre
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Mardi Gras World
Ollie #20 of 65 tours in New Orleans
4.5 of 5 stars 204 reviews
Owner description: Mardi Gras World is the most unique attraction in America’s most uniquely attractive city. Come see how Mardi Gras is made and get up close to Mardi...... more » Owner description: Mardi Gras World is the most unique attraction in America’s most uniquely attractive city. Come see how Mardi Gras is made and get up close to Mardi Gras' grandest floats and sculptures. « less
Attraction type  Tours; Speciality Museums
Distance  8.6 km from city centre