ATTRACTIONS - New Orleans Tours & Attractions & Mississippi River Cruises
There are numerous tours available for those who want to take in as much of New Orleans as they can, some possibilities are listed below. There are numerous tours available for those who want to take in as much of New Orleans as they can, some possibilities are listed below. Tickets will be available at the meeting, at the "On the Town" desk , near the Registration Desk in the Marriott, La Galleries 5 & 6, to conveniently assist you with many more options.
Dinner Jazz Cruise on the Mississippi River
When night falls, the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen or Riverboat Cajun Queen rises to the occasion. Step on board and cruise with us into the night where the sleepless activity of America's busiest port buzzes. The sounds of a lively jazz band fill the air as you enjoy a lavish Creole buffet in elegantly appointed dining rooms.
Where: Riverwalk/Canal Street Dock
When: Daily - 7:00 pm; Departure: 8:00 pm; Return: 10:00 pm
Tickets:
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Mississippi River One Hour Cruise
Sit back and relax on the Promenade Deck aboard the Cajun Queen, an authentic reproduction of a late 19th century passenger vessel. Enjoy the Captain's narration of famous landmarks, history and river lore as you cruise through one of America's busiest ports.
Where: Aquarium of the Americans dock
When: Daily - Departure: 10:30am & 2:30pm; Boarding: 30 minutes prior
Tickets:Adult: $16; Child (6-12): $11
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Sit back and relax on the Promenade Deck aboard the Cajun Queen, an authentic reproduction of a late 19th century passenger vessel. Enjoy the Captain's narration of famous landmarks, history and river lore as you cruise through one of America's busiest ports.
Where: Aquarium of the Americans dock
When: Daily - Departure: 10:30am & 2:30pm; Boarding: 30 minutes prior
Tickets:
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Jean Lafitte Swamp Boat Tour
Journey with us by boat, Cajun-style, for a 1 hour 45 minute tour through the heart of Southern Louisiana's swamplands. Experience real-life adventure for the whole family from the comfort of our swamp boats. Tour back into our privately owned meandering bayous and take a look into the past. View moss draped cypress trees, fascinating plant life and the creatures who make their homes here.
Where: Jean Lafitte Park - see map for directions
When: Daily - Tour Time: 10am & 2pm; Duration: 1 hour 45 minute
Tickets:Adult drive up: $23 Child (3-12) drive up: $15
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Journey with us by boat, Cajun-style, for a 1 hour 45 minute tour through the heart of Southern Louisiana's swamplands. Experience real-life adventure for the whole family from the comfort of our swamp boats. Tour back into our privately owned meandering bayous and take a look into the past. View moss draped cypress trees, fascinating plant life and the creatures who make their homes here.
Where: Jean Lafitte Park - see map for directions
When: Daily - Tour Time: 10am & 2pm; Duration: 1 hour 45 minute
Tickets:
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Jean Lafitte Swamp Airboat Tour
Get ready for an exciting adventure! Take a thrilling ride through the swamps and bayous of Louisiana, accessible only by airboat. The captain, a native of the area, offers a colorful history of the Cajun way of life. You'll come face to face with alligators, snakes and other native creatures while touring their neighborhood.
Where: Jean Lafitte Park
When: Daily - Tour Time: 10am & 2pm; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets: Adult drive up: $46
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Get ready for an exciting adventure! Take a thrilling ride through the swamps and bayous of Louisiana, accessible only by airboat. The captain, a native of the area, offers a colorful history of the Cajun way of life. You'll come face to face with alligators, snakes and other native creatures while touring their neighborhood.
Where: Jean Lafitte Park
When: Daily - Tour Time: 10am & 2pm; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets: Adult drive up: $46
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Historic New Orleans Walking Tours
Probably the best walking tour offered in and out of the Quarter; owner Robert Florence is a respected local historian.
Where: Meeting point is at the Bourbon Café Beignet, 311 Bourbon Street
When: Daily - 10:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets:Adult: $12; Child (6-12): $7
See more details 504-947-2120
Probably the best walking tour offered in and out of the Quarter; owner Robert Florence is a respected local historian.
Where: Meeting point is at the Bourbon Café Beignet, 311 Bourbon Street
When: Daily - 10:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets:
See more details 504-947-2120
The Weekend Jazz Walk
Explore the world’s richest musical city, starting with the Legends Park statues of Fats Domino, Al Hirt, and Pete Fountain.
Where: Meeting point is at the Bourbon Café Beignet, 311 Bourbon Street
When: Saturdays & Sundays Only - 2:30 p.m.; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets:Adult: $15; Child (6-12): $7
See more details 504-947-2120
Explore the world’s richest musical city, starting with the Legends Park statues of Fats Domino, Al Hirt, and Pete Fountain.
Where: Meeting point is at the Bourbon Café Beignet, 311 Bourbon Street
When: Saturdays & Sundays Only - 2:30 p.m.; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets:
See more details 504-947-2120
Cemetery/Voodoo Tour
Stroll through the past and present of this fascinating city viewed through St. Louis Cemetery #1 (established 1789) with Robert Florence, author of New Orleans Cemeteries and City of the Dead, and New Orleans' top-rated guides. This burial ground reveals New Orleans history more vividly than any other historic site. Aboveground burial and profoundly moving decay combine with awesome architectural features for an unforgettable experience.
Where: Meeting point is at 334-B Royal Street, in the courtyard of CAFE BEIGNET
When: Monday through Saturday 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM & on Sundays 10:00 AM; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets:Adult: $15; Child (6-12): $7
See more details 504-947-2120
Stroll through the past and present of this fascinating city viewed through St. Louis Cemetery #1 (established 1789) with Robert Florence, author of New Orleans Cemeteries and City of the Dead, and New Orleans' top-rated guides. This burial ground reveals New Orleans history more vividly than any other historic site. Aboveground burial and profoundly moving decay combine with awesome architectural features for an unforgettable experience.
Where: Meeting point is at 334-B Royal Street, in the courtyard of CAFE BEIGNET
When: Monday through Saturday 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM & on Sundays 10:00 AM; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets:
See more details 504-947-2120
Haunted French Quarter Tour
Venture into the realm of the unknown by touring "America's most haunted city." Experience the French Quarter after dark through the enthralling storytelling of the city's most informed raconteurs. Based in fact, all tales are accurately conveyed, providing superb history lessons which transition into some of the most chilling narratives ever told.
Where: Meeting point is at O'Flaherty's Irish Channel Pub, 508 Toulouse Street
When: 7 nights a week - 7:30 PM ; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets:Adult: $15; Child (6-12): $7
See more details 504-947-2120
Venture into the realm of the unknown by touring "America's most haunted city." Experience the French Quarter after dark through the enthralling storytelling of the city's most informed raconteurs. Based in fact, all tales are accurately conveyed, providing superb history lessons which transition into some of the most chilling narratives ever told.
Where: Meeting point is at O'Flaherty's Irish Channel Pub, 508 Toulouse Street
When: 7 nights a week - 7:30 PM ; Duration: 2 hours
Tickets:
See more details 504-947-2120
Jean Lafitte National Park Visitor Center
Where: 419 Decatur Street
When: The center is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The History of New Orleans walking tour is given at 9:30 a.m.
Tickets: Free; limit 25 persons, first-come, first-serve.
504-589-2636.
Where: 419 Decatur Street
When: The center is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The History of New Orleans walking tour is given at 9:30 a.m.
Tickets: Free; limit 25 persons, first-come, first-serve.
504-589-2636.