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New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option

Fall head over heels for the French Quarter, one delicious bite at a time! What pops your cork more than gumbo, oysters, and 300 years of history? This half day food tour -where flavor meets legacy and how we roll in New Orleans! Your passionate, knowledgeable guide leads you into the heart of the Quarter for tastings that read like a love letter to Creole and Cajun cooking. Including: -Rich trad…

4.8(6,846)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 6846 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £64.21 per person

New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class with Meal

Take an entertaining and informative cooking class at the New Orleans School of Cooking! Located in a renovated molasses warehouse built in the early 1800s, this cooking class brings you to the heart of New Orleans’ French Quarter. Learn the basics of Louisiana cooking from professional chefs and learn how to make classic New Orleans specialties such as gumbo, jambalaya and pralines. Enjoy the fi…

4.9(3,225)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3225 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £33.99 per person

New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option

Welcome aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ or Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS! PLEASE make sure you choose your vessel carefully at check out. Ready for the ultimate New Orleans night out? Step aboard a classic riverboat for a dinner jazz cruise on the mighty Mississippi River — one of the most iconic things to do in New Orleans! Hear stories of the Big Easy's rich history, sit back, relax and enjoy the…

4.1(8,267)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 8267 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £43.81 per person

New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise

Board your riverboat to the delightful tunes of the Steam Calliope. Experience the sights and sounds of river life that enchanted characters of history and literature - like Mark Twain's Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer - and see the bustling activity of America's second-largest port! This authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi, features traditional live…

4.3(6,180)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 6180 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £32.86 per person

New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

This New Orleans food tour has every culinary taste covered. With a history-savvy guide leading the way, you’ll walk from classic Creole restaurants and neighborhood sandwich shops to hot sauce bars and artisanal candy stores. Visit up to five locations to sample diverse foods representing the breadth of Louisiana’s culinary heritage, including dishes like seafood gumbo, po-boys, muffulettas and…

4.9(1,712)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1712 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £64.21 per person

French Quarter Food Tour: 5 Classic Bites and NOLA Stories

Dig into the rich and varied flavors that make New Orleans one of the USA’s top foodie destinations. From the most famous local haunts to some delectable hidden gems, you’ll leave with not only a full stomach and a smile, but a greater understanding of how New Orleans food, culture and history all go hand-in-hand.

4.9(1,550)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1550 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £61.26 per person

Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans

Warning! This tour is only for the brave! NOLA Ghost Riders provides the original and finest night-time cemetery tour. This experience gives guests the opportunity to learn about our unique above ground burial procedures and storied past by venturing into actual graveyards after dark. Many have left this experience feeling haunted, or even captured photographs which can only be described as paran…

4.5(2,889)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2889 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £33.99 per person

New Orleans Hands-On Cooking Class with Meal

Learn how to cook an authentic Louisiana meal in this 3-Hour New Orleans cooking class. An expert chef will guide you and a group of, at most, 10 people through various recipes. Wine and beer are included in the price, and you can take your recipe and apron home with you after the class. Choose from multiple times and meals upon booking.

4.9(1,347)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1347 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £126.90 per person

Haunted Pub Crawl in New Orleans

Explore the intoxicatingly haunted side of the New Orleans French Quarter with this two hour Haunted Pub Crawl led by a licensed guide. Learn about real haunted ghost stories at haunted locations throughout the French Quarter which have been verified by historical research done at each property. This tour is all about fun and we make sure to stop by the best haunted bar locations in the city. You…

4.5(2,227)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2227 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £22.36 per person

New Orleans Sweet Treats Food Tour: Beignets, Donuts, & Much More

Recently voted one of TripAdvisor's top food tours in the US. Most people are familiar with Bourbon Street and the French Quarter, but many people don’t know Magazine Street, where our tour takes place and has a rich history around food, art, culture and nightlife. We’ll visit 4 different shops - trying donuts and beignets all along the way. Starting with traditional beignets with powdered sugar…

4.9(1,079)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1079 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £52.88 per person

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise

Join us for the only Riverboat in New Orleans with an excursion! Take a 2 hour, 30 minute cruise down the great Mississippi River aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen. Enjoy a narrated tour with a licensed historian describing 300-years of New Orleans history; from the founding of the city by the LeMoyne Brothers to the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. During your cruise the vessel will dock at Cha…

4.4(2,110)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2110 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £35.50 per person

New Orleans Cocktail and Food History Tour

Combining the history of Louisiana cuisine and New Orleans-style cocktails, this event is a feast for the senses! Along with your guide you will visit up 6 locations: award-winning seafood restaurants, James Beard-nominated craft cocktail lounges, Creole restaurants, artisanal candy stores and more. Once inside you’ll sample up to 6 or more different dishes that represent the modern expressions o…

4.9(871)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 871 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £120.86 per person

Pub Crawl: New Orleans Lewd Spirits Haunted Tour with Bar Stops

Discover debauchery during this 2-hour small-group haunted tour, which will cover topics such as adultery, prostitutes, and twisted doctors. Your guide will entertain you with treacherous and spooky stories as you walk from a variety of locations such as The Creole Cookery and May Baily's. Calm your nerves with some liquid courage as this tour combines spirits with spirits at 3 different bars. Th…

4.8(915)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 915 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £27.95 per person

VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

Please arrive by 5:30pm for early boarding. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by a ship staff member to take you onboard. Start the night off with a complimentary Champagne cocktail and get front row access to the Dukes of Dixieland before dining. After enjoying the tunes and maybe a little dancing, settle into your reserved table in the dining room for a dinner buffet featuring local favorites. If…

4.8(911)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 911 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £143.90 per person

New Orleans Cocktail History Walking Tour in the French Quarter

Savor tasty cocktails in the French Quarter of New Orleans on a walking tour with an expert local guide. Visit hidden gems enjoyed by locals for centuries, learning from your fun and knowledgeable guide about the historic venues you see and legendary cocktails you sip. Discover the origins of the Daiquiri, learn the truth about absinthe, and sample a Sazerac concocted from a 19th-century recipe.…

4.9(627)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 627 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £71.76 per person

French Quarter Walking Food Tour: Signature Tastes of New Orleans

Experience the oldest food tour in New Orleans with over 5000 5-star reviews! We are a family and veteran owned business. We have your table reserved, unlike other companies that serve you standing up on the side walk. We never cancel a tour because of low bookings - we value your vacation and time. Eat your way through the French Quarter on this 3-hour New Orleans food tour. Taste classic dishes…

4.8(712)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 712 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £60.43 per person

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans

Cruise into a brilliant and romantic sunset aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen! Underneath enchanting skyline views enjoy the lively sounds from Sullivan Dabney, Jr. and the Muzik Jazz band while delighting your taste buds with a deliciously prepared Creole-styled meal (if option is chosen). Grab one or two classic New Orleans cocktails inside at the bar, then take a stroll outside along elega…

4.2(1,638)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1638 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £45.32 per person

French Quarter Small-Group Cocktail and Foodie Crawl

New Orleans doesn't just serve food and cocktails—it serves legend. Come taste the difference. Join Destination Kitchen Tours, New Orleans' top-rated food & cocktail walking tour, for 3 unforgettable hours through the French Quarter. This small-group, bespoke experience pairs signature cocktails with authentic local tastings, led by a passionate guide who knows the neighborhood's best kitchens, h…

4.8(575)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 575 reviews2 h 45 minFree cancellation

From £120.10 per person

Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans

Get ready to PARTY!! This Premium 3-hour tour INCLUDES 2 DRINKS, and will take you beyond Bourbon Street to the music clubs, and cocktail bars of Frenchmen Street, the live music capital of New Orleans. Frenchmen Street has been featured in many films and shows such HBO's Treme, The Simpsons, and the hit movie Girl's Trip. Drake also shot a large portion of his video for 'In My Feelings' on Frenc…

4.7(705)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 705 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £45.70 per person

New Orleans Original Craft Cocktail Walking Tour

Enjoy French Quarter courtyards, classic cocktails, and entertaining history! Did you know that the word “cocktail” originated in New Orleans? In a city that fosters creativity and breathes inspiration, it’s no wonder the history is so closely entwined with a culinary culture. On this small group tour you’ll drink in the rich history of the city as you explore the French Quarter, where the hour i…

4.6(684)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 684 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £21.15 per person

Hands-on Cajun Roux Cooking Class in New Orleans

The Mardi Gras School of Cooking does small, intimate hands-on classes in the French Quarter. Classes are more like a dinner party with friends. Feel welcomed into our kitchens by the Chefs themselves. From the moment you arrive until you roll out the door our Chefs are friendly, personable and entertaining. Not to mention their culinary skills are impeccable. Our minimum class size is 2 people.…

5.0(410)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 410 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £123.77 per person

Jazz Brunch Cruise in New Orleans

Welcome aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ or Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS! Our scenic and lively New Orleans jazz brunch cruise features authentic Creole cuisine and a full bar with handcrafted cocktails available for purchase. Enjoy the soulful sounds of live jazz by the Steamboat Stompers while taking in breathtaking views of the Mississippi River and the New Orleans riverfront. Cruise along the Mi…

4.2(945)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 945 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £32.86 per person

Ghost Tour and Haunted Pub Crawl Party with Free Shot

Join the ultimate Ghost Tour & Haunted Pub Crawl Party—chilling tales, real haunted bars, and free shots! Drink, scream, and laugh your way through New Orleans’ spooky, boozy nightlife adventure! Itinerary: Meet and Mingle with Drink Specials- Head into the Bar Rambler for Drink Specials, and host will give you a FREE SHOT as spirits roam the bar. Begin the tales of NOLA’s darkest history. Visit…

4.9(345)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 345 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £15.79 per person

Court of Two Sisters Live Jazz Brunch Buffet with Mimosa

The Court of Two Sisters' Live Jazz Brunch buffet showcases the best of New Orleans from the music to the atmosphere to the food and drinks. The buffet boasts is a sumptuous display of hot and cold dishes incorporating local ingredients when possible. A typical selection of hot dishes include made-to-order omelets, eggs benedict, ham or ribeye, sausage and bacon, grits and grillades, gumbo, jamba…

4.3(383)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 383 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £37.77 per person