Best 381 things to do in New Orlean, LA

Meet magnificent mules at a historic stable and explore Marigny's architecture with a knowledgeable guide.

Tour Laura Plantation and follow the roots of blues at Historic Riverlands

See New Orleans’ historic neighborhoods by private car with a local guide

Paddle the historic Manchac Swamp, then tour and lunch at Oak Alley Plantation

Discover mansions, mysteries, and local lore with a guide in the Garden District

See Cash Money Records video locations on a 2.5-hour New Orleans tour

Cruise the Louisiana marsh with an experienced birder to spot and photograph coastal and migratory birds

Follow jazz musicians to 2–3 French Quarter venues on a private, family-friendly walk

Join NOLA ParaCon for a VIP ghost hunt, pop-up classes, and haunted museum access

Learn New Orleans voodoo history in 1 hour 45 minutes (ages 17+)

Cook duck and andouille gumbo, then sit down to the dinner you made

Cook and eat a New Orleans menu with brunch drinks

Visite guidée en français du Faubourg Tremé, au départ du Parc Louis Armstrong

Explore the Vieux Carré on a French guided tour of Louisiana Creole history

Walk the French Quarter and hear stories of Creole Louisiana

Sip included drinks on a 2-hour sunset sail with a small 21+ group

French Quarter Vampire VIP walking tour with speakeasy access

Sip your way through French Quarter cocktail history in a small group

Exchange vows aboard a private sailing yacht with refreshments and crew-captured photos

Watch a 40+ boat fleet race into the sunset from the water

Glide through New Orleans' haunted history after dark

Master cast-iron blackening techniques, then enjoy the Southern dinner you create

Make fried green tomato BLTs and classic New Orleans pralines

A candlelit plantation evening capped by a private Louisiana holiday bonfire