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Private Guided Walking Tour of Bourbon Street

Learn about the rich & diverse history of the world's most famous or "infamous" street. Explore Bourbon street in the morning hours to avoid crowds and distractions.You’ll start at the top near Canal st and end at America’s oldest bar, that has been serving drinks since 1732. Halfway through we’ll stop for Louisiana’s official state doughnut and Big Easy style coffee with chicory, a local favorite. Listen to stories & tales about the city's most famous cocktails and which libation was even a favorite of founding father, Benjamin Franklin. You'll learn about the origins of Bourbon st starting in the 18th century with the royal family of France. As you make your way down the street you’ll hear how the street changed with the influx of sailors in the 40s and the local fame of its burlesque dancers in the 50s and 60s and their involvement with notorious politicians & mobsters of the time. Your local guide will share personal stories & secrets from growing up in the Big Easy.
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Automated Historical Ghost Bus Tour of New Orleans

For those drawn to the dark side of this historic city known for its spiritual connections, horrific tragedies, and mysterious paranormal activity, this unique bus tour will be the highlight of your trip! You will visit locations of the city while exploring the dark history and lore of New Orleans. Find yourself on the verge of historic cemeteries, hear about unexplained phenomena and rituals of veiled purpose, and hear tales of ghosts, witches, vampires, and voodoo. The Ghost Bus Tour is A two-hour bus tour of historically haunted sites in New Orleans. There will be a few stops included in the tour to get out and explore but this is primarily a bus tour. - An automated tour with customized content that is GPS triggered. - An immersive experience with video, special effects, and custom lighting. The Ghost Bus Tour is not: - A ghost hunt (though we do offer the use of a ghost hunting app on tour). - A cemetery tour (we visit one, but don't go inside). - A drinking or bar hopping tour.
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From $54.75
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Craft Beer and Garden District Bike Tour in New Orleans

Did you know New Orleans has a vibrant microbrewery scene? Come taste for yourself! What could be better than a bike ride from one craft beer to the next, interspersed with the sights and stories of the Garden District? Not much, if you ask us. We'll pedal to our first brew at Port Orleans Brewery. Next we'll zig-zag together through the the Irish Channel and the Garden District, stopping in at two more breweries along the route. Between refreshing libations, you'll get to see and hear about some of New Orleans most beautiful neighborhoods. Frosty beers and a bike ride with friends - old and new; it's the best way to get off the beaten path and enjoy this city like a local. 3 craft beers are included in the price. This is an excellent group activity. Please call in advance to schedule groups larger than 10. Adults, ages 21 and over only
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From $75
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New Orleans Pestilence, Pandemic and Plague Tour

Infectious outbreaks have plagued New Orleans for centuries, and if you're a bit curious about the strange history of our city, you'll want to look no further than our relationship with disease. We'll take you on a historic and strange tour of the squalid conditions of mass disease that New Orleans has encountered. As well, we'll tell inspiring tales of coping with filthy and foul conditions. Walk with us to uncover how epidemics such as Yellow Fever, Cholera, and more have infected our inhabitants and how our resilient city recovered. We'll talk about odd medical practices of long ago, including how voodoo and religion played a part in trying to contain the "uncontainable." Included in the tour is a walk through the French Quarter to see where it all went down.
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New Orleans Creole Odyssey Small-Group Bike Tour

Explore historic New Orleans on this 3-hour small group bike tour through the city to the bayous. Follow your guide as they paint you a picture of a colorful past and vibrant culture of the city. Leisurely ride down the tree lined streets through history as you learn of the settlers who founded this unique port city.
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The Original 'Creole and Crescent' Bike Tour

Established in 2011 as the first legitimate New Orleans bike tour company that wasn't run from a living room sofa. -> 13 Years in Business -> 3,000+ 5-star reviews across multiple platforms -> Original Owner -> Original Guides -> Original Tours -> What more could you want from a tour company? Who else is better qualified to show you New Orleans than the people whose family, in 1696, cut their way through a mosquito infested swamp in order to establish what would become the world famous City of New Orleans? Both versions of our 'Creole' tour (pedal & electric) showcase the original settlement of New Orleans - from the French Quarter, down Esplanade Ave. to city park, and back again to the French Quarter through the neighborhoods of Bayou St. John and Treme. Choose FreeWheelin' for the most: -> authentic -> informative -> and entertaining Bike Tours of New Orleans mon ami. Don't deliberate, this is the tour that you need to do, visit our website for the easiest booking experience.
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From $52
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New Orleans Ghost Adventure with Real Paranormal Equipment

This tour provides in depth look into the paranormal activity that takes place in Americas most haunted city. Visit the top haunted locations in New Orleans during this investigation. This tour includes the history behind the locations, ghost stories, the background on NOLA Vampires and learn about New Orleans Voodoo. A real EMF meter - ghost/paranormal detector will be used during this tour. Guests will be allowed to stop in bars along the tour route to grab a to go drink and then the tour group heads out to the next location. During this investigation investigators and guests will be visiting many locations covering the 78 blocks that the French Quarter is made of. Guests should keep in mind that the French Quarter is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the United States. No entry will be gained into any private locations. Narrations and investigation takes place on the sidewalks outside each location. No entry into private homes will take away from the experience!
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Haunted New Orleans Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

Join your costumed tour guide in the historic French Quarter for a journey through one of the most famous locations in history. This combination ghost tour and pub crawl will take you past some of the oldest buildings in the south. Each one with its own dark tale lurking behind the shutters. You’ll hear tales of war, murder, and voodoo; of legend and lore; of the bloody nightmares that are buried beneath the incredible French and Spanish architecture. With liquid courage in hand, we will spend two hours exploring the French Quarter and learning the intimate details of the city’s eternal residents. *Tour route and drink stops are subject to availability. *All guests must be 21+ with Valid ID. Alcohol is not included.
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From $35.68
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New Orleans Heart of the City Small-Group Bike Tour

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
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Cemetery Tour New Orleans

New Orleans cemeteries are unique in the “recycling and rotation” of our loved ones in our family tombs. Room for 2 coffins doesn’t stop us from burying hundreds in that same spot. On our cemetery tour we will show you around one of our most famous "Cities of the Dead". We invite you to come along with us and visit our family tombs as we tell you about our burials, funerals and the stories of those entombed. We keep the light on for our ancestors by telling their stories. Your guide will be a New Orleanian that has ancestors buried in the cemetery you visit. Come with us on this 90 minute visitation. Walk among the dead and leave feeling more alive than ever.
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Ghosts of the French Quarter Walking Tour in New Orleans

We have over 300 years of death in our European city on American soil. There are many sorted reasons for the extreme high number of dearly departed. The souls that once lived here love communicating their stories to those who are willing to listen. On our Ghost tour you will hear about the actual events and captivating stories that reveal the details behind New Orleans history and hauntings. We will intrigue you with the colorful histories of those who chose to call New Orleans home and left us with their eerie stories and dark secrets. Walk with us among the shadows of their legends, down the uneven streets dimly lit by gas lights. Have your cameras ready. You never know what spirit might want to say hello.
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French Quarter Walking Tour With 1850 House Museum Admission

This French Quarter walking tour is conducted by city licensed guides and emphasize the history, architecture, and folklore of this fascinating city. Tour and store proceeds benefit Friends of the Cabildo, a non-profit volunteer group to provide support for the Louisiana State Museum. Purchasing a walking tour ticket also gets you admission to the 1850 House Museum, above the store, that shows what life was like in a typical Pontalba Apartment in the 1850s. Restroom is provided for walking tour guests as well.
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Culinary Crossroads: A Triple Cuisine Food Tour

Culinary Crossroads: A Triple Cuisine Food Tour” is a gastronomic adventure that takes you through the heart of New Orleans’ most famous neighborhood, exploring its rich culinary heritage. Start your journey in the bustling French Quarter, where the fusion of French, African, and American cultures has created a unique and flavorful cuisine. Wander through the historic streets, tasting classic New Orleans dishes that tell the story of the city’s diverse influences and traditions. Next, head to the French Market Place, a culinary hotspot known for its array of local food vendors, fresh produce, and artisanal goods. Here, you can savor a variety of dishes, from fresh seafood to Creole specialties, exploring the different layers of flavors that make New Orleans’ cuisine so distinctive. This food tour is not just about tasting; it’s an immersive experience that offers insights into the history and culture behind each dish, making it a must-do for food lovers and culinary enthusiasts.
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New Orleans Homes of the Rich and Famous Tour of the Garden District

Join us for this 2-hour walking tour of New Orleans Historic Garden District - home to New Orleans Rich & Famous. Our original Garden District walking tour combines history, architecture, unique plant life, celebrity homes, movie & TV sites, and local legends (and maybe a ghost or 2) in what was the American sector of our city. We are the original walking tour company in New Orleans with over 26 years of presenting the history and culture of this unique section of our city. This elegant neighborhood was built in the 1800s to rival the beauty and splendor of the French Quarter. It is no wonder that this scenic neighborhood has become the backdrop for many movies and television productions. See the homes of the rich and famous, including the former homes of Anne Rice, John Goodman, and Nicholas Cage, to name a few. Hear the latest celebrity gossip and scandals. Don't be surprised if you walk upon an ongoing filming of popular TV show or movie.
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Audio-Guided Whitney Plantation Tour with Transportation

Come explore the Louisiana Whitney Plantation and gain a unique perspective on history! This 5-hour tour brings you through one of the oldest plantation sites in Louisiana and provides insight into the lives of slaves and the troubles they faced. This is an educational experience that will stay with you for years to come. Hear about first-hand accounts from those who lived and worked on the plantation, giving you an in-depth look into this important part of American history. As you tour the grounds, you will learn more about what life was like for slaves during that era – their work, their hardships, and their hopes for freedom – as well as how experts are working today to preserve these stories forever. Please note: this tour is not a guided tour of the Whitney plantation. The Whitney Plantation provides a MP3 so all guests can walk through the plantation and learn about the history of the plantation on their own time and at their own pace.
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