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Aerial view of Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans French Quarter

New Orleans City & Garden Tours

From the Garden District's oak-lined streets to the Ninth Ward's comeback story, discover the neighborhoods that make New Orleans more than just Bourbon Street.

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Historic Mansions
Bus & Walking Tours
Garden District, Magazine St & Beyond
2-4 Hour Tours
Bus & Walking Options
From $33/person

Explore the Real New Orleans

There's so much more to New Orleans than Bourbon Street. Let our local guides show you the neighborhoods, history, and culture that make this city special.

Aerial view of Jackson Square and the French Quarter in New OrleansFamily Friendly
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Explore NOLA Sightseeing City Tour

Get out of the French Quarter and explore the real New Orleans. This 3-hour city tour covers Frenchmen St., City Park, Garden District, Lake Pontchartrain, St. Louis Cemetery #3, Marigny, 9th Ward & Katrina aftermath, and Audubon Park.

About 3 hoursSee Availability
Skull display at the New Orleans Historic Voodoo MuseumWalking Tour
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New Orleans Voodoo History Tour

A 90-minute walking tour through the French Quarter exploring the real history of voodoo in New Orleans. No jump scares, no Hollywood myths. Just good storytelling about one of the world's most misunderstood religions.

90 minutesSee Availability
Grand historic mansion in the New Orleans Garden DistrictFamily Friendly
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Garden District Mansion & Walking Tour

The only daily walking tour that takes you inside a Garden District mansion. Tour the 1859 New Orleans Opera Guild Home, then leisurely stroll past celebrity homes, historic estates, and live-oak canopies through one of America's finest 19th-century neighborhoods.

About 1 hour 45 minutesSee Availability

Not Sure Which City tour is Right for You?

We've been helping visitors pick the perfect city tour since 2008. Chat with us and we'll give you personalized recommendations based on your group.

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Local tour experts in the French Quarter · (504) 226-5433 · Open daily 8am–7pm

What You'll See on Our City Tours

Garden District

Opulent mansions, celebrity homes, and lush gardens in NOLA's most beautiful neighborhood.

City Park

One of the oldest urban parks in the US, with ancient oaks and the stunning Besthoff Sculpture Garden.

Lake Ponchartrain

The massive lake that defines New Orleans' geography and played a role in Hurricane Katrina.

9th Ward & Katrina

See the neighborhoods affected by Katrina and learn about the city's resilience and recovery.

Why Choose Gators & Ghosts?

We're locals, not a faceless booking site. Every tour is curated by experts who actually live in New Orleans.

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Real guests, real reviews. Thousands of families and groups have trusted us with their New Orleans trip — and told their friends about it after.

Family-Owned Since 2008

Aunt and nephew team — not a corporate chain. We'll give you an honest recommendation even when it means suggesting a less expensive tour.

One-Stop Shop

Swamp tours, ghost tours, plantations, city tours — one place to compare, book, and ask questions instead of juggling a dozen browser tabs.

Talk to Local Experts

Not sure which tour to pick? Chat with us or call (504) 226-5433 — real locals who'll point you in the right direction.

French Quarter Location

Walk in, say hi, ask us anything at 728 St. Louis Street. If plans change day-of, we're right here in the Quarter — not in another state behind a 1-800 number.

Curated by Insiders

Every tour on our site is hand-chosen. We know the operators, we've done the tours, and we only sell what we'd recommend to friends.

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Book online or chat with us for personalized recommendations. We'll help you discover the real New Orleans.

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