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New Orleans in a Day: Includes 75-Minute Riverboat Cruise

4.5(444)New Orleans1 hour
VIATOR4.1(175)TRIPADVISOR4.7(269)

Description

Inspired by Viator's Top Things to Do in New Orleans, our New Orleans in a Day Tour offers the best of the city in one unforgettable half-day tour! This curated sightseeing experience includes a guided exploration of iconic neighborhoods like the French Quarter and Garden District with "scroll-stopping" photo stops along the way at top attractions and city highlights, including free time for lunch to sample classic New Orleans cuisine. End your perfect day aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS on a relaxing 75-minute Mississippi River cruise featuring captain's narration, open bars and panoramic views from four decks.

Tour Options

New Orleans in a Day - Route 1
  • 75-Minute Cruise at 1:00PM: This option includes our 75-Minute Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS Cruise departing at 1:00PM.
New Orleans in a Day - Route 2
  • 75-Minute Cruise at 3:30PM: This option includes our 75-Minute Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS Cruise departing at 3:30PM.

Itinerary

30 min

See iconic sites in the New Orleans French Quarter.

30 min

Head to historic Jackson Square, home of the Cabildo and Presbytere museums.

Admission included75 min

Enjoy live captain's narration and incredible sights on a 75-minute river cruise.

60 min

Learn about New Orleans City Park.

30 min

Learn about the historic Garden District.

Admission not included30 min

Learn about the National WWII Museum.

30 min

Purchase beignets and coffee at the famous Café Du Monde.

120 min

Enjoy the best of the New Orleans in one unforgettable half-day tour!

Highlights

Expert local tour guide
75-Minute Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS Cruise
Lunch break at an iconic New Orleans establishment with classic New Orleans cuisine for purchase
Narrated city highlights bus tour featuring top New Orleans attractions and iconic neighborhoods
Photo Ops Galore
A half day curated New Orleans sightseeing experience

What's included

Included
Expert local tour guide
75-Minute Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS Cruise
Lunch break at an iconic New Orleans establishment with classic New Orleans cuisine for purchase
Narrated city highlights bus tour featuring top New Orleans attractions and iconic neighborhoods
Photo Ops Galore
A half day curated New Orleans sightseeing experience
Not included
Gratuities
Lunch
Optional beignets and coffee at Cafe du Monde

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In order to help preserve the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point, just a short stroll from most downtown hotels
  • Tour vehicles are equipped for wheelchair storage. If wheelchairs collapse and fold, they can be placed in the storage compartment on the coach. If the wheelchair is a scooter, then special arrangements need to be made with the supplier for a handicap-accessible bus. This must be arranged 48 hours prior to tour date. Contact details will be on your voucher.
  • Coaches are unable to accommodate motorized scooters. If customers are able to get off the scooter, they can board bus and leave their scooter at the ticket office.

Reviews(444)

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Mervin_W
June 21, 2026
Although this was our 3rd...

Although this was our 3rd NOLA trip, this tour made it the best. It was very informative and educational, showing us things and places we had never experienced and probably would not have experienced otherwise.

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Jennifer_H
June 20, 2026
Spend A Day In The Big Easy!

Great tour of the city if you are only there for a short amount of time! Very knowledgeable tour guide! Saw everything we wanted to see in one day!

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Kim C
June 19, 2026
You can have it all… in a tour.

This was no ordinary tour. From the moment of arrival, Michelle and Ella took time to learn our names, find out where we were from, and actually connect with each of us. We were not shepherded from place to place, we were on an adventure led by Michelle and Ella. There was an incredible amount of fun and information in this tour, and was perfect if you only have one day in New Orleans. Michael was our incredible driver, and the van was a perfect refuge from the rain and heat. The riverboat cruise was the perfect end to the day, even though it rained the whole time. I learned a lot about why New Orleans is easy to love. Thanks!

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F6581KEtheresas
June 1, 2026
Informative and good value

Our original booking got canceled but Michelle in booking rescheduled us for another trip and it was great! There was a 3 hour bus tour. It was narrated by Leslie who seemed to know the history fluently, mixed with stories. Our driver was Alton (?spelling) but it was a smooth ride and the bus was clean, comfortable and well air conditioned. There were a couple of stops and a little walk breaking it up just enough to not feel stiff when getting off the bus. After we had a 2 hour boat ride on the Natchez and it was great. The staff were friendly and helpful. The narrative was educational and insightful.

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paulaI9436BP
July 24, 2025

This is long overdue, and I have forgotten to give a great review on Grayline bus tour in NOLA. Kate H. was our tour guide, and she did an excellent job. The tour was on October 13, 2023.

Operator response

We always appreciate a review like this - at any time. Thank you.

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Mobile704666
November 4, 2024
Great Tour highly recommend for an overview history of the city!

Harris the tour guide and Henry the driver were amazing! Friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. Harris is a born resident full of New Orleans pride and a true lover of History! Highly recommend! Thank you!

Operator response

Harris and Henry thank you for the wonderful review. Your recommendation will give them the opportunity to share with many more people.

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H6854RPbethr
November 3, 2024
Highly Recommend

Robert was an amazing tour guide and kept us laughing and smiling the entire trip. Perfect length and perfect incredibly knowledgeable.

Operator response

Thank you so much. Please share with friends and family!

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anniepR6171IB
October 20, 2024
Great Tour & History of New Orleans

I loved the tour, I learned so much about the history of New Orleans and driving through the different neighborhoods, the duration was perfect. Our guide Harris and driver Melinda were EXCELLENT!

Operator response

That tour is excellent for both first time and repeat visitors. It introduces so many neighborhoods and cultures.

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182berniel
September 24, 2024
Great tour of New Orleans

Very friendly driver and tour guide. The guide was most knowledgeable- I learned so much from her! The bus was modern and the air conditioning was great I’d highly recommend this tour - it took three hours and fit nicely into our day.

Operator response

The Tour you enjoyed is designed to share a great overview of many neighborhoods and cultures in our city. Thank you.

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dianaiK6925VG
September 24, 2024
Awesome!

We did the 10am Sunday tour with Lesley as our tour guide and Melinda as our bus driver were both amazing!! Lesley really knew her stuff and kept us very informed with all the history and details of Nola! Will def book again for future events!

Operator response

We would be pleased to welcome you to another Gray Line New Orleans tour.

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