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  • New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise
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    New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise

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    Board your riverboat to the delightful tunes of the Steam Calliope. Experience the sights and sounds of river life that enchanted characters of history and...
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  • New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option
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    New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option

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    Ready for the ultimate New Orleans night out? Step aboard a classic riverboat for a dinner jazz cruise on the mighty Mississippi River — one...
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  • Sunday Jazz Brunch Cruise in New Orleans

    Sunday Jazz Brunch Cruise in New Orleans

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    On this Sunday brunch cruise, travel along the Mississippi River while enjoying live jazz music and savoring a lovely buffet brunch, if option selected. Otherwise,...
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  • Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans

    Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans

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    Cruise into a brilliant and romantic sunset aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen! Underneath enchanting skyline views enjoy the lively sounds from Sullivan Dabney, Jr. and the Muzik Jazz...
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  • VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

    VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

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    Please arrive by 5:30pm for early boarding. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by a ship staff member to take you onboard. Start the night off...
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  • Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans
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    Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans

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    Get ready to PARTY!! This Premium 3-hour tour INCLUDES 2 DRINKS, and will take you beyond Bourbon Street to the music clubs, and cocktail bars...
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  • New Orleans Jazz History and Music Walking Tour

    New Orleans Jazz History and Music Walking Tour

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    Few cities rival New Orleans’ nightlife thanks to its thrilling music scene. From authentic dixieland to big brass and every other jazz style in between,...
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  • New Orleans Music Heritage Tour

    New Orleans Music Heritage Tour

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    Dig into the musical history of New Orleans with this 2-hour music and heritage tour. Listen to songs and the stories behind them as you learn more...
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  • New Orleans Music Tour

    New Orleans Music Tour

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    Although New Orleans is heavily associated with Jazz, this tour will show how every form of American popular music is informed by New Orleans. As...
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  • New Orleans Street Art and Mural Walk ft. Banksy

    New Orleans Street Art and Mural Walk ft. Banksy

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    This is the first and only tour in New Orleans specifically created for travelers who love contemporary street art, local history, and urban exploration! It's...
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  • Citywide Driving Tour with Local Jazz Musician

    Citywide Driving Tour with Local Jazz Musician

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    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...
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  • Music Party Bike Ride

    Music Party Bike Ride

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    It’s a Party. It’s a Ride. It’s a Party Bike Ride! Music. Light Up Bikes with Basket & Cupholders Fun, Responsible Guide / DJ It’s...
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  • French Quarter Walking Tour: LGBTQ History, Literary History, and Voodoo

    French Quarter Walking Tour: LGBTQ History, Literary History, and Voodoo

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    Because I am a long-term resident of the French Quarter, i can afford guests an insider's perspective of this unique neighborhood. My goal is to...
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     90 to 120 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • New Orleans Music Walking Tour

    New Orleans Music Walking Tour

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    Explore the world’s richest musical city. Starting with Louis Armstrong Park and Congo Square, historic site of African slave gatherings, it is the only place...
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  • New Orleans Music Tour

    New Orleans Music Tour

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    Explore the world’s richest musical city, starting with the legendary Preservation Hall. Visit the site of the Old French Opera House and stroll through the...
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  • Private Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans
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    Private Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans

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    Get ready to PARTY!! This 3-hour private tour will take you beyond Bourbon Street to the music clubs, and cocktail bars of Frenchmen Street, the...
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  • 45-Minute Marigny Triangle Highlights Tour in New Orleans

    45-Minute Marigny Triangle Highlights Tour in New Orleans

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    You will want to experience this famous city as much as possible, but you will find there is so much to see and do! Our...
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  • Welcome to New Orleans: Private Half-Day Highlights Walking Tour
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    Welcome to New Orleans: Private Half-Day Highlights Walking Tour

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    Enjoy a leisurely walk around this beautiful, storied city, seeking out the friendly characters, historic spots and gorgeous architecture that is New Orleans. Visit the...
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  • Private Art and Street Art Tour of New Orleans with Lunch

    Private Art and Street Art Tour of New Orleans with Lunch

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    Nola Detours offers an exclusive private Art Tour of New Orleans with curated galleries, street art (including abandoned buildings) art murals, and art history. The...
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     3 to 4 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation
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  • Historical Tour and Musical Show at Dew Drop Inn New Orleans

    Historical Tour and Musical Show at Dew Drop Inn New Orleans

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    Step back in time with our guided tour & jazz show at a legendary New Orleans landmark of musical and cultural heritage. Discover the venue...
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  • A Locals' Music Tour

    A Locals' Music Tour

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    Come tour this Music Mecca with a 6th generation New Orleanian. We will tour the French Quarter, Treme and Marigny neighborhoods talking music history and...
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