What to do in New Orleans, LA

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New Orleans
French Quarter showing a city, street scenes and heritage architecture
New Orleans
New Orleans
New Orleans

New Orleans Tourist Attractions & Activities

You’re keen to set course in a new direction. Never one to shy away from broadening your horizons and imaginative ways to get your kicks, you’re prepared to explore an exciting travel spot like a pro. Up next: New Orleans! It’s not challenging to fill your days, because Expedia Australia can hook you up with loads of things to do. Find and book your activities now, and all you'll have left to do is pack your bags and start daydreaming.

  • The activities in New Orleans are not only among the best, but they won’t cost an arm and a leg. We have 477 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just AU$8. Get your favourite tours and excursions on Expedia Australia for a great price, and you'll still have money for a top hotel or fine meal while you’re travelling.
  • New Orleans is popular among sightseers. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next holiday to this cityto check out local hot spots and participate in the best activities. The most popular things to do can grab the curiosity of even seasoned globetrotters, and one look at our list explains why. Our collection includes a wide range of historically based tours and excitement. From one-of-a kind ways to discover the best this area has to provide like a Quad bike Adventure & Brewery Tour to once in a lifetime adventures like the Worimi Sand Dunes Quad bike Tour, there is a huge selection of opportunities at your disposal when you browse through all the things you can do here at Expedia Australia.

Our activities are the ideal way to organise your holiday. You'll need an expert itinerary to best get the feel for New Orleans, particularly when you long to include a lot of exciting activities. And it's clear that you're someone who likes to get out and about—you're ready to get out and see what life is like for locals. You look forward to checking off the best activities around, and an afternoon walking through charming neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Book professional regional tours on Expedia Australia, and leave your map behind.


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What to do in New Orleans


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French Quarter featuring a city, heritage architecture and street scenes

French Quarter

4.5/5(113 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.

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New Orleans Central Business District

4.5/5(74 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in New Orleans Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Canal Street and Caesars Superdome, and jump on the metro at Carondelet at Poydras Stop or Poydras Street Stop to see more of the city.

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Garden District

Unique features of Garden District include the gardens and restaurants. Make a stop by Lafayette Cemetery or New Orleans Fire Museum Fire Station while you're exploring the area.

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Arts/Warehouse District

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. Top attractions like National World War II Museum and Lafayette Square are major draws, and you can catch the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.

Arts/Warehouse District
St Louis Cemetery which includes heritage elements

Mid-City District

If you're spending time in Mid-City District, check out sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Mahalia Jackson Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.

Mid-City District
Mardi Gras World featuring interior views and art as well as an individual female

Lower Garden District

4/5(6 area reviews)

Travellers love Lower Garden District for its beautiful gardens, and you can see more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Port of New Orleans and National World War II Museum.

Lower Garden District

 

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