Top Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours

Q: Which Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Historic Mississippi River Cruise City Tour of New Orleans with Pickup The National WWII Museum Admission Ticket New Orleans New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours include Hotel Pickup: City Tour of New Orleans with Pickup New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery New Orleans City and Cemetery 2-Hour Bus Tour Whitney Plantation Tour with New Orleans Hotel Pickup Airboat and Plantations Tour with Gourmet Lunch from New Orleans View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Louisiana trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Louisiana Tours. Top 10 Louisiana 2026 Senior-friendly tours Louisiana The Best New Orleans Swamp Tour Experiences New Orleans’ Most Famous Plantation Tours The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Louisiana View all Louisiana Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Louisiana?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Louisiana are: Louisiana Cultural & Theme Tours Louisiana Luxury & Special Occasions Louisiana Luxury Tours Louisiana Tours & Sightseeing Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours View all tour styles in Louisiana →

Laura Plantation Half-Day Tour from New Orleans

As you board the luxury passenger van, you will be instantly treated like a celebrity. Leather seats and a comfortable ride await you. As we …More

New Orleans, USA

4.9 (15)

Laura Plantation Half-Day Tour from New Orleans

As you board the luxury passenger van, you will be instantly treated like a celebrity. Leather seats and a comfortable ride await you. As we...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (15)

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$87

This pub crawl is designed to introduce visitors to some of the most popular dark tales of New Orleans, from vampire legends to mortal criminals. …More

New Orleans, USA

4.9 (7)

Sin and Tonic Pub Crawl in New Orleans

This pub crawl is designed to introduce visitors to some of the most popular dark tales of New Orleans, from vampire legends to mortal criminals....

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (7)

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$35

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

New Orleans, USA

5.0 (58)

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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (58)

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$30

Private Citywide Driving Tour with Destrehan Plantation

Your private tour guide will take you on an overview excursion of the city, with an estimated duration of 3 hours. Make the most of …More

New Orleans, USA

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Private Citywide Driving Tour with Destrehan Plantation

Your private tour guide will take you on an overview excursion of the city, with an estimated duration of 3 hours. Make the most of...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (2)

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$1,085

Laura Plantation and Airboat Tour Combo with Hotel Pickup

No trip to New Orleans would be complete without a swamp tour. Engage your boat Captains and tour guides with questions about the plantation and …More

New Orleans, USA

5.0 (8)

Laura Plantation and Airboat Tour Combo with Hotel Pickup

No trip to New Orleans would be complete without a swamp tour. Engage your boat Captains and tour guides with questions about the plantation and...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$152

Highlights of New Orleans: City and Swamp Combo Tour

Explore historic New Orleans and the enchanting swamps of south Louisiana on a private driving tour. This luxury experience includes a fully narrated city tour …More

New Orleans, USA

5.0 (2)

Highlights of New Orleans: City and Swamp Combo Tour

Explore historic New Orleans and the enchanting swamps of south Louisiana on a private driving tour. This luxury experience includes a fully narrated city tour...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$327

This tour is actually an investigation and an in depth look into the paranormal activity that takes place in America's most haunted city. Visit the …More

New Orleans, USA

4.3 (6)

New Orleans Paranormal Investigation

This tour is actually an investigation and an in depth look into the paranormal activity that takes place in America's most haunted city. Visit the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (6)

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$35

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

New Orleans, USA

5.0 (46)

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...

1 hour 20 minutes

5.0 (46)

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$20

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

New Orleans, USA

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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...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (11)

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$37

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

New Orleans, USA

5.0 (2)

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...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$575

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

New Orleans, USA

5.0 (2)

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...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$35

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

New Orleans, USA

4.9 (51)

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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (51)

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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

New Orleans, USA

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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...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (44)

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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

New Orleans, USA

5.0 (2)

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...

1 to 2 hours

5.0 (2)

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$15

Garden District Celebrities Cemeteries Mansions and Mysteries Walking Tour

Step into the best mansion and mystery walking tour in New Orleans and uncover the secrets, scandals, and hauntings hidden within the Garden District’s grand …More

New Orleans, USA

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Garden District Celebrities Cemeteries Mansions and Mysteries Walking Tour

Step into the best mansion and mystery walking tour in New Orleans and uncover the secrets, scandals, and hauntings hidden within the Garden District’s grand...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (14)

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$26

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

New Orleans, USA

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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...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$650

Garden District Tour: Extra-Small Group of Nine or Less

Why be herded in a large group without getting to know your guide or ask questions? Come explore with us in the Garden District with …More

New Orleans, USA

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Garden District Tour: Extra-Small Group of Nine or Less

Why be herded in a large group without getting to know your guide or ask questions? Come explore with us in the Garden District with...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$49

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

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....

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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$17

Private New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour Up to 24 People

Our Company is one of the oldest and most trusted bus tours in New Orleans. For over two hours, you’ll learn about the history and …More

New Orleans, USA

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Private New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour Up to 24 People

Our Company is one of the oldest and most trusted bus tours in New Orleans. For over two hours, you’ll learn about the history and...

2 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$850

New Orleans 5 Cemeteries Tour: Anne Rice and Other Famous Graves

We'll go to FIVE CEMETERIES in New Orleans, including METAIRIE CEMETERY, dubbed by many as "the most beautiful cemetery in America." Don't worry - they …More

New Orleans, USA

4.9 (14)

New Orleans 5 Cemeteries Tour: Anne Rice and Other Famous Graves

We'll go to FIVE CEMETERIES in New Orleans, including METAIRIE CEMETERY, dubbed by many as "the most beautiful cemetery in America." Don't worry - they...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (14)

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$29

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours are:

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Which Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Louisiana Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Louisiana trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Louisiana?