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Shop your way through Magazine Street with a stylist

Step into the heart of New Orleans style with me, an insider and fashion stylist who has worked with superstars like Missy Elliott, Taylor Swift, and Christina Aguilera, as we explore the chicest shopping destinations in the Big Easy. This curated experience will help elevate your style and immerse you in the flair of this historic town. • Start out with a cocktail (or mocktail) and a warm welcome at Commander’s Palace, one of New Orleans’ most treasured and historic restaurants. I’ll get to know a bit about you and your personal style. • Venture out on an expertly curated stroll down Magazine Street, stopping at boutiques that showcase a blend of local designers, vintage gems, and sophisticated finds. • Pause along the way for photo ops at scenic spots to commemorate the outing. I’ll offer personalized styling tips and guidance throughout our tour. You’ll leave with insider knowledge of this important fashion street, and maybe a new piece or two for your wardrobe.

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Go beyond the canvas with visual artist

Step inside the artist’s studio and learn how large-scale murals come to life. Enter the studio Hear how art, culture, and resistance shape each mural. View key works Get the story behind standout pieces on display. Get hands-on Interact with tools and materials used in public art. Go backstage Step into the private work area and ask final questions.

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Tastefully Traveled: Signature Gems in Marigny & Bywater

Taste your way through the Bywater/Marigny with us — a New Orleans culinary connoisseur and a travel guru — on a flavorful, story-filled journey. From cozy cafés to innovative bistros, you'll experience the dishes that define this eclectic food scene while hearing our stories as locals. • Kick off your experience with a visit to a hidden gem nestled inside Hotel Peter & Paul. Sip on a welcome cocktail and take in the serene charm of the courtyard, all while savoring a seasonal small plate—like smoked Gulf fish dip or charred okra—that perfectly sets the tone for the flavorful journey ahead. • Next, indulge in a steaming bowl of rich, roux-based New Orleans-style gumbo at a hot spot that blends Creole comfort with Korean flavors. It’s soulful and the perfect dish to spark conversation and connection. • Wrap the tour on the sweetest note—because we don’t believe in bland endings. Treat yourself to a praline-stuffed beignet or cool off with a craft snowball bursting with artisanal flavors—both by bold, woman-owned spots serving up sugar, charm, and Southern pride. You’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for one of the city’s most enticing food scenes — and the passionate locals who are bringing it to life, one bite at a time.

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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 1007 reviews

Ghost Tour and Haunted Pub Crawl Party

Get Ready to Party! This Scary Tour and Haunted Pub Crawl includes drinks, and it will be a blast. New Orleans is the most Haunted city in America. The spirits of the dead roam around the streets of the French Quarter and Marigny Neighborhood at night. We will take you the most visited ghost locations, and stop at 3 haunted bars. Along the way, We will share with you the horrendous stories of over 300 years of the dead. DO THIS YOUR FIRST NIGHT! We will meet at the Old U.S Mint. From there, we will see sites like the Madam Delphine Lalaurie's Haunted House based on the "American Horror Story" series, John Lafitte's Haunted Pirate Bar, The Dragon's Den (Home of Aleister Crowley the Satanist), Madam John's Legacy, MRB Brothel (resting place of Mary the Beauty), the MOST haunted hotel in America The Andrew Jackson Hotel, Old Ursuline Convent (Home of the Casket girls) and many more. Along the way we'll stop for drinks, and ONE DRINK OR SHOT IS INCLUDED IN MY PARTY BAG! Other things to note... Bring your camera TO CATCH GHOST and APPARITION ORBS!

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 277 reviews

Charming New Orleans photos by Roxana

Hey there, I’m Roxana a New Orleans photographer. I been doing this for over 6 years. Once you book with me I will be sending you a few details about our photoshoot in the next days. We will be walking to the French quarter and also talk about our city and the history behind but this is experience is more about a professional photoshoot. At the end of you stay here you will be talking home great pictures in our unique city. Pictures will be ready in ( 5-10 business days ) If you need them before feel free to ask. Group session& private session is different is you have any additional questions feel free to ask. If you want a specific date and it’s not on the app feel free to message me and request the date. You will have the option to take photos at the beautiful and unique French quarter or the beautiful city park but please let me know before because French quarter and city park is not in the same area.

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 812 reviews

The Haunted French Quarter Tour

Mysterious Hauntings ✦ Mind-Blowing History ✦ Murders Experience the French Quarter's hauntings, true crime, vampire legends, and the most incredible true stories you've ever heard -- from local guides who love our history. ✦ Small group, personalized tour ✦ Fun extras like visuals that bring the history to life, a polaroid of your group ✦ Bar break at historic Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop , a building from the 1780s! We share the chilling and hilarious truth about the wildest hauntings and legends in New Orleans history, so you get much more than two hours entertainment: you'll take home a piece of New Orleans you'll never forget! Each tour is personalized for you, and can take your requests. But stories may include: The Casket Girls, LaLaurie Mansion, the serial killer Ax Man of New Orleans, some true history on the Voudou religion and Queen Marie Laveaux, St. Germain (vampire or New Age messiah? either way, he was thirsty), the haunting of Muriel's Restaurant, and much more!

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 77 reviews

The French Quarter History Tour

Walk the historic French Quarter on this small-group tour, and hear the wildest true stories you've ever experienced. We go beyond just names and dates, to bring you the secrets, scandals, and strange adventurers that formed New Orleans: from the Chitimacha tribe that settled here before our French & Spanish colonies, to the jazz age, and beyond! We customize every tour for the group's interests, and provide fun extras like a polaroid of your group, photos and visuals, and more! There will even be a break for refreshments in the middle. Hear the rich history of our fascinating city, and take home a piece of New Orleans you'll remember forever!

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 1388 reviews

Hoodoo, Voodoo and a Bottle of Rum

A short walk through Congo Square culminating in a talk at my studio in the Treme neighborhood about Hoodoo, Voodoo, Black Carnival Traditions, the deeds and misdeeds of my own Louisiana Creole ancestors and other lesser known aspects of New Orleans history and culture. In my studio rum bar you will enjoy a shot of rum and a chance to check out my art and black masking Indian attire. My house has long been a place where friends come to ground themselves in the cultural vibration of the city. I am so excited to now share this experience with you! GREAT FOR GROUPS AS WELL AS INDIVIDUAL TRAVELERS!! Other things to note: THIS IS NOT A TOUR. It’s not focused on site seeing but rather an EXPERIENCE that uses a few sites as a backdrop, so if you are looking for a site seeing tour this will not meet your expectations. With that said, while the majority of my presentation will be at my studio, we will also walk the equivalent of six blocks through the park and stand in one place for long periods. Please wear comfortable shoes and stay hydrated because the heat can be oppressive, especially in the summer. BTW - NO PHOTOS of my studio or myself are allowed, thank U.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 642 reviews

Cemetery & Garden District Bike Tour

We begin the tour by visiting one of the City's above ground cemeteries, St. Joseph’s, where your tour guide will tell you about the unique way New Orleans celebrates death and why our cemeteries are called “cities of the dead”. We then roll under the shade of the live oak tree lined streets of the Garden District. You will marvel at the beautiful mansions owned by wealthy merchants of the past and celebrities of the present. Time permitting, we will cruise through the Irish Channel to see its colorful shotgun houses, neighborhood restaurants, and hole-in-the-wall po’boy shops. You’ll enjoy a great view of New Orleans’ “Uptown” in 2 to 2.5 hours. Other things to note: -Please dress for the weather and be prepared to be in the sun. -Helmets are not required in the City of New Orleans, but we will provide you with one. -We have a 2 rider minimum (can be separate bookings). If the minimum is not met, we will contact you to reschedule. -Tour is approximately 2 to 2.5 hours and 5 miles long. -Our guides are great, please don't forget them. Gratuity is not included in the price.

5 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

CityWide Driving Tour w/ Local Jazz Musician

This tour is meant to be a once-in-lifetime experience! During our half-day customized private tour you, your friends, and family will get to SEE ALL OF NEW ORLEANS IN JUST 4 HOURS. It goes by quickly as we will be driving in a tour vehicle with a bit of walking to get BEIGNETS and take pictures with my 24MP 4KCamera at Beautiful Murals throughout the city. DO THIS ON YOUR FIRST DAY! We will visit local historic landmarks including: - French Quarter - Marigny/Bywater - Treme - Garden District - City Park/Cafe Du Monde - St. Louis # 3 Cemetery - 9th Ward Hurricane Katrina Damage/ Musicians Village - Uptown St Charles Mansions/Tulane University We will typically stop for Po-Boy Sandwiches or Delicious Beignets Midway through the tour! As a local Jazz Musician, I will share my in-depth knowledge of the history, culture, and music of this intriguing city. As my private guest you will gain a behind-the-scenes look at what makes this place so special. It's like having a friend give you the unscripted, insider's take on the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Big Easy. You will have the kind of undivided attention you just won't get to have on large group city tours. Please message me to tailor and customize this tour to your exact likes and interests. Whether if its Food, French Quarter Architecture, African American History, Jazz, Ghost Folklore, or Murals.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 1260 reviews

Streets of Sin Tour - True Crime / Dark History Experience

This is a tour for adults only (17+). Streets of Sin doesn't pull punches on the grim and gory details of the stories you'll hear. This tour explores the disturbing secrets and truths about New Orleans, going back to the founding of the colony. The city’s sinister energy is buried deep inside every brick, nail, piece of steel and wood that makes up what is known as the Streets of Sin. On any given night you may hear stories about Notorious Sex Workers, Mafia, Love Gone Wrong, Wicked Fires, Conspiracy, Human Torture and Twisted Murder...the stories are always evolving. This experience will immerse you into the deep Sin of New Orleans on levels no movie, podcast or other tour could ever imagine. Leave behind all the partying and music for a bit and join us on the “Empire of Sin/Way of the Wicked Walking Tour.” **The 9am "Coffee with Killers" experience includes a coffee stop. Your choice of Coffee/Tea/Hot Chocolate included.** The tour covers approximately a mile of distance over 1.5 hours, but you won't be counting steps. There will be no less than seven stops of haunted sites and former crime scenes. These stories are unlike any other tour for the simple fact that we dive deep into the specific details of some of the goriest stories New Orleans has to offer. Which is why this is an adult only experience. If you want a PG-13 experience with kids, my tour is not for you.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1070 reviews

History of the Queer Underground French Quarter Tour

A 2 hour deep dive into the joy, heartbreak, and history of the New Orleans Queer Underground from the 1850s to the present. Follow the stories of sex worker street gangs, drag queens working for the mafia, jazz artists, and the queer community of today to discover the ways the queer underbelly of New Orleans has shaped the history of the entire world. This tour unapologetically centers the least respectable women and queer people possible for a bottom-up history of the sex in the city-celebrating their agency, creativity, joy, and brilliance in the face of some of the worst conditions you can possibly imagine without shame or judgment. With over 900 five star reviews, calling the tour “hilarious”, “deeply researched”, and “a life changing experience”, the tour restores New Orleans to its rightful place in Queer History as one of the most dynamic cultures shaping what it even means to be queer.This tour will have you leave knowing that every time you hit a dance floor, tip a performer, or walk through the street proudly, you are participating in a worldwide, generations-long history of resistance. Or at least you can tell yourself that. All tours are led by artist, G-list Tiktok celebrity, community organizer, and alleged spirit medium Quinn L Bishop. This tour was previously run under the name Nola Drag Tours

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 2079 reviews

New Orleans Street Art & Mural Walk ft. Banksy

From the bustling streets of the 9th Ward to the edge of the historic French Quarter, come experience towering murals and hidden street art while learning about the city's underground art scene. Discover a side of New Orleans that never made it into commercial travel guides on one of the most colorful tours in the city. You'll also get an insider's take on some of the city's most exciting neighborhoods, music venues, and restaurants during your time with us—and plenty of great photo ops! We'll explore the largest concentration of street art, murals, and graffiti in New Orleans, painted by world-famous artists like Banksy, Rebeka Skela, Crude Things, Jeremy Novy, Nicky Davis and Laurel True, as well as local artists such as Leluna, Swan, Henry Lipkis, Lillian Aquinaga and Jay McKay. By the end of the walk, you'll know more about our public art than most locals. Everyone loves this tour! Solo travelers, friends, couples, kids, dogs—you're sure to have a great time. Please note that the tour ends at the edge of the French Quarter! It DOES NOT return to its starting location! Experience goes for two hours and fifteen minutes with a break midway through our stroll. Private and group tours are also available! Feel free to message us if you have any questions.

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