Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Louisiana (Updated 2026)

Louisiana, USA
Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour

Discover the charming Carrollton neighborhood where history and architecture intersect with the St. Charles Streetcar Line and the mighty Mississippi River. This former resort destination …More

Discover the charming Carrollton neighborhood where history and architecture intersect with the St. Charles Streetcar Line and the mighty Mississippi River. This former resort destination...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$37
Jazz Dinner Cruise aboard the Riverboat City of New Orleans

Step aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS for a fun 2-hour Dinner Jazz Cruise on the Mississippi River! Enjoy live jazz music and signature …More

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Step aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS for a fun 2-hour Dinner Jazz Cruise on the Mississippi River! Enjoy live jazz music and signature...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$58
New Orleans Boat Cruise and Cajun Seafood Boil Experience

Immerse yourself in the rich culinary heritage of New Orleans with a hands-on Cajun seafood boil experience. At your scenic marina on Bayou Bienvenue, we'll …More

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Immerse yourself in the rich culinary heritage of New Orleans with a hands-on Cajun seafood boil experience. At your scenic marina on Bayou Bienvenue, we'll...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$140
History of New Orleans Private Driving & Walking Tour

Authentic Local Experience: Experience New Orleans through the eyes of a true local. Michaela, a 7th generation Orleanian, provides an authentic insight into the city's …More

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Authentic Local Experience: Experience New Orleans through the eyes of a true local. Michaela, a 7th generation Orleanian, provides an authentic insight into the city's...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$575
New Orleans Ghost Adventure

Here is your chance to go on a real ghost adventure! It is common for guests to experience cold spots, see apparitions, and some have …More

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Here is your chance to go on a real ghost adventure! It is common for guests to experience cold spots, see apparitions, and some have...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
New Orleans Plantation Tour with Transportation

The picturesque beauty and architecture of the Louisiana plantations are a “must” for any visitor to New Orleans. Many of these breathtaking homes are within …More

The picturesque beauty and architecture of the Louisiana plantations are a “must” for any visitor to New Orleans. Many of these breathtaking homes are within...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$165
Highlights of New Orleans City and Destrahan Plantation Tour

Embark on a private driving tour in a luxury vehicle, fully narrated to enhance your experience. Witness the stark contrast between the cosmopolitan life of …More

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Embark on a private driving tour in a luxury vehicle, fully narrated to enhance your experience. Witness the stark contrast between the cosmopolitan life of...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$213
New Orleans Group Sightseeing Flight for 4-5 people

In New Orleans we don't need an excuse to have fun. So forget Bourbon Street, and take the party to the sky! Leave the crowds …More

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In New Orleans we don't need an excuse to have fun. So forget Bourbon Street, and take the party to the sky! Leave the crowds...

30 to 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$166
Private French Quarter, Voodoo, and Congo Square Walking Tour

Take a stroll down through the supernatural realm of New Orleans. This private tour led by one of our local lore experts include the city's …More

Take a stroll down through the supernatural realm of New Orleans. This private tour led by one of our local lore experts include the city's...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$350
Private Soul of NOLA 3-Hour Citywide Tour

Our most popular 3 hour driving tour is an overview of New Orleans, traveling in the comfort of our luxurious Honda Odyssey minivan. We'll start …More

Our most popular 3 hour driving tour is an overview of New Orleans, traveling in the comfort of our luxurious Honda Odyssey minivan. We'll start...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$475
Pub Crawl: French Quarter Haunted History Cocktail Tour

Drink your way through one of the oldest, most cultured and historic neighborhoods in the United States on this innovative, interactive tour complete with stories …More

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Drink your way through one of the oldest, most cultured and historic neighborhoods in the United States on this innovative, interactive tour complete with stories...

1 to 2 hours
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$15
Nola Culture Street Art & Mural Walk Tour

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 …More

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...

1 hour 20 minutes
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$20
Pub Crawl: New Orleans Private Uncensored Wicked Spirits Tour

Come explore the darkest history, murder and macabre of the sinful and sinister New Orleans. This tour is NOT for the squeamish. We get graphic …More

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Come explore the darkest history, murder and macabre of the sinful and sinister New Orleans. This tour is NOT for the squeamish. We get graphic...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$650
Historical Treme Walking Tour

The Historical Treme Walking tour introduces the African American experience in New Orleans, our guests will witness the Free People of Color that lived and …More

The Historical Treme Walking tour introduces the African American experience in New Orleans, our guests will witness the Free People of Color that lived and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
Private City Tour with Exclusive Access to Evergreen Plantation

Private Driving Tour for up to 4 Passengers Luxury Vehicle Fully Narrated Exclusive Full Access Evergreen Plantation Experience! Enjoy the history and culture as you …More

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Private Driving Tour for up to 4 Passengers Luxury Vehicle Fully Narrated Exclusive Full Access Evergreen Plantation Experience! Enjoy the history and culture as you...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,700
New Orleans Seance Experience

A seance begins with a blessing to help open the way for spirit to come through. Using the gifts of spirit mediumship, your psychic will …More

A seance begins with a blessing to help open the way for spirit to come through. Using the gifts of spirit mediumship, your psychic will...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$50
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Creole Nature Trail

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of the Creole Nature Trail to make the most of your drive by exploring the natural beauty of Louisiana’s wetlands. …More

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of the Creole Nature Trail to make the most of your drive by exploring the natural beauty of Louisiana’s wetlands....

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$17
Ghostly Legends of New Orleans Walking Tour

Join us for the most chilling ghost tour in New Orleans, where history comes alive through over 300 years of misfortunes, disasters, and diseases. These …More

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Join us for the most chilling ghost tour in New Orleans, where history comes alive through over 300 years of misfortunes, disasters, and diseases. These...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$20
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 …More

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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$30
Explore New Orleans On Segway Tour

This tour is ideal for visitors with limited time who still want to enjoy the highlights of New Orleans in a fun, safe, and effortless …More

This tour is ideal for visitors with limited time who still want to enjoy the highlights of New Orleans in a fun, safe, and effortless...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$76
New Orleans Small-Group Cocktail Boat Cruise

Who says the party has to end in the French Quarter? Take the celebration to the water on New Orleans' most unique cocktail cruise! Grab …More

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Who says the party has to end in the French Quarter? Take the celebration to the water on New Orleans' most unique cocktail cruise! Grab...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
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