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New Orleans Mardi Gras World Behind-the-Scenes Tour
New Orleans Mardi Gras World Behind-the-Scenes Tour
New Orleans Mardi Gras World Behind-the-Scenes Tour
New Orleans Mardi Gras World Behind-the-Scenes Tour

New Orleans Mardi Gras World Behind-the-Scenes Tour

By Mardi Gras World
9.2 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$34 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Get a unique behind-the-scenes look at the makings of Mardi Gras with this all-access tour of Mardi Gras World in New Orleans. Perfect for the whole family, this self-guided tour shows you where the magnificent floats for the famous Mardi Gras parades are made. Witness the hard work and artistic skill that goes into every float, and learn about the history of the festive Mardi Gras tradition from your guide. Try on Mardi Gras costumes, pose with props, and enjoy a slice of famous King Cake after your tour! Self-guided tours begin every 30 minutes from 9am-4:30pm with a video presentation.

Activity location

  • Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World
    • 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl,
    • 70130-1805, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mardi Gras World
    • 1380 Port of New Orleans Place
    • 70130, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

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New Orleans Mardi Gras World Behind-the-Scenes Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m1h 30m
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00 am-5:30 pm
  • English
Price details
AU$33.84 x 1 AdultAU$33.84
Total
Price is AU$33.84

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSelf-guided walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedSlice of King Cake
  • What's includedWhat's includedShuttle pickup and drop-off from select city centre New Orleans locations
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour does not operate on Mardi Gras Day, Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day and Easter
  • Completed floats may not be along the tour route the week leading up to Fat Tuesday
  • Last admission is at 4:30pm

Activity itinerary

Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Mardi Gras World offers a complimentary shuttle for people taking our day tour with ten central pick-up spots. See images for shuttle pick-up locations. The shuttle is covered with photos of Mardi Gras World and has the logo on the side. There are no prearranged pick-ups, just call when you are at one of the designated spots and we will quickly pick you up. When you arrive at Mardi Gras World, located on the beautiful riverfront, you’ll start your self-guided tour of this famous facility. Tours begin every half hour from 9am-4:30pm. Explore the warehouses where artisans create spectacular Mardi Gras floats that are used in more than 40 parades each year. Admire the intricate designs and vibrant colours of these interesting, one-of-a-kind creations as your guide explains their meanings. Snap photos in front of the floats, pose with props, and try on Mardi Gras costumes with your friends and family. Top your experience off with a piece of King Cake, a delicious Mardi Gras tradition!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBlaine Kern's Mardi Gras World
    • 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl,
    • 70130-1805, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMardi Gras World
    • 1380 Port of New Orleans Place
    • 70130, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

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