Top 15 VIP Experiences in New Orleans

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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2.Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 613 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $52

Meet your guide at Stellar on Frenchmen Street, collect a VIP wristband, then visit live-music clubs for jazz, funk, blues, R&B, and more. One Louisiana cocktail is included. Guides such as Andre, Pandi, Angelique, and Quay have led tours, sharing music stories and helping you find your feet on a lively night out.

“A truly special experience. Our guide was a jazz musician herself who knew about every band playing in every bar. We saw some Grammy winners and Grammy-nominated musicians. I HIGHLY recommend this tour.”

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3.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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4.Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 249 reviews · 3 hours · from $49Best value

Spend three hours on Frenchmen Street with a local guide, entering live-music clubs with VIP access and stopping at the Frenchmen Art Market. Expect a Louisiana cocktail demonstration, a Booty Shaker Shot, music in changing styles, and stories about jazz, Frenchmen Street folklore, and New Orleans. Guides have included musicians Pandi and Andre; your guide and the night’s venues may vary.

“Angie was amazing! So sweet and friendly. The tour was a lot of fun, got a couple of drinks included and had an overall great night. Thank you so much Angie for everything’”

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5.New Orleans VIP Bar and Club Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 126 reviews · 3 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $62

Start at 8 pm in the French Quarter for a hosted bar and club crawl with party games, drink specials, and included shots. You may visit Coyote Ugly, play flip cup, or find karaoke along the way, though venues and the night’s pace can vary. Hosts including Dominique and Jason have been praised, but host assignments are not guaranteed.

“Super fun crawl. The host was awesome and picked great bars and clubs. He kept the energy level high and made sure everybody was having a fantastic time!”

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6.Luxury SUV Transfer from Downtown Hotels to New Orleans International Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 118 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

A private NOLA CAR SERVICE chauffeur meets you in your downtown hotel lobby with a sign, helps you to a sanitized SUV, and drives your group to MSY. The vehicle fits up to six. Call 24 hours before departure to confirm pickup details; the usual pickup is two hours before your flight.

“our driver was excellent! the whole process was as smooth as can be. thank you for making this part of our trip so easy for us.”

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7.New Orleans VIP Sightseeing Flight with Champagne & Chocolates or Wine & Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.) · from $197Top rated

Fly from Lakefront Airport with a commercial pilot and aerial commentary on a private flight for two or three. Look down on the French Quarter, Superdome, Mississippi and nearby wetlands, with champagne and chocolate or wine, cheese and snacks served on board. Plan for about 30 to 45 minutes, and confirm your flight time by phone the day before.

“Our pilot was friendly and knowledgeable. It was an awesome way to see the city we grew up in. Thank you!”

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8.N’awlins Luxury: Laura, Oak Alley or Whitney Plantation Tour w/Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · from $80

Ride from New Orleans to one of three plantations, Laura, Oak Alley or Whitney, depending on the day. Your driver may point out places along the route, while the plantation visit can use a self-guided audio tour rather than a live guide. Allow five to six hours, including transport and about two hours at the site.

“Our guide and driver was very good and we really enjoyed the drive with her. Her name is Diane. The tour I side oak alley was really good also. Just wish we had more time to do another tour near the slave houses”

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9.Private New Orleans 2-Hour Sail Aboard a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 2 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $225

Set sail on Lake Pontchartrain aboard a private 47-foot Beneteau with local Captain Doug, a U.S. Coast Guard Master Captain with more than 35 years of sailing experience. This roughly two-hour cruise includes wine, craft beer, soft drinks, snacks, blankets in cooler weather, and views of the New Orleans shoreline and Lake Pontchartrain Causeway.

“What a great trip Captain Doug was the best host the boat was great and the music was good all in all just a great time thAnks”

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10.Private Transfer in a Luxury Vehicle to and/or from MSY Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

A private chauffeur meets you at MSY after you collect your bags, with pickup arranged by text at Door 11. You travel in an air-conditioned sedan or SUV, with no shared passengers. Drivers such as Caitlin, Ray, and Brandon are often praised for clear communication, safe driving, and New Orleans tips. The listed rate is $69 per group of up to three.

“Colleen was in communication before we were off our plane. Told us exactly where she would be so we could walk right out the door and find her circling around for us. Full of info for foodies and history seekers like my hubby and I!”

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11.VIP Bar and Club Crawl Tour with Free Shots

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

Spend three hours visiting four New Orleans bars and party venues with an English-speaking party guide. The $59 tour includes VIP entry, free shots, drinking games, and drink specials. A guide named Jason has led the crawl, though guides may vary. Bring photo ID, and sign the waiver before arriving.

“Jason was the Best Tour Guide! He was pleasant and Fun all wrapped in one! The tour its self was also good! Definitely worth the money! You get drinks and the turn up together! I’d definitely do it again !”

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12.Boss Nola : Luxury Private Airport Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a private New Orleans airport transfer for up to six people, with a chauffeur, luggage help, and a ride of about 30 minutes. Vehicle options may include a sedan, SUV, or minivan. Wi-Fi and a tablet are listed amenities; confirm your specific vehicle and equipment before booking.

“our driver was on time and knew the city very well. He picked us up helped us with our things and i felt safe with our driver.”

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13.N’awlins Luxury: Whitney Plantation Tour with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $80

Ride from New Orleans along Great River Road to Whitney Plantation, where a 75-minute audio walk, original buildings, memorial art, and first-person accounts center the lives of enslaved people. The roughly 5.5-hour trip includes hotel pickup, admission, and a driver-guide. Past drivers Dionne and Edward earned praise, though the amount of commentary can vary.

“Driver shared lots of good information with the group in route. Also, picked us up on time. Highly recommend. Thank you!”

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14.Private VIP Frenchmen Street Live Music Pub Crawl New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $235

Spend three hours with your own local guide on Frenchmen Street, with visits to live-music clubs such as the Spotted Cat, Snug Harbor, and Maison. Your private group gets admission tickets, a cocktail-making demonstration at one venue, and one Louisiana cocktail. The tour starts near the Old U.S. Mint and returns to the meeting point.

“Guide was very sociable and knowledgeable. Excellent and wide selection of music styles. Could not have achieved this experience on our own!”

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15.N’awlins Luxury: Whitney Plantation & Pontoon Swamp Tour w/Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $140

Spend about 2 hours 15 minutes at Whitney Plantation with a self-guided audio tour, then take a 90-minute pontoon ride through Cajun swamp with a captain explaining wetlands, wildlife, alligators, and bayou history. A driver/guide provides hotel pickup and drop-off. Admission is included; food and drinks are not.

“This trip was such a great opportunity. I have already started spreading the word to family and friends. The bus ride with Mrs. D was very informative. If you are looking to look at some real history visit the Whitney plantation and if you want to enjoy a great boat ride and while on the boat eat some really good shrimp and I mean good shrimp go on a pontoon boat ride. I loved our captain!”

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