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Afternoon Oak Alley Plantation and Swamp Boat Tour from New Orleans

Afternoon Oak Alley Plantation and Swamp Boat Tour from New Orleans

On this full-day tour, you'll be driven to the heart of the swamp to see the Cajuns of the bayou living and surviving in harmony with the swamps. Experience bayou living where here, the waterways are their highways. From the relaxed comfort of our covered New Orleans Swamp Tour Boats, you will drift slowly past a 2000 year old Indian Burial Mound, a Cajun cemetery and Fishing village! You may see the wildlife that made the Barataria Swamps the Crown Jewel of the Louisiana Purchase. You'll then be taken to Oak Alley Plantation House, which is about a one hour and fifteen minute drive. Oak Alley is one of the most magnificent plantation tours because of the 28, evenly spaced, huge Oak Trees that go from the river road to the Plantation House. Experience bayou living where here, the waterways are their highways. Once your tour is over, you will then be driven the hour and fifteen minutes back to your hotel.
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Nawlins Luxury: Large Airboat Swamp Tour with Transportation

Nawlins Luxury: Large Airboat Swamp Tour with Transportation

Have you ever wanted to enjoy an enchanting airboat ride across a swamp? If your answer is yes, as it probably is, then the place to go is New Orleans via our guided swamp tours. We take you across all the heavenly Cajun Swamp where you take a 90 minutes high-speed boat ride. The Cajun Captains will navigate their way through the back swamp. You will learn about Louisiana Wetlands, the inhabitants of the swamp, the life and habits of the American Alligators. Our experience Captains will take you back to the history of Louisiana Bayou and Swamp exploration days.
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LGBTQ Small Group History Tour of the French Quarter

LGBTQ Small Group History Tour of the French Quarter

The history of the French Quarter is more LGBTQ than people know! It's also a very emotional one with many ups and downs. Because of this we limit the tour to just 9 guests so that you can comfortably get to know your guide and ask questions! The LGBT Queer History walking tour delves deep into the complicated past of gay New Orleans. You learn about the struggles faced by gay community members over the decades, such as brutal beatings, disowned sons and daughters, and the Upstairs Lounge fire that tragically killed over 30 people. But with each struggle, you hear about hope. From gay Mardi Gras krewes to supportive clergy members to the creation of gay rights political groups, New Orleans now lets “you be you,” in all your glory!
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New Orleans Haunted Ghost Tour

New Orleans Haunted Ghost Tour

Explore the haunted side of New Orleans with this two-hour ghost tour led by a local historian. Learn about real ghost stories at haunted locations throughout the French Quarter which have been verified by historical research done at each property; this is not about theatrics. This is the only historically accurate tour.
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Beer By The Bywater: Food and History Tour in New Orleans

Beer By The Bywater: Food and History Tour in New Orleans

This is a tour for the beer and meat lovers (wine options available)! Visit two microbreweries and a German biergarten. The Bywater arts and food scene are the main draw to this hip neighborhood's revitalization post-Katrina. This tour offers a unique look into the new, innovative direction of the local cuisine, including Vietnamese and German fusion, cool street art and you'll also visit the site that launched a historic Supreme Court civil rights case. Eat and drink you way through this bohemian neighborhood while taking in historic sites, street art and colorful architecture. • Tour is all weather, so wear comfy walking shoes! • Stops are kid-friendly, recommended for ages 11+ • Many dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated if mentioned in advance • Learn about New Orleans from a native
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Oak Alley Plantation and 3-Hour New Orleans City/Cemetery Tour

Oak Alley Plantation and 3-Hour New Orleans City/Cemetery Tour

Oak Alley Plantation features picturesque Oak Trees, beautiful landscaping, an elegant 1837 Greek Revival style plantation house, a blacksmith shop, a restaurant, and antique farm equipment. Guests will tour the plantation, then spend an unforgettable 3 hours in a comfortable air conditioned Mini-bus and get an overview of New Orleans. As part of this tour, you will visit the area that was damaged when the levee broke during Hurricane Katrina and swept the residents and their homes away.
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Private New Orleans Cajun Cooking Class with a Local Courtland

Private New Orleans Cajun Cooking Class with a Local Courtland

Enjoy a hands-on Texas barbecue and cooking class with a barbecue master in his home! Robert has been grilling, barbecuing and smoking meats for almost 20 years. Passionate about southern style barbecue, he took a master class in barbecuing when he lived in Texas and grills every Sunday! Hone your barbecue skills as you learn about the ideal temperature and technique for grilling steak or chicken. You'll learn to prepare a seasonal salad and dressing from scratch. Enjoy the meal you helped prepare with your host and his wife when she is home. Discover Texas culture and cuisine during this immersive experience with your host Robert. Robert grew up in a family that loved food - they ate together during meals and if they were not eating, they were talking about food. Robert loves entertaining people and is looking forward to teaching people to barbecue while sharing a meal together!
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New Orleans Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

New Orleans Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Come on to our Haunted Pub Crawl Tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! This tour will take you to a total of four watering holes in NOLA, which may be a combination of craft producers in NOLA, and local bars. There will be a variety of haunted stops in between these already notorious bars and pubs! We'll spend about 15-20 minutes to one hour at each destination. Exact lineup depends on day of week and season.
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Haunted Ghost and Paranormal Tour in New Orleans

Haunted Ghost and Paranormal Tour in New Orleans

It is impossible to take a stroll through the French Quarter without thinking about what stories those streets could tell. This tour sets out to introduce guests to the disturbing and terrifying history hiding behind this city's colorful, charming face. Our guides are experts on all things New Orleans and trained to provide each of our guests with an unforgettable evening.
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French Quarter Haunted and Tipsy Tour

French Quarter Haunted and Tipsy Tour

Hear the dark and often hilarious history of New Orleans with locals who love sharing it -- wild true stories of famous hauntings, serial killers & true crime, voodoo (Voudou), vampire legends, and much more -- while stopping for a few drinks. » Fun extras like a polaroid of your group, images of the history, and more! » Small groups, personalized for you » Bar break (typically Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop) Each tour is personalized for the group, but may include stories like the Lalaurie mansion, the Ursulines convent & the “casket girls”, St. Germain, Muriel’s restaurant, and more! We'll start at a bar and take 1-2 bar breaks, as needed. We'll answer your questions and share laughs with the group. We encourage a “tipsy” & interactive atmosphere, not a big drunk crowd. Don’t just take a two-hour tour – take home a piece of New Orleans you won’t forget!
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Garden District Walking Tour

Garden District Walking Tour

The Garden District is known for its grand mansions. It is a place where opulence meets allure. Towering Oaks shade the streets and vibrant Mardi Gras Parades line the Avenue. This area is a true spectacle. - Since the early 1830s, the Garden District has been the hub of beauty, drama, deception, and wealth, creating an enduring mystique. - Through the gates of Lafayette Cemetery, see the graves, hear about our family tomb days and why we share an Egyptian belief. - See how the gardens play a large role in our houses not flooding. - You will see homes of celebrities and those used in films and tv shows and we will let you in on a few secrets too. - At the end of the tour, your tour guide will happily give you insider tips on where to eat, what to see and where to enjoy. _ After the tour, you'll receive follow up information on the Garden District, in case you want to learn about even more. - So come explore this captivating neighborhood with us, where every home has a story.
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Witches Coven Walking Tour in New Orleans

Witches Coven Walking Tour in New Orleans

New Orleans Only Ancestral Witchcraft Tour Join us for a unique journey into New Orleans Garden District. This area is more than a home for the city's elite; it's a sanctuary for ancestral witches and their families. While the fictional Mayfair Witches may capture imaginations, our tour delves into the real history of witchcraft among New Orleans oldest Uptown families. Discover the hidden truths behind the city famous for ghosts, vampires, and other supernatural legends. Our exclusive tour reveals the authentic stories of witches who came before the popular TV series, books, and movies filmed in the city. Learn about the real witches who practiced, healed and changed lives with their services. Unlike any other tour, we offer a living experience as we guide you through these mystical tales because we live it.
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Beyond the French Quarter Bike Tour

Beyond the French Quarter Bike Tour

The tour begins with a ride through the Bywater and Marigny neighborhoods, home to history, art, and delightful shotgun houses. Your licensed tour guide will take you up Esplanade Ave, once known as “Creole Millionaires Row”. We’ll ride the oak lined avenue and marvel at the architecture, passing by Faubourg Treme and into Faubourg St. John. After a leisurely pedal through City Park, we’ll stop for a well-deserved break. Riders will have the opportunity to purchase beignets and café au lait at Cafe Du Monde. We then follow the trail of one of the oldest roads in the US - Bayou Road, the very reason New Orleans exists. Lastly we’ll pedal our way back through the historic French Quarter and the Marigny, admiring the sights along the way. Tour length: Approximately 9 miles Paved Paradise Tours is a small, owner-operated company that provides a truly local perspective. We live, work, and play in these neighborhoods; we'll show you hidden gems you'll want to revisit later.
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Night Cemetery Insiders Tour- New Orleans

Night Cemetery Insiders Tour- New Orleans

Join us on a journey through two of New Orleans’ hallowed historical cemeteries. On this tour, your master storyteller will lead you through a maze of above-ground tombs in Masonic Cemetery #1 and the Katrina Memorial at Charity Hospital Cemetery. From burial customs and traditions, to the history of the Masons and Catholics in New Orleans, to the deaths of thousands buried in the graveyard behind the Katrina Memorial, this tour will leave you with feelings of trepidation and excitement, as well as with a reverence for our city’s incredible history. This is a narrated 2-hour guided bus tour.
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2 Hours Boat Tour in Louisiana Bayous Near New Orleans

2 Hours Boat Tour in Louisiana Bayous Near New Orleans

One of the smallest boat tours in the area, guests feel personally engaged even on a full boat. This is more than a fun tour for all ages, it is a one-of-a-kind experience. Guests get a once in a lifetime glimpse of life on these bayous that only the locals know. Taken through several waterways, guests learn about everything they see, the ecosystem, local culture, local wildlife (especially alligators), and could encounter recreational or commercial fishermen in action. The only Parish 100% affected by Hurricane Katrina, guests will see and learn details of the flood, and the wall built after Hurricane Katrina to separate and protect our community from the Mississippi River Gulf Outlet, the cause of our area flooding. A stop at our camp on the bayou (which can only be accessed by water) serves as a restroom stop. Adult guests have the option to arrive prior to their experience or stay afterwards, to step inside the bayou bar on site to possibly meet and talk to the locals.
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