Things to do in New Orleans

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Most popular experiences in New Orleans

Shows & concerts

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Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
4.2 out of 5 with 961 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,043 per adult
Evening Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Attractions

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Go City: New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Activity duration is 1 day
3.7 out of 5 with 53 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,094 per adult
Go City: New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Wildlife & nature

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Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
4.6 out of 5 with 131 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,860 per adult
Oak Alley Plantation & Swamp Tour from New Orleans

Classes & workshops

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New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

Activity duration is 2 hours
4.8 out of 5 with 36 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,324 per adult
New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

Private & custom tours

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Airboat Adventures: Semi-Private Airboat Experience

Airboat Adventures: Semi-Private Airboat Experience

Activity duration is 2 hours
4.8 out of 5 with 49 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,924 per adult
Airboat Adventures: Semi-Private Airboat Experience

Popular places to visit

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Bourbon Street

The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.

Bourbon Street
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Canal Street

Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.

Canal Street
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Port of New Orleans

Explore the waterfront in New Orleans with a trip to Port of New Orleans. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Port of New Orleans
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Caesars Superdome

Catch an event at Caesars Superdome during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

Caesars Superdome
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Tulane University

Explore the campus of Tulane University, during your trip to New Orleans. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

Tulane University
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National World War II Museum

A rare collection of artefacts, memorabilia and documents piece together the story of America’s involvement in the Second World War.

National World War II Museum
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Jackson Square

Chill out Southern-style in this freewheeling park with a fascinating past.

Jackson Square
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Audubon Aquarium

Interesting hands-on learning experiences are just one part of this wonderfully well-equipped aquarium, home to around 15,000 different fascinating creatures.

Audubon Aquarium
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Café du Monde

During your visit to New Orleans, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Café du Monde. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Café du Monde

Areas of New Orleans

French Quarter which includes street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

French Quarter

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.

French Quarter
Canal Street showing a city and street scenes

New Orleans Central Business District

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.

New Orleans Central Business District
Garden District featuring flowers, a house and a garden

Garden District

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or New Orleans Fire Museum Fire Station while you're exploring the area.

Garden District
St Louis Cemetery

Mid-City District

While you're in Mid-City District, take in top sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Mahalia Jackson Theater, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.

Mid-City District
National World War II Museum which includes a city, street scenes and a bridge

Arts/Warehouse District

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. You can visit top attractions like National World War II Museum and Lafayette Square, and jump on the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.

Arts/Warehouse District
Mardi Gras World showing art and interior views as well as an individual femail

Lower Garden District

Lower Garden District is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Port of New Orleans and Magazine Street. See more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop.

Lower Garden District
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Kenner

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