365 Things to Do in New Orleans - Compared & Priced
Compared across Viator & TripAdvisor · Prices from $5
What to do in New Orleans spans cultural experiences, food tours, walking tours and day trips. This page ranks New Orleans's standouts and prices each, then BookingWolf beats the lowest - instantly where we can, by negotiating with the operator where we can't.
About New Orleans
New Orleans's catalogue runs to 365 bookable tours across 13 categories, led by Cultural (100) and Day Trips (67). The most-reviewed operator is Audubon Aquarium with 16,066 reviews.
What Sets New Orleans Apart
Strong focus on cultural experiences
Diverse food tour options
High review volumes across operators
Top Activities in New Orleans
The best-rated option in each category, side by side.
Confirmation: 90% confirm instantly when you book — no waiting on operator approval.
How long they run: The average tour is about 2.7 hours. The longest is Airport Transfer, Hourly Charter, Point-to-Point by T&A Private Transportation New Orleans - Limousine & Shuttle at 24 hours — pack accordingly.
What you'll pay: The median New Orleans tour is around $63; the cheapest options sit well below that and the longest day-trips well above. Each tour on this page shows the current price on Viator and TripAdvisor.
Cancellation, confirmation and pricing vary by tour — confirm on the booking site before paying.
When to Go & What to Budget
Price band: budget-friendly
Notes: With tours starting at $5, options are accessible for budget travelers.
New Orleans offers a variety of tours including 100 cultural experiences, 67 day trips, and 50 walking tours.
Which operator has the highest reviews in New Orleans?
The Audubon Aquarium is the most-reviewed operator with 16,066 reviews.
Are there food tours in New Orleans?
Yes, there are 43 food tours available, including offerings from the Mardi Gras School of Cooking.
What is the price range for tours in New Orleans?
Tours in New Orleans start from $5, making it budget-friendly.
How We Compared New Orleans's Tours
We checked 365 New Orleans tours across Viator and TripAdvisor in May 2026, grouped them by activity type, and picked the standout in each based on rating, review volume, and price. Ratings draw on the verified reviews aggregated under each operator. Prices were last checked in May 2026 and change — confirm on the booking site before paying.
