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The 15 Most Popular Private Tours in New Orleans

79 tours  ·  from $30 a head

A New Orleans weekend fills up fast. These 15 private tours earn a slot in it, priced and timed so you can choose quickly and get back out onto the street.

VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option - Front-row Dixieland jazz on the Mississippi
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VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

1.VIP Jazz Dinner Cruise with Private Tour and Open Bar Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 838 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $190Our pick

Board at Toulouse Street for Champagne, a reserved seat near the Dukes of Dixieland, and a guided tour of the riverboat with its captain. Then cruise the Mississippi for two hours with jazz, a Louisiana-style buffet, and an optional open bar. VIP hosts have included Marlon, Alex, and Brittany, though assignments can vary.

“VIP well worth the extra money. Marlon was the best guide we have ever had and we were extremely well taken care. The private boat tour was amazing. Simply an awesome experience!”

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Private Airport Transfer From New Orleans - A comfortable ride, with practical limits
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Private Airport Transfer From New Orleans

2.Private Airport Transfer From New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 702 reviews · 27 minutes (approx.) Top rated

This private, one-way ride connects Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport with your hotel, or takes you from your hotel to the airport. The listed rate is $59.99 for a group of up to three, and the drive is about 27 minutes. Drivers such as Mack and Pierre are noted for clear pickup messages and friendly local recommendations.

“Our experience was awesome. He is great, respectful. We were dancing, singing and peaking French so that’s a plus. I’ll have him again”

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New Orleans Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter - Starting near Jackson Square
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New Orleans Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter

3.New Orleans Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 537 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Ride through the French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny in a private mule-drawn carriage for up to four. Your licensed local guide shares stories about Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, Bourbon Street, and more. Routes and commentary can be adjusted to your interests, so tell your driver what you want to hear about as you set off.

“Kendra was fun and informative as she and Liza gave us a relaxing tour of the French Quarter. Highly recommend her as a guide. We had a great time!”

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New Orleans Private Luxury Airport Transfer to Downtown Hotels - Luggage, children, and mobility needs
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New Orleans Private Luxury Airport Transfer to Downtown Hotels

4.New Orleans Private Luxury Airport Transfer to Downtown Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 400 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.)

A private ride from New Orleans International Airport to your downtown hotel takes about 45 minutes and serves groups of up to four. Your chauffeur is meant to meet you at baggage claim with a name sign, then take you and your luggage to a sedan or SUV. Drivers such as Mason, Debi, Joseph, and Tim have earned praise for local tips, patience, and clear communication.

“They provided Exquisite Service! Highly Recommend! The drivers were very knowledgeable about the city and gave exceptional recommendations for places to visit.”

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Private Arrival Transfer from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport - The ride itself: direct, private, and driver-dependent
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Private Arrival Transfer from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport

5.Private Arrival Transfer from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 334 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Arrange a private ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to your New Orleans, Kenner, Metairie, or Slidell address. Your driver meets you after baggage claim, then takes your group directly to your accommodation. Choose a sedan for up to three people or a minivan or SUV for up to five. Service runs 24 hours a day.

“It made getting to our hotel a breeze!! Our driver was great!. The process of meeting the driver was easy peasy!”

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Private Transfer in New Orleans MSY/Home/Hotel/Work - What the 30 to 45 minutes are for
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Private Transfer in New Orleans MSY/Home/Hotel/Work

6.Private Transfer in New Orleans MSY/Home/Hotel/Work

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 325 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.)

Arrange a private ride between MSY and your hotel, home, or work address in New Orleans. Your group gets sole use of a sedan, SUV, or van, with curbside pickup and a driver who plans the route. Drivers such as June and Jose have also shared local restaurant and sightseeing tips along the way.

“We used Rover twice on Super Bowl weekend and the drivers communicated early and often and gave good directions when pick up points changed due to airport restrictions.”

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Private Transfer to/from Louis Armstrong Intl Airport and NOLA - International arrivals need a separate plan
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Private Transfer to/from Louis Armstrong Intl Airport and NOLA

7.Private Transfer to/from Louis Armstrong Intl Airport and NOLA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 298 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Book a private, air-conditioned ride between MSY, New Orleans, hotels, rentals, or the cruise port. Your chauffeur meets airport arrivals with a name sign, helps with luggage, and drives directly to your destination. Vehicles range from sedans to Sprinters, and drivers such as Derrick, Daniel, Joseph, and Wyatt are known for sharing useful city tips.

“Driver was very nice, And the ride was very comfortable and the vehicle was very clean. The driver handled all our luggage for us also.”

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NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS! - The French Quarter: history beyond Bourbon Street
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NOLA’s BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR – NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS!

8.NOLA’s BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR – NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $150

Join licensed local guide Paul Angelica for a private, two-hour SUV tour of the French Quarter, Garden District, City Park, and Metairie Cemetery. Expect a fact-focused introduction to New Orleans, with pickup and drop-off at a location you choose, room for up to four passengers, and time to ask questions and plan the rest of your visit.

“Perfect personalized tour and a great value! After reviewing at least 100 options, we picked this tour primarily because it was private and enclosed on an abnormally cold NOLA day. We were very impressed from the beginning. Paul was very organized from the start, he reached out to let us know he'd pick us up at our hotel and sent us a couple docs about the city. He arrived early in a very clean RAV4 that was the perfect size for easy conversation and easy navigation of the city. The tour itself was very interesting and informative, all tailored to our interests. This was our 3rd trip to NOLA and…”

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Henley's Private Tours - "Educational-Thoughtful-Entertaining" - Cemetery architecture, City Park and Bayou St. John
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Henley’s Private Tours – “Educational-Thoughtful-Entertaining”

9.Henley’s Private Tours – “Educational-Thoughtful-Entertaining”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.)

Glen Henley’s private New Orleans tour covers the French Quarter, St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, City Park, Lake Pontchartrain, Uptown and the Garden District in a comfortable SUV. Expect history, local stories, photo stops and a lunch break at your expense. You can ask Glen to tailor the route, and plantation-home visits may be added.

“Just finished with our tour and I can tell you hands down that Glen knows New Orleans and gives you your moneys worth . We had a great time and I highly recommend it for anyone that wants to see and understand New Orleans . WARNING - 4 hours goes by super fast so sit back and enjoy Glen with all his dad jokes”

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Private New Orleans City Tour with Local Expert Guide - Uptown, Carrollton and the St. Charles corridor
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Private New Orleans City Tour with Local Expert Guide

10.Private New Orleans City Tour with Local Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $170

Marc’s private, air-conditioned driving tour covers New Orleans well beyond the French Quarter, with door-to-door pickup and a route you can shape around your interests. Expect neighborhood views, local stories and optional stops in places such as the Garden District, Bywater and Magazine Street. It lasts about three to four hours.

“Marc was incredibly knowledgeable, interesting and professional. Saw and learned things I didn’t see in 20+ years of coming to NOLA. Truly a tour that is not the usual tourist experience. Highly recommend!”

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New Orleans: 1-Way Private Airport Transfer - A private ride, not a shared shuttle
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New Orleans: 1-Way Private Airport Transfer

11.1-Way Private Airport Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 132 reviews · from $30Best value

A private, one-way ride from New Orleans International Airport takes about 27 minutes. Your driver tracks your flight, sends clear meeting instructions, and can meet you at baggage claim. Expect a private vehicle with Wi-Fi, a music tablet, and snacks on request. Drivers speak English, French, or Spanish; Pierre, Mack, and Gene are among the named drivers, but aren’t guaranteed.

“highly recommend! super friendly guy, gave great advice on where to visit/eat while here. plus a very comfy, spacious car. also great communication when we got off the plane so we knew exactly where to go.”

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Private Departure Transfer to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport MSY - Choosing a sedan or SUV
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Private Departure Transfer to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport MSY

12.Private Departure Transfer to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport MSY

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 130 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

A private Carmel Car & Limousine Service driver picks you up at your New Orleans-area hotel or residence and takes your group directly to MSY. Choose a sedan for up to three people or an SUV for up to five. The service runs day and night; confirm your pickup time, address, and vehicle details before travel.

“I highly suggest you book with this company. Everything went well and our driver was super friendly. This is a very reliable service”

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Private New Orleans Garden District Highlights Tour - At a glance
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Private New Orleans Garden District Highlights Tour

13.Private New Orleans Garden District Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · from $143

This private, two-hour walking tour pairs Garden District mansions and film connections with Lafayette Cemetery’s above-ground burial traditions, a look at Commander’s Palace, and Irish Channel shotgun homes. Your English-speaking guide may be Walter, Bonnie, Chip, or Logan. It starts on Prytania Street and costs $143 per person.

“We enjoyed our walk with Chip! December was a nice time to take a walk, learn history and see lovely sites in the Garden Distrcit.”

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La Vie NOLA: Private City Tour of New Orleans - Lake Lawn Metairie and the city of the dead
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La Vie NOLA: Private City Tour of New Orleans

14.La Vie NOLA: Private City Tour of New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Benjamin, also called Ben, leads this private, roughly three-hour city tour for up to six people. Ride in a comfortable vehicle between the French Quarter, Treme, City Park, Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery, Uptown, and the American Sector, with time for beignets and coffee at Cafe du Monde.

“There was 6 of us on the NOLA city tour. Benjamin knowledge and personality made the tour memorable. He answered any questions we had, which is a lot with 6 women! We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and highly recommend with Benjamin!”

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New Orleans Private Photo Shoot with Professional Photographer - Posing, group photos, and the photographer’s style
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New Orleans Private Photo Shoot with Professional Photographer

15.New Orleans Private Photo Shoot with Professional Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Spend about an hour walking the French Quarter with a private photographer, stopping for portraits near landmarks such as St. Louis Cathedral. The $210 group rate covers up to 10 people. Photographers including Talon, Elizabeth, and Mike have led sessions, helping with poses and selecting backdrops. Your walk starts and ends at 615 Pere Antoine Alley.

“Talon was extremely professional and knowledgeable about his photography. Made us feel at ease, even though I was melting in the heat.”

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