New Orleans Sightseeing Tour Tickets — Hop-On Bus, Carriage & Bike Tours
Cover the city without wearing out your feet — choose the hop-on hop-off bus, a mule-drawn carriage through the Quarter, a guided minibus tour, or a leisurely bike tour.
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Sightseeing & Bus Tours: what to know before booking
Cover the city without wearing out your feet — choose the hop-on hop-off bus, a mule-drawn carriage through the Quarter, a guided minibus tour, or a leisurely bike tour.
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- 9 ticket options compared
- Starting price
- Tickets currently start around $33 USD before checkout fees.
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- Compared options average 4.7 stars across 7,209 traveler reviews.
- Location
- Bus and carriage tours pick up in or near the French Quarter and Jackson Square
- Best time
- Morning for the bus loop; cooler evenings for carriage rides
- Ticket note
- Day-pass or date-specific depending on the tour; check the listing
Sightseeing & Bus Tours in New Orleans
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Everything you should know before you book
New Orleans packs a lot into a compact footprint, and a sightseeing tour is the efficient way to see it. The hop-on hop-off bus lets you ride between the French Quarter, Garden District, and City Park at your own pace; mule-drawn carriages cover the Quarter at a stroll; and minibus and bike tours add a guide and a planned route.
Pick the hop-on hop-off pass for a flexible first day. It orients you to the neighborhoods and lets you jump off wherever catches your eye. Carriage rides are the most romantic and atmospheric way to see the Quarter, especially in the cooler evening hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is the hop-on hop-off bus worth it?
Yes for a first day — it connects the main neighborhoods on one ticket and lets you set your own pace. It's the easiest way to reach the Garden District and City Park without a car.
How long are carriage rides?
Most mule-drawn carriage tours of the French Quarter run about 30 to 45 minutes; private carriage tours can be longer.
Are the bike tours strenuous?
No — New Orleans is flat, so guided bike tours are easy-paced and beginner-friendly, covering the Quarter and beyond at a relaxed speed.