Top Experiences in Mississippi River

Join us on an unforgettable New Orleans history tour, led by descendants of those who lived the rich and complex history.

Founded in 1718 by a courageous teenager, La Nouvelle Orleans has been a pioneer, celebrated and notorious, for centuries.

With us, you'll learn about:

*Creation of Jazz: The soul of music
*Mardi Gras Parades: Cultural festivities
*New Orleans Firsts: From Cocktails to Cuisine
*Legalized Prostitution: A provocative past
*Natural Challenges: The battle with hurricanes and floods

We delve beyond the headlines, into the heart of New Orleans, revealing stories that go far beyond the surface. The full history is vast, filled with triumphs and trials that continue to fascinate.

Don't miss the chance to experience this heritage from those who inherited the legacy.

Book now for a vibrant, authentic, and exclusive exploration of the most spirited city in America. Let the stories come alive!

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This two-hour walking tour, led by a highly trained historian tour guide, is an essential immersion into New Orleans culture. Major stops and content include: History of Voodoo, Jackson Square, Armstrong Park, Congo Square, Voodoo Cultural site or establishment. This tour branches beyond New Orleans' colonial history, delving into the continued development of New Orleans culture into the 19th and 20th century. Learn about the development of Voodoo and its practitioners’ blending of African tribal spirituality, Catholicism, and magical beliefs as you stroll the city’s oldest neighborhood, the French Quarter.

SEMI-PRIVATE EXPERIENCE

New Orleans is so much more than nightlife!

Join us for this French Quarter tour showcasing its historic sights, sounds…and amazing food smells! On this walking tour, we will discuss interesting history, admire the beautiful architecture, provide insight to Creole cuisine, and divulge movie filming locations. We may even sneak a peek into some of the beautiful Creole courtyards!

Perfect as a French Quarter orientation or for those looking to enrich their New Orleans stay.

You’ll also learn about some of the best New Orleans restaurants and the city’s most famous dishes…and where to get them!

Plus, in this small group of just 9 people (max!), you will have the opportunity to get personalized recommendations from your guide on where to go and what to do during the rest of your stay, specific to your interests!

We couldn't decide if we loved ghost stories or true crime stories more, so we decided to do them both!

You can almost feel the history (and the spirits) as you walk through this 300 year old neighborhood and former Native American gathering place on the Mississippi River.

THIS is the sacred ground where centuries of unforgettable, intense characters have lived, loved, fought, celebrated, made music, and taken their last breaths. Energy like that does not fade away; in fact, it intensifies when we tell their stories as we walk through their streets.
We will share with you the stories of hauntings, murders, rituals, restless spirits, mischievous ghosts, and some things we just can't explain. Even skeptics love this tour, because everyone loves a good story!

The tour is 1.5 - 2 hours and covers about a mile in the world-famous French Quarter. Come after dinner and end in time for a night out on the town!

With the New Orleans Select Pass explore the highlights of The Big Easy from top to bottom with these key experiences.
City Sightseeing One-day Hop on Hop off Bus Tour is New Orleans’ most flexible and fun sightseeing city tour aboard classic red double-decker open top buses with live guided commentary. The route includes stops at all New Orleans’ top attractions, shops and restaurants with discounts and deals all along the way!
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historical Cruise includes the founding of the city by the LeMoyne brothers, the expansion of the city into the “French Quarters” of the Treme and Marigny, the Louisiana Purchase, and the critical Battle of New Orleans.
On French Quarter Walking Experience, marvel at the history and architecture of America’s most fascinating neighborhood. This Walking Experience (complete distance less than 1 mile) includes Jackson Square, the St. Louis Cathedral, Pirates Alley and a classic French Quarter Courtyard.

It's the wild, hilarious history of New Orleans, pulling no punches! Share a local's love for 300 years of our city's history -- secrets, scandals, and all -- and learn the stories of those famous locales you've always read about.

Hear about the Chitimacha tribe that inhabited the area, insane life in the early French & Spanish colonies, all the way to the jazz age, and the birthplace of modern music! We go beyond just names and dates, to bring you the strange characters who made New Orleans, and their stories, in a way you'll never forget. Take a piece of New Orleans history home with you!

See the bright lights of New Orleans at night on a 30 or 45 minute sightseeing flight! While listening to commentary from the pilot, relax in a small sightseeing plane that seats a maximum of four passengers. Gaze down at illuminated city attractions such as the Port of New Orleans, Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Mississippi River and more, and admire nighttime views of the French Quarter. If there is a sight that you particularly want to see, simply let the pilot know! The itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to the sights that the group want to see.

Have a ball in The Big Easy and let the Sightseeing Day Pass be your key to the rich cultural gumbo pot that is New Orleans. Keep the good times rolling with access to over 20 of the care-free city’s attractions, including convenient Hop-On/Hop-Off bus tours that swing through Dixieland’s landmark quarters. Savor authentic opulence of the rich French-Creole blend of flavor, then party on with NOLA’s classic ‘laissez faire,’ jazzy nightlife.

Tailor your trip to New Orleans to fit your ideal itinerary with an easy-to-use Sightseeing Day Pass. Select a 1, 2, 3, or 5 Day Pass, and enjoy full admission to the attractions that interest you most, saving over 50% and no fixed start date. A perfect choice for first time visitors with an open itinerary and active travelers looking to explore all of NOLA. Explore the crown jewel of Louisiana, and enjoy the colorful Quarters of New Orleans, including Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, the French Market.

Board your riverboat to the delightful tunes of the Steam Calliope. Experience the sights and sounds of river life that enchanted characters of history and literature - like Mark Twain's Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer - and see the bustling activity of America's second-largest port!

Lunch option available Monday - Saturday.
Brunch option available Sunday only.

The boat boards at 11:00am and 2:00pm and departs promptly at 11:30am and 2:30pm. We recommend arriving 15 minutes prior to boarding.

This tour begins with a ride to the famous French Quarter, boasting nearly 300 years of history. Your fully licensed tour guide will take you to popular highlights in "the Quarter" and the Treme, including Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, Congo Square, along with some lesser-known gems, all while telling you fascinating stories about your surroundings.

We then pedal to the charming oak-lined Garden District, stopping to admire the lavish historic homes of New Orleans, and talk about some of their most famous occupants. History, architecture, celebrities; this neighborhood has it all!

Tour length: Approximately 9 mi.

Paved Paradise Tours is a small, owner-operated company that provides a truly local perspective. When you ride with us you are riding with one of the owners, ensuring that your experience is of the highest quality. See the city through the eyes of someone who loves what they do, loves the City of New Orleans, and wants you to love it too.

We will be touring all around the Historic French Quarter and 2 historic surrounding neighborhoods of the Marigny and Treme.

We will talk about the rich cultures, people and traditions of these neighborhoods that date back to the 1700's. From our beginnings as a Native American trading post to a raughty French penal colony to the rich African culture of music and Mardi Gras revelry, we will cover it all!

300 years of Creole history from a 6th generation New Orleanian!

We start at the Mississippi river and take our time strolling through the French Quarter and chronologically move from the Quarter to the Treme and Marigny.

Stops such as Jackson square, Congo square, St. Augustine Church and Frenchmen street and on to the French Market.

Mid tour we will grab a bite to eat at a local restaurant and continue on to the most historically significant stops in the French quarter and surrounding neighborhoods.

With seven generations growing up in New Orleans my family has deep roots in the French quarter and the Garden District. As a child going to Audubon Montessori I rode the Saint Charles street car everyday and later went to Loyola University during Katrina. We will be touring through very familiar territory :-) please take your tours from locals it makes such a big difference!

Come with us in this unique French Quarter walking tour. There's no better way to experience the rich culture of New Orleans than booking a tour with us, where you'll see everything!

For over 18 years, we've offered visitors the most unforgettable, unique tours of New Orleans by teaming up with local guides who live and breathe New Orleans.

Our friendly, professional, and passionate local guides can tell you anything and everything you want to know about New Orleans' colourful past history or current events. Just ask anyone who's been on one of our tours!

Whether you want to eat and drink your way through Bourbon Street or hear a spine-tingling tale from the French Quarter, we have something for you! Book your tour today!

Explore the haunted side of New Orleans with this two-hour ghost tour led by a local historian. Learn about real ghost stories at haunted locations throughout the French Quarter which have been verified by historical research done at each property; this is not about theatrics. This is the only historically accurate tour.

Please arrive by 5:30pm for early boarding. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by a ship staff member to take you onboard. Start the night off with a complimentary Champagne cocktail and get front row access to the Dukes of Dixieland before dining. After enjoying the tunes and maybe a little dancing, settle into your reserved table in the dining room for a dinner buffet featuring local favorites. If you are looking for a little more, upgrade your cruise to include an open call brand bar. After dinner, take a tour of the vessel led by the first mate. Don’t miss this opportunity to cruise through New Orleans in style on an exclusive VIP cruise that can’t be booked anywhere else!

Your tour guide grew up on the back deck of her father's shrimp boat in Cajun Louisiana, has taught history for 32 years, and is a resident of the French Quarter. She brings a wealth of historical background and a passion for her city to this information-packed tour. So put on your walking shoes and get ready to learn about what makes the French Quarter the most unique neighborhood in the country!

On this Sunday brunch cruise, travel along the Mississippi River while enjoying live jazz music and savoring a lovely buffet brunch, if option selected. Otherwise, sit inside in one of our elegantly appointed decks or sit outside on one of our outdoor decks and enjoy the sites and breezes of the Mississippi River. This authentic paddle-wheel riverboat will whisk you away to the romance and ambiance of yesteryear. Don't forget your camera, as you'll see amazing panoramas of the New Orleans skyline!

Cruise into a brilliant and romantic sunset aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen! Underneath enchanting skyline views enjoy the lively sounds from Sullivan Dabney, Jr. and the Muzik Jazz band while delighting your taste buds with a deliciously prepared Creole-styled meal (if option is chosen). Grab one or two classic New Orleans cocktails inside at the bar, then take a stroll outside along elegantly designed wrought iron trimmed railings for a night full of stars and warm banter. Become part of the city's unique energy and let the sweet Mississippi River breeze sweep you off your senses onto the dance floor atop our promenade deck for a night full of pure New Orleans magic. 

Learn about the unique French and Spanish architecture of New Orleans as well as the history of the French Quarter.

This tour of New Orleans' oldest and most vibrant neighborhood has history, culture, architecture, and all the great stories that help you really understand what this city is all about! We keep our group size at 12 or fewer guests to make in a fun, personal experience.

- Helicopter tour of New Orleans
- Two different tour options available ranging in length from 7 to 22 minutes.
- Beautiful sights of the French Quarter, Bourbon Street, and the Bywater.
- Gorgeous views of the Mississippi River, Jackson Square and the St. Louis Cathedral.

Combine aerial views of New Orleans with champagne and chocolate or with wine and cheese on this romantic VIP sightseeing flight! The 30 or 45 minute flight includes one full bottle of Champagne with a gourmet chocolate bar or a full bottle of wine with artisan cheese and crackers. Glide above the French Quarter and Central Business District, and see top New Orleans attractions such as Mercedes-Benz Superdome and the bayous around the Mississippi River. If there’s something that you would like to see instead, simply let the pilot know; the route is flexible and can be tailored to your preference. With a maximum of three passengers permitted, this is a great outing for couples or friends alike.

This is a tour for the beer and meat lovers (wine options available)! Visit two microbreweries and a German biergarten. The Bywater arts and food scene are the main draw to this hip neighborhood's revitalization post-Katrina. This tour offers a unique look into the new, innovative direction of the local cuisine, including Vietnamese and German fusion, cool street art and you'll also visit the site that launched a historic Supreme Court civil rights case. Eat and drink you way through this bohemian neighborhood while taking in historic sites, street art and colorful architecture.

• Tour is all weather, so wear comfy walking shoes!
• Stops are kid-friendly, recommended for ages 11+
• Many dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated if mentioned in advance
• Learn about New Orleans from a native

Learn how to fly a plane in New Orleans on an exhilarating 50-minute flying lesson that includes sights of the mighty Mississippi River, the historical French Quarter and Mercedes-Benz Superdome! The must-do experience includes 20 minutes of pre-flight ground instruction, followed by 30 minutes in the air under the watchful eye of the pilot — an instructor certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Help control the plane during takeoff and landing, and enjoy your airborne time to take control and maneuver the plane through the skies! No license or prior experience is necessary.

Join us on this guided tour through the most unique city in America, in the best possible way to explore it...on a bicycle. The Heart of the City is a 3 hour exploration of the 5 most historic neighborhoods of New Orleans. The trek will shed light on New Orleans' traditions and heritage. As you are guided through town and into the St. Roch Cemetery, you will learn about the city's colorful past and vibrant culture. A native New Orleanian will take you on an exploration of the historic core of the city.

Group Maximum 10 travelers

In antebellum New Orleans, the Creole French Quarter gave birth to the Creole Culture that still exist to this day. From the dawn of the Louisiana Colony to the historic Orleans Ballroom and beyond, the contributions of the Creoles are world renown. Join us for an exclusive journey into the history of a people, a city, a culture, and the traditions that contributed to every aspect of the development of what became known as the city of New Orleans.

Savor the beauty and romance of the New Orleans skyline aboard the Dinner Jazz Cruise. Enjoy the Dukes of Dixieland jazz band and a narration provided by our captain while cruising the Mighty Mississippi River.

There are two seating times for dinner, so please make sure to check availability of both if one is not available. The 1st dinner seating is from 6-7:15pm and the 2nd is from 7:45-9pm. Groups must be booked as one reservation in order to be seated together for dinner.

The Steamboat NATCHEZ is taking some time off, but her sister vessel, the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will be taking her place. You’ll get the same authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi, enjoying traditional live jazz, craft cocktails, and all the beautiful New Orleans sites, while also exploring the newly renovated riverboat. Make sure you check out all four decks - the top deck view is a sight to see! Upgrade your ticket to include the dinner buffet.

Soar above New Orleans on a 30 or 45 minute sightseeing flight, and enjoy aerial views of the southern city's showstopping sights! While aboard the small sightseeing plane, listen to city tales from the pilot and look out over famous New Orleans neighborhoods such as the French Quarter. The itinerary can be tailored to the sights that the group want to see, but typically flights include views of the impressive Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Port of New Orleans and Mississippi River.