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Top 3 tours in New Orleans
Make your stay in New Orleans complete with these things to do
- With Brett
1City Kickstart Tour: New Orleans
1.5 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €22.72 per person - With Holley
2The History of New Orleans: Jazz Origins Private Tour
3 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €40.89 per person - With Holley
3The Ultimate historical plantation Day Trip
4 hours • day tripsExploreFrom €88.96 per person
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Private tours with locals in New Orleans
Our locals will give you the best experiences that New Orleans has to offer
- With Brett
City Kickstart Tour: New Orleans
5.0 38 reviews1.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €22.72 per person - With Holley
The History of New Orleans: Jazz Origins Private Tour
5.0 38 reviews3 hours • city highlight toursfrom €40.89 per person - With Holley
The Ultimate historical plantation Day Trip
5.0 36 reviews4 hours • day tripsfrom €88.96 per person - With Neil
Treasures of New Orleans: Ghosts & Voodoo Tour
5.0 34 reviews2.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €46.94 per person
Explore New Orleans with our incredible locals
Learn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore New Orleans with locals
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What other guests say about our tours and locals
- 5.0
Jazzy history
"We had a great tour with Holley! She provided so much information about the history of music in New Orleans, along with the history of the city itself. She had lots of fun facts, anecdotes and even some singing. Holley is knowledgeable, engaging and fun. I would highly recommend this tour!"
- 5.0
Holley is the Best
"Holley met us at Congo Park because we happened to book the tour on the day of an outside music festival. She used the performances and the historic elements of the park (including a tree where offerings in the Voodoo tradition were left) to explain the culture and music of New Orleans. We then walked in the nearby neighborhood, listening to her great stories about jazz history. Our group included one current music producer and one former jazz dj; they both said they learned a lot in the tour. Holley was easy to talk to, full of anecdotes, and just rest to spend time with. Highly recommend! "
- 5.0
Herman about Brett
- 5.0
Ghost & voodoo tour
"Neil was an excellent guide. He was very knowledgeable and a great story teller. It was an easy going, and entertaining slow stroll through the streets of the French Quarter. Even stopped by the oldest bar in New Orleans (maybe the U.S) for a quick beer. Overall a great tour with a great guide. We highly recommend. Thanks again Neil"
- 5.0
Champion Jack Dupree
"What a thoroughly excellent experience my wife and I had yesterday evening. We had messaged Holley before we left UK as regards my wifes late father. He was a blues pianist from New Orleans and we wanted to see if we could get some closer information. Holley not only gave us a fantastic and in depth tour of N.O musical heritage but also information on Jack that we hadn't found ourselves. The experience of a sage blessing in memory of Jack around the tree in Congo Square was truly spiritual and humbling. We would Highly recommend Holley to anyone with or without an interest in music and history. Fantastic experience all round. Thank you Holley."
- 5.0
A true New Orleans and music passionate
"The tour with Holley was so interesting and fun! With her incredible passion for music and deep knowledge of history you can’t help falling in love with New Orleans, the people, the houses and of course the music. We come from Italy and we didn’t know anybody here, but Holley perfectly embodied the spirit of “with locals”, being a wonderful host for us and leaving us with the feeling of having a friend in the city :) "
- 5.0
Personable, knowledgeable and fun!
"Holley was not only knowledgeable, she was also very personable! She intertwined history, musical development and cultural impact into lively storytelling throughout our tour. We took part in local and historical traditions during our time with her, and visited some unique and hidden gems in the city. We also appreciated her willingness to recommend locations for dinner and performance venues throughout the city. She made our experience special and we feel like we left New Orleans with a new friend! If you are looking for a learning experience while in the city, we would highly recommend Withlocals and Holley!"
- 5.0
New Orleans Road Trip
"Brett was very informative and knowledgeable about the area. Such a lovely personality, right person for our tour. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Brett to anyone thinking of coming to New Orleans and using ‘withlocals’"
- 5.0
Great walk with Holley
"Holley covered the key New Orleans influences on the development of jazz. She was a wealth of information and local insights. Very friendly, interesting and informative. "
- 5.0
Great tour with Holley!
"We had a great private ghost tour with Holley. She was fun and knowledgeable and flexible depending on our interests. "
Enjoy the Best of the New Orleans
Like a Local
Private & Personalized Tours in New Orleans with a Local
When you hit the road and land in a new city like New Orleans, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.
Imagine having someone who lives and breathes New Orleans spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically New Orleans.
The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.
But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in New Orleans, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in New Orleans awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.
So, next time you're in New Orleans, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely New Orleans. Get ready to explore like a local!
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