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Beautiful mansions along the banks of the mississippi river take visitors back in time.

The Antebellum south comes to life at the many plantations that line the Mississippi River, a throwback to the city’s agrarian past. Located as close as an hour outside of New Orleans, you can tour these stately mansions and hear stories from all perspectives, from the famous local families that built and owned them to the views of the slaves who worked there. Learn why the kitchens are not part of the main house and find out how residents lived in comfort before air-conditioning. Many of the plantations serve lunch so you can make a day of it or just visit one or two. Some offer overnight accommodations with dinner and breakfast. For a list of tour companies that offer plantation tours see below. For a list of plantations, see here .

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View beautiful antebellum mansions couple with an amazing swamp tour only minutes from downtown new orleans. choose from airboat or pontoon swamp boat tours and all tours have transportation and cajun lunch included. we welcome you to new orleans, louisiana., oak alley plantation - laura plantation - whitney plantation - cajun lunch.

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Transportation available, up to 25 passengers per bus.​ transportation to and from most downtown new orleans hotels is provided., all inclusive tours, a delicious cajun lunch is included with this tour. you also get a swamp tour with your choice of oak alley, laura or whitney plantation tour. , native captains and tour guides, native captains will share their knowledge of bayou segnette and the ecosystem. a local tour guide will give you an informative plantation tour., combo  swamp and plantation tours near new orleans, louisiana, swamp boat: $130-150    shuttle | cajun lunch included choose with oak alley - laura or whitney plantation shuttle to and from downtown new orleans and french quarter hotels.

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Old River Road Plantation Adventure

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“ We started our day at Oak Alley , and while beautiful it wasn't the most informative and in depth experience. ” in 28 reviews

“ We stopped at Laura plantation first, a traditional Creole plantation, and our tour guide was very lively and entertaining. ” in 10 reviews

“ From there we were picked up and taken to the swamp tour , which was equally fabulous. ” in 4 reviews

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This company van almost hit my car driving reckless I had to hurry and swerve to prevent the hit ,,, called to inform the company and was told they don't have a van when clearly the number was on the back of it ,,! Very rude

Review #1054 I had Jacques as my driver. Here is how our tour (Laura Plantation and Oak Alley Plantation Tour 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, $95.4/person) breaks down: 7:35 AM - pick up from Sheraton on Canal Street (actual pick up was at 7:30 AM, as the driver was a few minutes early, but so were we) 8 AM - finish picking up all passengers in the city 8:45 AM - brief plantation stops (photo ops) on the way there to Oak Alley Plantation 9:20 AM - arrive at the main entrance, tickets distribution, and bathroom break outside of the Oak Alley gate (small stalls with running water/soap, but it is clean) 9:30 AM - wait in line for the tour 9:40 AM - tour of the Oak plantation (30 mins official tour by the plantation) 10:55 AM - meet up at the other parking lot for pick up 11:10 AM - arrive at Laura Plantation and bathroom break first (again small stalls with running water/soap but clean) 11:20 AM - official tour for Laura begins 12:30 PM - tour concludes, and we go straight to the bus 12:40 PM - pick up passengers from Evergreen Plantation and drive back to the city 1:30 pm PM - get dropped off/picked up (by a different driver) at a gas station and the rest of the bus proceeds to the lunch/swamp tour 2:10 PM PM - get dropped off at our hotel When I researched plantation tours, I wanted to visit at least two but didn't want to take up my whole day for it. This trip was the best in terms of the trip arrangement and value. So I opted for the half day tour with Old River. It is not cheap but definitely worth it!

We choose to tour both Evergreen and Oak Alley. It was clear from the outset that today's adventure would be memorable and worthwhile. Jacque promptly picked us up on time and communicated with us the day before to confirm and see if we had any questions. We started our day at Oak Alley, and while beautiful it wasn't the most informative and in depth experience. The inability to take photos inside added a further air of distance to the experience. The highlight was truly Evergreen. A small group of only 10 others on the tour lent itself to an intimate and informative experience. Being able to wander the grounds and take the time to connect with the history of the plantation on a unique level was the highlight of our day. Hundreds of pictures later we left having a less commercialized and tourist-y view of the history of the area. Thought the day, Jacque kept the drive interesting, gave clear guidance, and directed our experiences with a personal touch. Culminating our tour day, Jacque even dropped us off directly at our restaurant. What service and attention to detail. This tour is a VIP experience without a VIP price.

Drive Jacques was awesome. Informative and ejtertaining tour on the way to Oak Alley and he was very thoughtful about where to slow down and gave useful suggestions for our plantation tour.

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Great tour, did oak alley and laura. Both had great guides. Definitely our favorite was Al at Laura!!! He was great! Jacques our bus driver was great too. However dont sit in very back of bus. We were shaken badly on way back, not sure if it was the roads over bridges or what. Headache plus. Other than that was a great tour.

We had a great time on our tour. My husband and I did the afternoon Laura and soak Alley Plantations tour with Jacques. Jacques was like a living history book! We learned so much, and he took us all along River Road showing us all of the plantations, going out of his way for extra photos. The day seemed expensive initially, but after looking at how much the admissions were to the plantations plus the Drive put there, this was actually reasonable considering how much information we received from Jacques. Definitely a great way to spend the day in New Orleans.

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The actual tour was too quick and did not provide enough information. The Laura Plantation tour was a much more informative experience. Oak plantation was a gorgeous property with lot of other stuff to look at.

Excellent! I would definitely recommend booking your tour with them. From pick up to drop off, we enjoyed our 8-5pm day trip. Our tour guide, Jacques, was excellent, informational, funny and just down to earth guy. We did Oak & Laura plantation tour and swamp. Tour was well organized, not a minute wasted. Laura tour was a bit boring but mainly due to too many historical details. Swamp was great also, especially for kids, so was the lunch! Thanks a lot! My only suggestion, keep a cooler with cold bottled water since it's a full day tour and it's super hot out, even though bus had a light air conditioner.

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We toured Oak Alley & Laura plantations. Both very different, both amazing! Tour guides: Ann (Oak Valley) & Al (Laura) - outstanding! Both know the history and are passionate about what they do. We booked 2 days ago and it's probably the coldest day ever in NOLA but it was well worth it!! We will visit again when it's warmer and do another tour with this company. Madison was our main tour guide/driver and was wonderful! Very knowledgeable and funny!!! We enjoyed every minute!!!

Terrific company. We signed up for the two,plantation tour AND the swamp tour. Long day but worth the price.Jacque picked us up ever so early at hotel and then we continued to several other hotels picking up other guests. Jacque is a wealth of detailed information and he loves to pass it out . I thoroughly enjoyed his presentation. Oak Alley is lovely, but short. If you went on your own, you could explore in more depth. The good news is they have a store with food...by then we were hungry. Next stop was Evergreen Plantation. Much more detailed tour and incredibly lovely and moving. Jacque picked us up and the dropped us off at le Bec restaurant for our prepaid lunch. By the. We were starving. From there we were picked up and taken to the swamp tour, which was equally fabulous. Bus picked us up at end of tour and brought us all the way back to hotel. All said, a long, and really enjoyable day. Highly suggest bringing snacks as you get up early and not much time for food. If you add in the swamp tour, your lunch is included.

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Spend the day exploring two plantations along River road that’s listed on National Register of Historic Places, a tour to the Beautiful Oak Alley and the Iconic Whitney Plantations allows you to step back into history and a quarter century of architectural and agricultural significance. The tour focuses on the struggle and determination of the slaves and freed African-Americans who operated the plantations.

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About old river road plantation adventure, we are new orleans’ only 5-star antebellum mansion touring group. join our award-winning plantation adventure as we pick you up from your new orleans hotel for a narrated journey down old river road, which the smithsonian institute calls a “museum of the american south” with over 120 registered items., the travel channel and yahoo have lauded our efforts for both our new orleans plantation tours and our swamp tours., we provide a unique, entertaining, and knowledgeable service to our guests. be sure to ask for us by name when making your tour reservations. whether you choose one of our award-winning plantation adventures or a custom private charter with guide, let us show you why at old river road, “old times there are not forgotten.”.

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• Duration:  8.5 hours
• Included: 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour of Honey Island Swamp, 1.5 Hour Guided Tour of Whitney Plantation, Itinerary and Learning Materials
• Not Included:  transportation, lunch
• Where to drive: Pearl River, LA for the swamp tour and then Edgard, LA for lunch and plantation

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Experience the best of Southern Louisiana as an independent traveler! This self-driving tour is the complete package for an unbeatable price. We do all the legwork, including setting up your reservations and providing a detailed itinerary and directions. All you have to do is enjoy the tour!

8:30 a.m. – Leave New Orleans to drive to Pearl River, LA 9:30 a.m. – Launch time for our two-hour tour of the Pearl River Basin and Honey Island Swamp 12:00 p.m. – Begin the one and half-hour drive up to Plantation Country 1:30 p.m. – Grab lunch at B&C Seafood (closed Sunday) 2:50 p.m. – Leave for Whitney Plantation, just 5 minutes down the road 3:00 p.m. – Begin your two-hour walking tour of Whitney Plantation 5:00 p.m. – Leave Whitney and begin the one-hour drive back to New Orleans 6:00 p.m. – Arrive back in New Orleans after an unforgettable day of nature and culture

About Our Honey Island Swamp Tour

Our tour takes you through multiple ecosystems including marshes, hardwood forests, and swamps with towering cypress trees and Spanish moss. Learn about the wildlife, the pirates that smuggled treasure through here, the local lifestyle and culture, and even the legend of the Honey Island swamp monster.

We glide around river bends at 30 mph for part of the tour, and in other parts, we slowly creep through narrow passageways looking for gators and other creatures. Our quiet and fuel-efficient motor doesn’t scare away the wildlife as airboats do.

We are one of the only swamp tours in the area that doesn’t feed alligators. We are a true eco-tour, and we believe in respecting the environment and teaching visitors about the threats that face this valuable wetland region.

Comfortable padded seating and a maximum group size of six ensures that you can properly relax, avoid the crowds, and ask all the questions you want. We provide a truly educational tour that sends you home with a deeper understanding of what makes the ecosystems here so unique.

The Pearl River is a protected wildlife area, famous for being the most biodiverse region in Louisiana. Keep your eyes peeled for gators, wild boar, great blue herons, osprey, owls, snakes, and turtles.

Birdwatchers love this tour; there are tons of woodpeckers, raptors, and migratory songbirds that live out here.

About the Whitney Plantation

This historic sugar cane plantation is located along the Mississippi on the famous River Road and was originally founded in 1752. After 16 years and $8 million worth of renovations, Whitney reopened its gates in 2014. It is the only museum in America dedicated to telling the story of the African slave trade and what life was like for the people who worked on these plantations. Hear and read stories from people who grew up on this very plantation.

Owner and visionary John Cummings brought a professor from Senegal in as the chief historical adviser. Dr. Ibrahim Seck is an expert in African culture and the Trans-Atlantic slave trade, and his years of research have made this into the most educational plantation tour available in Louisiana.

It is a beautiful property and an important educational experience for anyone interested in the history of the South.

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This down-home Cajun joint is owned by local entrepreneur Tommy Breaux. You can tell it’s the real deal because of all the local regulars. The prices are very reasonable, and the seafood is caught locally and processed at his own facility. There is no middleman – this is as fresh as it gets! Everything here is homemade, even the bread! Snack on boiled crabs, alligator bites, frog legs, and incredible gumbo or chow down on a soft-shell crab po’ boy. Check out the Gators and historic memorabilia on the walls and pictures from Tommy’s fishing and hunting expeditions. ​ On Sundays they are closed, so we visit the restaurant at Oak Alley Plantation down the road.  See their menu here !

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French Quarter

If you are looking for the  cheapest places to travel , you must visit New Orleans. The French Quarter, the city’s oldest neighborhood, is also known as the Jewel of New Orleans. Now this place has become an eclectic place of culture. You will get to see old buildings as well as modern sculptures too.

The  nightlife  of the French Quarter is most famous to the outer world, but the historic part of the French Quarter is also one of the best attractions in New Orleans. Places like Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, New Orleans Pharmacy Museum, and Preservation Hall are some of the most visited places in the French Quarter where you would love to take a walk to learn about the history of this place.

Everything will make each evening colorful and remarkable in the French Quarter. From boutique shops to street bars, jazz clubs to pubs. If you’re a foodie, you will find some excellent eateries around every corner of the French Quarter. These food junctions serve delicious delicacies.

Garden District

If you prefer to avoid the hustle and bustle of the French Quarter, you must visit the Garden District. Your New Orleans tour planning is complete with visiting the Garden District. This is considered one of the most beautiful places in New Orleans.

As soon as you step out of the city car and step onto the land of Garden District, you will start feeling that it’s a place of a fairy tale. Beautiful mansions and cottages surround this area.

To explore the best out of Garden District, you must start by simply walking on its streets. So many tiny details at every corner of this place will satisfy you. You can go shopping at the beautiful Magazine Street to explore this iconic place of New Orleans. Everything you will see, from clothing to home goods, has the essence of this place. You will also find some good restaurants here on Magazine Street so you can indulge your craving.

• New Orleans French Quarter and Garden District Bike Tour
• New Orleans Garden District Walking Tour

Try Classic New Orleans Food

Recommended by Riley Adams of Young and The Invested

New Orleans is renowned for its fantastic food offerings, with something to suit every taste. From traditional Creole and Cajun dishes like gumbo and jambalaya to incredible seafood specialties like oysters Rockefeller and crawfish étouffée, there's no shortage of delicious local fare.

One of the most iconic dishes from New Orleans is the muffuletta sandwich, a monster-sized treat filled with layers of Genoa salami, capicola ham, provolone cheese, and olive salad. The best one in the city comes from Central Grocery, located on Decatur Street in the French Quarter.

Another New Orleans favorite is the po'boy. This classic sandwich originated as a hearty meal for working-class laborers in the early 1900s and can now be found all over New Orleans, from dive bars to fine dining restaurants. The most popular fillings are roast beef and fried shrimp, but you can also find gourmet takes on the po'boy, like alligator sausage and soft-shell crab. 

While locals have many opinions on which place makes the best po’boy, Parkway Bakery & Tavern is a favorite for its huge selection of fillings and signature "dressed" po’boys with lettuce, tomato, pickles, mayo, and Creole mustard.

One final dough-based item to try in the city is the beignet, a light and fluffy pastry dusted with powdered sugar. Locals line up outside Café du Monde in the French Quarter every morning to get their hands on the classic fried dough treat. The café also serves chicory coffee as a café au lait, brewed with roasted chicory root and topped off with steamed milk. If you're looking for a sweeter snack, head to Sucré on Magazine Street for handmade chocolates, gelato, and exquisite desserts.

Foodie's Paradise 

New Orleans has something delicious to offer no matter what you hunger for. With its unique culinary blends of Creole and Cajun flavors, it's easy to see why this city is such a foodie's paradise . Whether it's muffulettas, po’boys, beignets, or something else entirely, you're sure to find the perfect dish in New Orleans.

• New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter
• New Orleans Cocktail and Food History Tour

Take A Plantation Tour

Recommended by Natalie of Voyage Scribe

A visit to one of the many plantations around New Orleans is one of the  best NOLA day trips  you can take without access to a car. That's because it's possible to take a tour bus from the city to almost all the nearby plantations. And there are so many good ones to choose from.

Slavery isn't a pretty part of US history, but it's a part that shouldn't be forgotten. Visiting a plantation is a great way to ensure that doesn't happen. Whitney Plantation is probably the best plantation near New Orleans to visit if you're looking for a plantation that focuses on slavery rather than plantation owners.

If you're interested in architecture, Laura Plantation's main house is built in Creole style, unlike the nearby English plantations. It's a beautiful house, and the tour is excellent, painting a vivid picture of life for both the plantation family that lived in that house and the enslaved people who worked on the plantation.

And finally, another famous plantation is Oak Alley, which is the most beautiful because of the lines of old oak trees in front of the Big House. A tour of the house is included in admission to this plantation and a self-guided tour of the slave quarters.

So no matter which plantation you choose, a trip to New Orleans is incomplete without a visit to the countryside to better understand the area's history. Most of the plantations are located along the Mississippi River on River Road, a beautiful drive.

• Full-Day Oak Alley Plantation and Swamp Boat Tour
• Small-Group Airboat and Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch

Go On A Ghost Tour

When people think of things to do in New Orleans, they often think of things like Mardi Gras, music, and delicious food. However, the city also has a dark side when it comes to things to do – visiting haunted places.

You can explore some of the oldest parts of the city while learning about its old secrets, haunted houses, and famous characters. A local guide will show you around, pointing out historical points of interest as well as places with hidden (or not-so-hidden) paranormal activity.

From the LaLaurie Mansion to St. Louis Cemetery #1, many of the sites are full of eerie stories and urban legends told within the city. It’s believed that these locations are full of spiritual activity from the deceased, who once called the Big Easy home. While those looking for things to do in New Orleans might want to take note: things can get pretty spooky when exploring some of New Orleans’ best-haunted locations!

• New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo, Vampire and Mystery Tour
• New Orleans Ghost, True Crime, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour
• Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans

Ride A New Orleans Streetcar

Recommended by Catrina of 24 Hours Layover

When you are in New Orleans, you need to experience the streetcars – they are a fun, unique, and convenient way to see the city and its neighborhoods. Five streetcar lines (Saint Charles, Canal Street, Rampart/Saint Claude, Loyola/UPT, and Riverfront Lines) terminate in Downtown New Orleans. The streetcars are so charming, romantic, and vintage and are a symbol of New Orleans! 

If you are only in  New Orleans for 24 hours  or a weekend and can go on one streetcar – make it the St Charles Streetcar! The St Charles Streetcar is the longest continually running streetcar in the world – it has been rattling down St Charles Avenue for over 150 years! With its impressive exposed light bulbs and brass fittings, a ride on this streetcar will take you back in time. It also has the most scenic views out of all the streetcars – taking you from the Garden District to the French Quarter via stunning mansions, Universities, parks, and the majestic part of Uptown New Orleans.

Another favorite streetcar line is Canal Street, which takes you through the Central Business District to the Mid-City area and terminates at the historic cemeteries (known as ‘Cities of the Dead').

The streetcar fare is $1.25, or $3 for a Jazzy pass unlimited one day pass. You need exact change to pay onboard, although if you download the RTA Le Pass app, you can pay your fare from your phone. 

Take A New Orleans Cooking Class

Recommended by Denise Macuk of Chef Denise 

One of the great things about visiting New Orleans is exploring its unique cuisine. NOLA is one of the best foodie cities in the US, and so much deliciousness awaits your taste buds. Your  New Orleans food bucket list  should include eating authentic gumbo, jambalaya, and pralines. Kick the experience up a notch by learning how to make these dishes yourself at the New Orleans School of Cooking. 

Located in the French Quarter in a historic building that dates back to the 1800s, at the New Orleans School of Cooking, you'll learn a lot more than just how to cook a few recipes. The instructors are pretty entertaining, knowledgeable, and even humorous. So, the lunch class is more of a fun-filled demonstration than a pressured lesson. 

Learn about the differences between Creole and Cajun cuisines. In New Orleans, many famous dishes like gumbo and jambalaya can be found in both Creole and Cajun versions. To tell at a glance-the Creole will be redder from the use of tomatoes, and the Cajun will appear browner. But there's much more history and culture to the differences between these cuisines than just red vs. brown food; food is a great way to learn about it.

In addition to the entertainment, the history lesson, and learning traditional recipes, you'll enjoy a delectable lunch. Not just a little sample, a meal-enough to fill you up. Lunch, laughter, and knowledge. This is one of the best deals in the Big Easy.

• New Orleans Hands-On Cooking Class & Meal
• New Orleans Demonstration Cooking Class & Meal

Take a Mississippi Riverboat Cruise

One of the most exciting things to do in New Orleans is to take a riverboat cruise along the Mississippi River. Not only can you enjoy a leisurely boat ride, but these cruises will also provide an opportunity to explore some of the unique history and culture of the area. A typical riverboat cruise may include stops at Points of Interest such as lush wetlands and bustling harbor towns.

Many of these cruises offer an evening of entertainment, good food and drinks, and a chance to take in the local beauty of the city’s skyline. You can choose to enjoy a romantic dinner cruise or be taken on a guided tour along the many waterways that make New Orleans so unique.

The gliding tour boats offer everything from evening, narrated excursions with jazz music, to brunch and lunch tours that give a different perspective of the city. No matter which option you choose, taking a riverboat cruise through New Orleans is sure to be a great experience full of fun and adventure!

• Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option
• Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Cruise

Take A Louisiana Swamp Tour

Recommended by Nicholas Rosen of The World Overload

When you think of New Orleans, you think of vibrant music, exquisite art, and delicious food. But there is so much more that makes it attractive once you expand outside New Orleans. If you want to take a break from enjoying the city life of New Orleans, take a drive out to the sweet, sweet Louisiana bayou for a classic swamp tour. It’s a must for any first-timer visiting here as it’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors but what you are coming for is to view the wildlife.

Most will have you take a large swamp boat, but other touring companies will give you the option to take an airboat or even pick a kayak. Here in the bayous, snakes, owls, raccoons, egrets, boar, turtles, and of course, the crème de le crème, alligators. Your guide will provide detailed knowledge of the animal’s habits and how it goes hand in hand with the swamplands.

These tours are suitable for a nice day trip and only take about 2 hours for a full circle of the bayou area. But you can also select night tours on some weekends, which gives it an almost spooky Cajun voodoo vibe (think The Princess and the Frog) with all the wildlife sounds.

The one drawback must be the humidity and heat during the summer. Enjoying your time here makes it very uncomfortable, especially while being pestered with mosquitos. Best case if you decide to come here is to do a swamp tour during the fall or spring. More animals, cooler weather, it’s a win-win for you.

When you visit Crescent City, it’s worth adding this to your list of things to do. Coming back from a day in the bayou will make you appreciate and enjoy Bourbon Street even more.

• New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure
• Swamp and Bayou Sightseeing Boat Tour with Transportation
• New Orleans Airboat Ride

Catch A Collegiate or Professional Sports Game

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If you are a sports fan, New Orleans is a city that you should check out. The city has several major and collegiate sports teams and events to cheer for and attend.

Professional Sports

The New Orleans Saints play in the National Football league. They were founded in 1967. The Saints play their home games in the Caesars Superdome.

The New Orleans Pelicans play in the National Basketball Association. The team relocated from Charlotte in 2002. They were initially called the New Orleans Hornets. They rebranded and became the New Orleans Pelicans in 2013. They currently play their home games in Smoothie King Center.

Collegiate Sports

Many colleges and universities in the area have sporting events throughout the year. Tulane, Dillard, Xavier, and SUNO are a few of them.

The Sugar Bowl is an annual college football bowl game played in New Orleans every year in late December or early January. The bowl game is played at the Caesars Superdome.

The Bayou Classic is an annual football game between Grambling State and Southern University. They are the state’s largest historically black universities. This game typically happens in November.

Major Sporting Events Held in NOLA

New Orleans has also hosted several other sporting events. The Super Bowl has been in New Orleans ten times. They are slated to host the big game again in 2025.

New Orleans previously hosted the CFP National Championship game in 2020. They previously hosted the BCS National Championship game in 2000, 2004, 2008, and 2012.

The NBA All-Star game has been held in New Orleans three times. The most recent time was in 2017.

As you can see, New Orleans is a sports city. When planning your trip, schedule some time to attend a game.

Find A Speakeasy-Style Bar

Recommended by Margarita Ibbott from Down Shifting PRO

The allure of Speakeasy bars became prominent during the Prohibition era (1920–1933). At that time, distilling, sales, and transportation of alcoholic beverages were illegal throughout the United States. This led to an increase in bootlegging and drinking establishments hidden away from the authorities.

Therein lies the history of these secretive drinking lounges and hidden bars. This  unique experience in New Orleans  can be found at one of the coolest speakeasies and lounges, Bar MariLou, on Carondelet St. in the Warehouse District of New Orleans. The main bar has dimmed moody lighting, extraordinary signature cocktails, and a speakeasy! Carefully hidden behind a bookcase, you can access this private lounge from Bar MariLou. Drinks are passed through a secret window connected directly to the main bar. Sip a spell in this cozy room and have a look at the décor, it is pretty extraordinary.

Located in what used to be the library of the City Hall annex, it is adjacent to the very, very exclusive Maison de la Luz hotel. Step into the hotel lobby, but be quick, as the concierge will be asking what you are doing there!

Other speakeasies and lounges worth finding include Potions Lounge, Double Dealer, Good Trouble Lounge, and The 21st Amendment.

Visit The National WWII Museum

Recommended by Sam of My Flying Leap

The National WWII Museum in New Orleans is a historical museum dedicated to honoring the legacy of the "Greatest Generation." Visiting this treasure is one of the most popular things to do in New Orleans. Whether you're a war and history buff, you'll learn a lot at this special place.

The WWII Museum presents an intensely immersive experience of the war that changed the world. Through walking this path in history, people can understand why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means to us today.

Through this understanding, people can embrace the lessons learned during the conflict to better understand its relevance for today and future generations.

This museum shares the stories of the American experience during the war on many levels. If you want to learn more about the war, you can learn about each strategic battle and its impacts.

You can also learn the very personal stories of the war, told through video clips, interviews, and written statements. Dig in to discover the brave people who fought for our country.

See the faces of the people who lived through and died in the war fighting for our country. Through their story, people of all ages can understand what freedom means. And this message is more poignant to our lives today than ever before.

Visit the Louisiana Children’s Museum

Recommended by Krystal DeVille of STEM Education Guide

A family trip to New Orleans is only complete with a trip to the Louisiana Children’s Museum. Located in Uptown, this educational and interactive museum offers a unique and exciting experience for children of all ages. With over 20 interactive exhibits focusing on science, math, music, art, and culture, the Children’s Museum provides an engaging opportunity for families to learn about the city’s heritage together. 

From hands-on experiments in the Science Zone to creating art in the Art Studio or exploring Louisiana’s ecosystems with live animals in ZooLab – there is something for everyone at this fun-filled museum! Kids can explore a replica of a French colonial home from the 1700s, build their robots, climb into an actual pirate ship, and much more. The Children’s Museum also features traveling exhibitions annually that offer visitors even more variety. 

While the museum has something for everyone, they have a few exhibits dedicated to kids four and younger, including the Sensory Lagoon, where your little ones will roll on lily pads and hear the sound of flowing water and feel the movement of it near their body. They will climb inside an egg, gaze at raindrops, or watch the beautiful colors change.

For kids of all ages, you’ll enjoy The River Exhibit. You’ll learn about The Mighty Mississippi, play on the water wall, and learn about the rocks and springs. 

Prepare to get wet on the 100-foot-long water table, with locks, dams, drainage systems, ports, tributaries, and all. Waterproof coats will be provided. 

No matter your kids’ ages or interests, you’ll find something interesting for the whole family at the Louisiana Children’s Museum!

Take A Day Trip To The Northshore

Recommended by Sky Fisher of Sky vs World

One of the best things to do in New Orleans is to take a day trip across Lake Ponchartrain to the Louisiana Northshore. The Northshore, also known as  St. Tammany’s Parish , comprises several towns, including Mandeville, Madisonville, Slidell, and Covington. It takes just an hour from the French Quarter to drive across the Causeway to the Northshore, making it an easy day trip.

Within the towns of the Northshore, there are so many things worth doing. You can visit the historic Olde Towne Slidell Main Street in Slidell, go fishing on the Biloxi Marsh, or visit the public Northshore beach along Lake Ponchartrain.

In Covington, you can find the start of the Tammany Trace, a walking and biking path that stretches from Covington to Slidell, the Covington Trailhead Museum, the historic HJ Smith & Sons General Store, and other historical stores. Madisonville is also worth a visit, home to the Lake Ponchartrain Basin Maritime Museum, the Fairview Riverside State Park, and some excellent bayou kayaking.

Perhaps the best thing to do in St. Tammany Parish is to take a boat tour down the Tchefuncte River. Several tour operators offer private tours, such as Louisiana Tours and Adventures. You can customize the trip however you want, whether checking out some of the filming locations of  Where the Crawdad Sings , jumping from rope swings, or searching for wildlife.

Boat tours on the Tchefuncte River are also one of the most ethical ways to see gators, as they do not bait them as many “swamp tours” do. Nevertheless, you’ll often be able to spot them in the natural habitat – sometimes even baby gators, depending on the season!

Attend Mardi Gras Festival

Recommended by Agnes of The Van Escape

One of the most iconic annual carnivals in the world is the  Mardi Gras Festival  in New Orleans. It’s worth going to NOLA around January/February when Mardi Gras takes place.

The dates of this festival are movable. Mardi Gras begins on January 6 and continues through Fat Tuesday. It’s the last day of the carnival season and is always the day before Ash Wednesday – the first day of Lent. The Mardi Gras tradition is French for “Fat Tuesday” It reflects the custom of eating rich, fatty foods on the last night before the ritual Lenten sacrifices and fasting of Lent. 

In 1699, Mardi Gras found its way to New Orleans, thanks to French-Canadian explorer Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville. He settled near present-day New Orleans and brought the tradition with him.

In 2023, Mardi Gras falls on Tuesday, February 21. So plan your trip to New Orleans between January 6 and February 21. However, the biggest and most elaborate parades occur during the last five days of the Mardi Gras season.

Mardi Gras is all about music, parades, and excitement. The parades are organized by social clubs called krewes. The primary colors of the costumes are purple, green, and gold. The most popular krewes and parades are the Ancient Druids and the Krewe of Nyx, the Zulu and Rex parade, and the Endymion parade.

The best way to watch the parades is from the balcony of your hotel or one of the specially arranged platforms in front of the hotels. Reservations are required. However, the most exciting place to experience the parades is on the streets of New Orleans. You can feel the rhythm, the magic of the spirit, and the energy of Mardi Gras all around you.

Popular Attractions in New Orleans

Visiting New Orleans is an experience, from the bright and vibrant music echoing through the cobblestone streets to the fragrant smell of beignets freshly baked at any local café. Perhaps take a stroll in City Park and visit one of the many chic boutiques or take some time to people-watch from a café in French Quarter.

There’s so much to explore and see, from cultural cuisine that infuses Creole flavors into kitchen masterpieces to exploring historical monuments embedded with stories of days gone by. Visiting New Orleans offers unique experiences for everyone.

This article The Big Easy: 16 Popular Things To Do in New Orleans, LA on Vacation originally appeared on Wander With Alex .

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The Jazz Fest 2024 Lineup: A Melting Pot of Musical Talent 

New Orleans Jazz Fest 2024 Ticketing and Festival Experience: Options for Every Preference

For those planning to attend, Jazz Fest offers a variety of ticketing options to suit every preference. Weekend passes provide access to all eight days of the festival, allowing attendees to immerse themselves fully in the experience. VIP packages offer exclusive amenities and privileges, including access to premium viewing areas and hospitality lounges. 

New for 2024 is the introduction of GA+ weekend passes, which grant access to an exclusive lounge area with private restrooms, a full-service bar, and shaded seating. This enhancement aims to elevate the festival experience for attendees seeking a higher level of comfort and convenience. 

Additionally, Jazz Fest continues its tradition of inclusivity with “Locals Thursday,” offering discounted tickets to Louisiana residents as a gesture of appreciation for their support over the years. This initiative ensures that the festival remains accessible to all members of the community. 

Transportation is made convenient with the Jazz Fest Express shuttle, providing round-trip transportation from various locations around the city. This service allows attendees to bypass the hassle of parking and enjoy a stress-free journey to and from the festival grounds. 

Furthermore, attendees can take pride in knowing that their participation supports the mission of the Jazz & Heritage Foundation , which uses proceeds from the festival to fund education, economic development, and cultural enrichment initiatives throughout the year. 

About the New Orleans Jazz Festival: A Legacy of Excellence

Since its inception, Jazz Fest has been a beacon of cultural celebration, earning accolades like being named the Festival of the Year four times by Pollstar magazine. With its diverse lineup and vibrant atmosphere, the festival showcases the rich musical heritage of New Orleans and Louisiana, attracting visitors from around the world. 

Beyond the music, Jazz Fest embodies the spirit of community and philanthropy, with proceeds supporting a wide range of educational and cultural programs. From the Don “Moose” Jamison Heritage School of Music to the Foundation’s various festivals and initiatives, Jazz Fest’s impact extends far beyond its eight-day duration. 

Book a Louisiana Plantation Tour Today! 

As the 2024 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival approaches, anticipation is building for what promises to be an extraordinary celebration of music, culture, and community. Whether you’re a seasoned festival-goer or experiencing Jazz Fest for the first time, don’t miss your chance to be part of this iconic event.  

Extend your stay in New Orleans and step back in time with Cajun Encounters to explore the city’s most famous plantations: Oak Alley, Whitney, and Laura. Choose between the majestic Oak Alley, adorned with its breathtaking tunnel of 28 live Oak trees, or the historically rich Laura, a Creole plantation. You can also opt for a combined Louisiana Plantation tour of the two places, or spend the day immersed in the beauty of Oak Alley. 

As you journey to these historic landmarks, our certified tour guide will provide insightful commentary, offering glimpses into major landmarks and the changing Louisiana landscape. So, after enjoying the vibrant tapestry of music and heritage at Jazz Fest, continue your exploration of this enchanting city with a captivating plantation tour . 

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