The best family-friendly activities in New Orleans for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

All of our tours are authentic places to visit while in New Orleans that tourists don’t get to see. We are proud to support local,...
$27

As culture-bearers for the city of New Orleans, all of our guides are actively involved in participating and/or performing in various productions and venues that...
$40

This fast-paced tour is ideal if you are short on time and want to see as much of the city as possible, or if you...
$20

We want to share with you the New Orleans that made us who we are, as we bike through the historic and colorful neighborhoods of...
$55

Discover one of New Orleans’ most beautiful and historic neighbourhoods – the Garden District. Wander past grand antebellum mansions, see the Lafayette Cemetery and explore...
$15

Our guides are by far the most skillful and very personally connected to NOLA history and culture, and no one else is doing this exact...
$29

Creole Kids Tour in New Orleans
Take a stroll back in time on this unique 90 minute walking tour of the French Quarter. The teacher-led Creole Kids Tour leads elementary aged...
$30

New Orleans is famous for its connection to ghosts, spirits, and the supernatural. With centuries of fascinating and sometimes dark history, the city has earned...
$39

As you stroll with us, you'll learn about the fascinating beginnings of our city that shaped this world-famous neighborhood. Discover the must-see spots in the...
$37

Learn about the unique French and Spanish architecture of New Orleans as well as the history of the French Quarter....
$32

Step off the beaten path and immerse yourself in the true essence of New Orleans that most tourists miss. I’ll take you to hidden food...
$20

A Rich Cultural and Ecological Experience of Louisiana! The Swamp Kayak Tour, Cajun Food, Plantation Tour Experience: • Transportation to and from New Orleans •...
$199

This tour combines the private Manchac Swamp with Whitney Plantation. A decade ago Whitney Plantation, circa 1752, opened its doors to the public for the...
$131

As a department of the Preservation Resource Center, Save Our Cemeteries is the only non-profit tour operator directly supporting restoration, education, and advocacy in New...
$25

Bring your family on the only kid friendly ghost hunt in town! Your kids will learn ghost hunting techniques as well as use ghost hunting...
$27

New Orleans Sightseeing Flight
Soar above New Orleans on a 30 or 45 minute sightseeing flight, and enjoy aerial views of the southern city's showstopping sights! While aboard the...
$163

Infectious outbreaks have plagued New Orleans for centuries, and if you're a bit curious about the strange history of our city, you'll want to look...
$37

If you only have a short amount of time but you want to see as much of the French Quarter as possible, this is your...
$20

This tour is done on a privately owned wildlife refuge, so what that means for our guests is that there are no other boats. We...
$60

With a collection of over 4,000 artifacts spanning 13 Southern states and 350 years of history from colonial times to the present, the Museum of...
$15

