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Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise

￥7,070
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Daytime Riverboat Jazz Cruise
Swamp & Bayou Tour with Transportation from New Orleans

New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation

￥5,689
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Alligator Tour with Optional Transportation
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Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans

￥5,201
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Jean Lafitte Swamp & Bayou Boat Tour from New Orleans
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New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

￥4,145
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour

￥3,901
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Voodoo, Ghost, Murder, True Crime and Vampire Tour
Creole Queen Sunday Jazz Brunch

Creole Queen Jazz Brunch

￥7,152
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Creole Queen Jazz Brunch
Audubon Aquarium & Insectarium Ticket

Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium Ticket

￥6,952
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium Ticket
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour

￥5,687
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Historic French Quarter, Voodoo & Cultural Tour
New Orleans Large Airboat Adventure with Transportation

New Orleans Large Airboat Adventure with Optional Transportation

￥9,590
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
New Orleans Large Airboat Adventure with Optional Transportation
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Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 624 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥9,727 per adult
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Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Evening Jazz Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 624 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥9,727 per adult
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Airboat Adventures: Semi-Private Airboat Experience

Airboat Adventures: Semi-Private Airboat Experience

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 63 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥13,780 per adult
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New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost Tour with Interior Visit

New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost Tour with Interior Visit

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 440 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥4,799 per adult
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Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour

Small-Group Manchac Swamp Kayak Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 83 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥14,915 per adult
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What to do in New Orleans

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Bourbon Street

8.4/10 (27,548 reviews)
Bourbon Street pulses with 13 blocks of neon-lit nightlife and historic charm in New Orleans' French Quarter. Experience soulful jazz, savor Creole cuisine, or sip classic cocktails at the Old Absinthe House.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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Faubourg Marigny

Known for its abundant dining options and live music, there's plenty to explore in Faubourg Marigny. Top attractions like Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street Jazz Clubs are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Saint Claude at Elysian Fields Stop or Saint Claude at Pauger Stop to see more of the city.

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Mid-City

Get to know Mid-City and its many features like its gardens and live music. You might want to explore sights like Dreux Monument and Chickie Wah Wah, and you can jump on the metro at Canal at Lopez Stop or Canal at Jeff Davis Stop to get around the city.

Popular day trips from New Orleans

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Slidell

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Chalmette

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Metairie

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Avondale

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Frequently asked questions

Is New Orleans worth visiting?
Whether you're here to discover the local charm and cultural highlights or try regional foods and explore in nature, there's no shortage of things to do in New Orleans.
How do I spend a day in New Orleans?
When you've checked off major attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, spend the rest of your day enjoying the food and retail options in New Orleans.
What is the top tourist attraction in New Orleans?
The top tourist attraction in New Orleans is Bourbon Street, so make sure to add it to your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in New Orleans?
Three days in New Orleans is plenty of time to visit the city's major attractions. Many travelers spend three days on average. Bourbon Street, Canal Street and National World War II Museum are top-rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a while longer to explore nearby hotspots like Kenner.
Is New Orleans a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you'd like to see and do in New Orleans. Several attractions, like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of New Orleans's neighborhoods, New Orleans Central Business District is 0.64 kilometers away from downtown, while French Quarter is 0.97 kilometers away from the center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in New Orleans with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or thrill-loving teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities makes a big difference. Browse our recommendations for what to do in New Orleans with kids.
What to do in New Orleans for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there's no shortage of things to do in New Orleans for adults including Café du Monde and Lakefront Arena.
Are there free things to do in New Orleans?
From visiting parks to wandering around exciting neighborhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in New Orleans. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for some tips. Bourbon Street is a great spot for anyone planning to save on their sightseeing adventures.

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