Activites, Camps and After School Classes in New Orleans, LA

Because I am a long-term resident of the French Quarter, i can afford guests an insider's perspective of this unique neighborhood. My goal is to customize the tour according to guest's interests. Unlike other tours, this one goes beyond the tourist veneer and provides guests an authentic experience.

This tour takes you on an exploration. Learn about the pirates who helped found New Orleans. Visit where paranormal activity, including vampire sightings, have been a common occurrence for centuries & continue today. The guide will give background on the ghosts & vampires who are still roaming around the old, uneven and, yes, very dilapidated haunted streets of New Orleans. During this tour, an EMF meter, paranormal detector will be used.

This is a complete Mystical New Orleans Theme Entertainment Package for less than the price of just a single Tarot Reading in most Psychic Shops. This in itself is unique because you will not often see this offered elsewhere. "Modern Alchemy" Tarot is unique because it is based on the original and most Authentic Origins of the Tarot. Rather than stick to the cliché' and, often, one dimensional aspects of "Fortune Telling," it focus more on Personal Transformation, Creative Self Help, and things you can use to more fully enrich your life. It includes (but is not limited to) aspects of Jungian Psychology, Interpersonal Astrology, Modern Art & Theatre, and Mythic Story Telling. It is a Unique Interactive Experience for All. Plus... A Bonus French Quarter Haunted Walking on your way to the Party (learn local Ghost, Vampire, Voodoo Legends & More). Plus... Free Original Art & Music compliments of your Host, Dok Lazlo!

History, Architecture, and Creole Culture - this is a crash course on New Orleans! This is the best tour for people who want to know everything there is to know about the Crescent City. Our 2 hour, historical-walking tour has plenty of fun facts and true stories to entertain even the veteran visitor to the city. We will answer often asked questions such as: • Why build a city in a swamp? • Why is it call it a po-boy sandwich? • Was there really a streetcar named Desire? The historic landmarks you will visit are: • Jackson Square and the Saint Louis Cathedral • Jean Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Tavern • First Pharmacy in the United States • Old Ursuline Convent, the oldest building in New Orleans *** We also offer an 8:00 AM, Early Bird Tour. Beat the heat and the crowds on this tour for the morning person. This time is also recommended for those photography-minded individuals. A Sunrise Option is available by request for a small additional fee (call for more information).***

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. From burial customs and traditions, to the history of the Masons and Catholics in New Orleans. 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.

Take a journey through Laura Plantation, spying other historic plantations as you travel the Great River Road. View stunning architecture and sugar cane fields. The tour is a 75-minute guided tour of the Laura Plantation main house, gardens and slave quarters. Located on the West bank of the Mississippi in the heart of Plantation Country. The main house dates from 1805 and has been restored to the time when it functioned as both a family home and the office for the sugar plantation. Continue the tour on the grounds with 12 buildings on the National Register. After your plantation tour we will head down to Westwego Louisiana where you have a chance to enjoy a sit down lunch (AT OWN EXPENSE). After lunch we will take you across the Cajun Swamp where you take a 90 minutes cover pontoon low-speed boat ride. The Captains will navigate their way through the swamp. You will learn about Louisiana Wetlands, the inhabitants of the swamp, the life and habits of the American Alligators.

Warning! This tour is only for the brave! We provide the original and finest night-time cemetery tour. This experience gives guests the opportunity to learn about our unique above ground burial procedures and storied past by venturing into actual graveyards after dark. Many have left this experience feeling haunted, or even captured photographs which can only be described as paranormal, so bring your camera!

Venture into the interior of one of the wildest swamps in America on this guided, half-day tour of Honey Island, Louisiana near New Orleans. Join a professional wetland ecologist on a personalized, narrated tour. This protected nature reserve hosts an abundance of wildlife, from egrets and herons, to otters and alligators. The boats are covered to provide shade from the hot Louisiana sun, and cover when the skies open up. A New Orleans French Quarter hotel pickup and drop-off is included.  Note: this tour only offers pick up and drop off from the French Quarter.

The Mardi Gras School of Cooking does small, intimate hands-on classes in the French Quarter. Classes are more like a dinner party with friends. Feel welcomed into our kitchens by the Chefs themselves. From the moment you arrive until you roll out the door our Chefs are friendly, personable and entertaining. Not to mention their culinary skills are impecable. Our minimum class size is 2 people. A solo traveler may join an already scheduled class. Call us to hear about the available classes.

This tour provides an insider’s perspective, with opportunities to walk around on your own and take in the rich history of New Orleans. Relax in our bus with small group sizes and visit historic neighborhoods, including the French Quarter, Treme, Faubourgs St. John and Marigny, Garden and Warehouse Districts as well as a stop in one of our St. Louis Cemeteries. Enjoy a relaxing ride and experience the unique highlights of the Crescent City. The tour is 2.5 hours and offers hotel pick-up.

Experience a pilgrimage back in time to the Antebellum South on this small-group van tour. Visit two Louisiana plantations, including an elegant lunch at Houmas House on the famous Mississippi River Road! Enjoy a narrated scenic drive out of New Orleans and along the shores of Lake Ponchartrain.

Made by local artists and game designers and full of one-of-a-kind charm, this experience is especially great for parties of friends or families to play, connect and make memories together. At 45-minutes, it's the perfect activity to break up a day of sight-seeing, and the comfy chairs and playful games give your group a chance to relax physically without letting up on fun, thrills, and time together

Delve into the history of the French Quarter on a 2-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable guide who shares the legends and landmarks of this fascinating city. At a relaxed pace, take in the Mississippi River, French Market, St Louis Cathedral, the Cabildo, the Presbytere, Jackson Square and more. Visit historic buildings and secluded courtyards, see famous literary and silver screen locations, and learn about Creole culture. Your entertaining guide provides a deep understanding of the forces that shaped the Big Easy.

Please arrive by 5:30pm for early boarding. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by a ship staff member to take you onboard. Start the night off with a complimentary Champagne cocktail and get front row access to the Dukes of Dixieland before dining. After enjoying the tunes and maybe a little dancing, settle into your reserved table in the dining room for a dinner buffet featuring local favorites. If you are looking for a little more, upgrade your cruise to include an open call brand bar. After dinner, take a tour of the vessel led by the first mate. Don’t miss this opportunity to cruise through New Orleans in style on an exclusive VIP cruise that can’t be booked anywhere else! Please note the Steamboat NATCHEZ is taking some time off, but her sister vessel, the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will be taking her place. You’ll get the same authentic riverboat experience and all the beautiful New Orleans sites, while also exploring the newly renovated riverboat.

Immerse yourself in the mystical heart of New Orleans with our authentic Voodoo & French Quarter Cultural Experience. This captivating walking tour reveals the true stories behind New Orleans' most fascinating spiritual traditions while exploring the historic French Quarter's hidden cultural treasures. What You'll Discover: Authentic Voodoo History: Learn about Marie Laveau, the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, and her lasting legacy French Quarter Cultural Heritage: Explore the unique blend of French, Spanish, African, and Caribbean influences Mystical Traditions: Understand the real practices and beliefs behind New Orleans voodoo Historic Architecture: Discover ornate Creole cottages and Spanish colonial buildings Cultural Storytelling: Hear authentic tales from expert guides with deep local knowledge Sacred Sites: Visit locations significant to New Orleans' spiritual history

Tour the oldest stable in New Orleans. Meet the mules of Royal Carriages and get a behind the scenes tour of the oldest carriage company in the US. Afterwards, embark on a cultural and historic tour of the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans. Discover what makes the Marigny neighborhood unique and the vast cultural significance of the area on the United States. Hear about local legends, both hero and villain on this tour.

• 2-hour food tour in the French Quarter • Learn the difference between Cajun and Creole cooking  • Visit some of the most historic restaurants in the French Quarter • Enjoy tasting authentic New Orleans cuisine 

Join us for a thrilling Paranormal Investigation in New Orleans! Step beyond the traditional walking ghost tours and dive into an authentic ghost-hunting experience in the heart of the French Quarter. With exclusive access to our hanted locations, you'll uncover the mysteries of the supernatural like never before. WHAT TO EXPECT EXCLUSIVE ACCESS: Investigate inside two haunted locations (locations vary nightly). HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE: Learn to use real paranormal equipment, including SLS Cameras, REM pods, k2 meters, MEL Meters, and spirits boxes. CAPTURE EVIDENCE: Record your own audio, photo, and video evidence of paranormal activity. EXPERT GUIDANCE: Be led by experienced paranormal investigators. INTIMATE GROUP: Enjoy a personalized experience with a small group of no more than 13 participants. Custom and Private Experiences available. Contact us at 504-321-3366 (WhatsApp +1 504-321-3366)

See the bright lights of New Orleans at night on a 30 or 45 minute sightseeing flight! While listening to commentary from the pilot, relax in a small sightseeing plane that seats a maximum of four passengers. Gaze down at illuminated city attractions such as the Port of New Orleans, Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Mississippi River and more, and admire nighttime views of the French Quarter. If there is a sight that you particularly want to see, simply let the pilot know! The itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to the sights that the group want to see.

Mardi Gras Mambo Tours (MGMT) has captured the essence of what makes Nola enchanted... it's mystic art, cuisine, and of course spirits. MGMT brings brands together by creating exclusive experiences. We specialize in branding and hosting the most unique events New Orleans has to offer. This open bar cocktail tour brings you to Mardi Gras world & Seven Three Distillery. Shuttle services are provided kids are welcomed must be 21 to drink. We also offer a selection of freshly made charcuterie options guests may add to tour packages at an extra cost. Our charcuterie selections are perfect for events, business meetings and other gatherings. Please contact us for more information.

Go beyond New Orleans to tour two grand Louisiana plantations on the banks of the Mississippi River. At Whitney Plantation, see the harsh realities and raw historical facts of a dark side of American history. The slave narratives and artwork recreate the world of a pre-Civil War southern sugar plantation and memorial in honor of the lives of the enslaved people who toiled there. Take a short drive down the Great River Road, admiring other plantations from afar and learning their unique stories. Pause in front of Oak Alley Plantation's famous oak-lined esplanade before arriving at your last stop, Laura Plantation. Hear personal stories of those who lived there, surrounded by sweeping sugarcane fields and historically significant slave quarters. This small-group tour allows a limited number of people to ensure a more personalized attention from your guide.