Tours including New Orleans 2025/2026

What our customers ask about Tours including New Orleans 2025/2026

• What are the must-visit attractions in New Orleans' French Quarter?

  The French Quarter packs essential New Orleans experiences into its historic streets. Start at Jackson Square where the St. Louis Cathedral stands as the neighborhood's anchor. Along Bourbon Street visitors find a mix of jazz clubs and restaurants that come alive at night. The French Market dating back to 1791 remains the country's oldest public market. Royal Street reveals quieter treasures like Pirates Alley and the Spanish Dungeon. Stop by Café du Monde for their signature beignets and chicory coffee. As one TourRadar traveler noted "The French Quarter walking tour gave us amazing insights into the city's rich history and architecture especially around Jackson Square and the historic buildings." The centrally located Hotel Le Marais provides easy access to these key sites.

• What unique cultural experiences can I expect in New Orleans?

  New Orleans cultural offerings blend French African and American traditions. Preservation Hall hosts nightly jazz shows in a bare-bones historic setting. Local guides lead voodoo and ghost tours through lamplit streets telling tales of the city's mysterious past. Cooking schools teach visitors the fundamentals of Creole cuisine. The famous above-ground cemeteries known as "Cities of the Dead" provide windows into local burial traditions. According to one TourRadar traveler "The haunted history carriage tour through the French Quarter was incredibly atmospheric combining local legends with historical facts." Many visitors base themselves at historic properties like Hotel Le Marais to fully absorb the atmosphere.

• How can I experience authentic jazz music in New Orleans?

  Jazz fills the air across New Orleans but especially along Frenchmen Street in the Marigny neighborhood where multiple venues host nightly performances. The French Quarter's Preservation Hall maintains jazz traditions in an intimate no-frills space. For music with a view the Steamboat Natchez pairs jazz with dinner cruises on the Mississippi. One TourRadar traveler reported "The evening jazz cruise on the Steamboat Natchez was magical - the combination of live Dixieland jazz dinner and views of the city was perfect." The Royal Sonesta Hotel keeps the music going at their Jazz Playhouse right on Bourbon Street.

• What's the best way to explore New Orleans' Garden District?

  Walking tours provide the best way to see the Garden District's antebellum mansions and oak-shaded streets. Key stops include Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 the boutique-lined Magazine Street and numerous historic homes showcasing Greek Revival and Italianate architecture. The Longue Vue House and Gardens demonstrates the neighborhood's grand scale. According to a TourRadar traveler "The Garden District tour was fascinating - seeing the Greek Revival mansions and learning about their history was incredible." The Pontchartrain Hotel places guests in the heart of this historic area.

• What unique souvenirs should I buy in New Orleans?

  Local artisans at the French Market sell handcrafted Mardi Gras masks voodoo dolls and artwork that capture New Orleans spirit. The French Quarter houses several praline shops where visitors can watch candy-making demonstrations. Hot sauce vendors at the French Market offer local varieties while Preservation Hall sells recordings of their house band. One TourRadar traveler advised "Don't miss the French Market for unique local crafts and food items - the pralines make perfect gifts." Many guided tours include shopping stops at both the market and Royal Street's art galleries.

• How accessible is public transportation in New Orleans?

  The city's historic St. Charles Streetcar the world's oldest continuously running line provides scenic transportation through the Garden District. The Canal Street route connects the French Quarter to Mid-City while city buses serve broader areas. Many French Quarter and CBD attractions sit within walking distance of hotels like the Royal Sonesta or Hotel Le Marais. A TourRadar traveler shared "The streetcar system was convenient and added to the charm of exploring the city - especially the St. Charles line through the Garden District."