This post provides details about the Pirates Alley in New Orleans and why it is one of the most notable sites in this historic city. History of Pirate's Alley There may be no more fabled location in New Orleans than Pirate’s Alley. New Orleanians like to tell a tale, but we don’t know if all […]
This post covers the best night cemetery tours you can take in New Orleans. We include tips about what to expect, how much it costs, and other important details to keep in mind. Overview There are a few cemetery tours in New Orleans that take place after dark, but it’s actually a somewhat uncommon activity […]
This post provides details about the voodoo shops in New Orleans. We include information about the differences and similarities between various locations and tips on what you can get at these stores. What is a Voodoo Shop? New Orleans has always had a very close relationship with voodoo, and even today there are a lot […]
This post is about visiting Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World in New Orleans, a working float studio where you'll see historic floats, costumes, and decorations from past Mardi Gras festivals. Disclosure: While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may receive a small share of sales through some of the links below at no cost to you. […]
This post answers some frequently answered questions (FAQs) about Mardi Gras in New Orleans as well as Carnival Season in general, updated for 2023. You can also find videos and links to further content to help you plan your time in New Orleans for this uniquely New Orleans festive season. One thing to get clear, […]
This post is about the many New Orleans Mardi Gras Parades, the krewes and dance troupes that participate in them and helping you find a parade that is right for you. All About Krewes Dance Troupes Find a Parade Tips Mardi Gras for Beginners What is a Carnival Krewe? A krewe - pronounced like “crew” […]
This post provides a simple itinerary to help you experience as much of New Orleans as possible in just one day, including tips about how to prepare for a day of sightseeing in the Big Easy. 1-Day Itinerary Tips for the Trip Neighborhood Guides New Orleans Self-Guided Tours Things to Do in New Orleans 1-Day […]
New Orleans is synonymous with Voodoo and when you think of Voodoo, you think of Marie Laveau. The so-called Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveau is arguably the most famous person to be associated with that religion and yet we know very little about her. Related Post: New Orleans Voodoo Explained Marie Laveau was born in September […]
This post covers some of the best New Orleans souvenirs, as well as tips and tricks to help you save both time and money. Shopping can be a very entertaining part of any travel excursion. Having such a unique culture, New Orleans makes shopping a priority. Traditional New Orleans Souvenirs 1. Masks Carnival Season can be […]
This post provides details for our daily, guided walking tours of the Garden District as well as our self-guided GPS-enabled audio tour and other options. It also covers things to do, how to get here, what to see, restaurants, bars, and shopping. TOUR DESCRIPTION The Garden District, or 'Lafayette City', as it was once known, […]
This post provides details for our daily, guided walking tour of the French Quarter. We also include information on our self-guided GPS-enabled audio tour and our other tours in the Quarter. WALKING TOUR OF THE FRENCH QUARTER Famous for its beads and beers on Bourbon Street, the reality of the Vieux Carre far surpasses its […]
This post covers several fun things to see and do for Halloween in New Orleans. Most of these events and activities take place annually. Sightseeing Tours There are several tours available in New Orleans that cover the haunted and often creepy history of the city. We actually offer several pay-what-you-want tours you might want to […]
A lot of people worry about how safe it is to visit New Orleans, and while this is a generally valid concern, they are often a bit overblown. This post will cover some of the most common questions visitors have when coming to New Orleans and provide 6 tips for staying safe during your visit. […]
Not sure what tour to take? Check out the quick summary of our tours. If you don’t see a tour on our schedule that fits yours, let us know. We offer private tours as well. Check our our Self-Guided Walking Tours. Figuring out what tour to take can be a hard choice! We offer a […]
This post will help you plan a fun trip to the Audubon Aquarium, including how to get here, the best times to visit, aquatic life on display, and describe the exhibitions. Let's dive in!
This post covers each of the airport transfers available in New Orleans. We include details about taxis, rideshares, public transportation, private shuttles, and more. Let's get moving! Taxi/Uber/Lyft Shared Shuttles Public Shuttle Bus Private Shuttles Car Rentals How to Find Cafe du Monde Things to Do in New Orleans Taxi or Uber/Lyft This is probably […]
