New Orleans Guidebook

The National WWII Museum

For more information, please visit the The National WWII Museum website.

Getting in

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

Skip the line and present your pass at will-call

  • Check the museum’s schedule before visiting and make note of any special events or shows you’d like to catch. With a 6-acre campus and seven different exhibits, it’ll be easy to spend the whole day here. Make sure to allow for at least 2-3 hours when visiting.

  • The Museum's parking garage is located at 1024 Magazine Street. This portion of Magazine Street is a one-way, and the garage is located on the left side.

Hours of Operation

Monday - Sunday: 9AM - 5PM

Closings & Holidays

Mardi Gras Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Getting there

Address

945 Magazine St,

New Orleans, LA 70130, United States

New Orleans, 70130

US

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Cruise

For more information, please visit the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Cruise website.

Getting in

Visit the ticket booth adjacent to the Creole Queen to receive your boarding passes. Please board 30 minutes before departure. 

Cruise times may be altered or canceled due to weather and safety concerns.

Hours of Operation

Tours run daily. 2PM departure (boarding starts at 1:30 PM)

Closings & Holidays

Check website for information. 

Reservations required

Please email, [email protected], to reserve your spot in advance. Be sure to include your name, phone number, requested dates and pass number(s).

Getting there

Address

#1 Poydras Street

Riverwalk Market Place, Box 39

New Orleans, 70130

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Ultimate Swamp Adventures

For more information, please visit the Ultimate Swamp Adventures website.

Getting in

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

Tours depart from 450 Laroussini Street, Westwego, Louisiana. Passengers must arrive 15 minutes in advance. Please show up at least 15-30 minutes before so you have plenty of time to check in at the front desk.

Transportation to Westwego is not included but can be purchased for a discounted price.

Hours of Operation

Daily: Tour times vary, please visit the Ultimate Swamp Adventures website for information. 

Closings & Holidays

Ultimate Swamp will be closed on Christmas day, with limited times on Christmas Eve. Call for more information.

Reservations required

Subject to availability. To reserve your tour in advance please call, (504) 566–1290. Passenger name and Go New Orleans pass number is needed at time of booking. A credit card will be required to hold your reservation, but you will only be charged if you are a no-show. Your pass is still required for scanning upon arrival.

Phone

(504) 566–1290

Getting there

Address

450 Laroussini St

Westwego, LA 70094, United States

New Orleans, 70094

US

Vue Orleans

For more information, visit the Vue Orleans website.

Getting in

There's no need to make a booking! Simply take your pass to the scanners located at the second floor entrance and you're good to go! To get there, take the stairs or elevator located right next to the Vue Orleans Box Office.

The entrance to Vue Orleans is just to the left of the Four Seasons Hotel.

Please note!

  • Show your pass at the Vue Café to unlock the specialty Go City cocktail. Purchase your unique drink and enjoy!

Hours of Operation

Thursday – Sunday: 10AM - 6PM
Monday – Wednesday: closed

Closings & Holidays

Monday–Wednesday
Thanksgiving, November 28
Christmas Day, December 25
Mardi Gras, March 4

Getting there

Address

2 Canal St.

Next to the Four Seasons Hotel

New Orleans, 70130

United States

Adventures in New Orleans Bus Tour

For more information, please visit the Adventures in New Orleans Bus Tour website.

Getting in

Tours depart from the Adventures in New Orleans Visitor Center at 414 Canal St.

Hours of Operation

Daily: 10AM and 2PM (please arrive 15 minutes in advance)

Closings & Holidays

The New Orleans Bus Tour will only operate the 10:00AM tour on Christmas Eve and will be closed Christmas Day.

Reservations required

Subject to availability. Tours must be booked in advance by calling (800)-464-0142. Passenger name and Go New Orleans pass number is needed at time of booking. A credit card will be required to hold your reservation, but you will only be charged if you are a no-show.

Phone

(800)-464-0142

Getting there

Address

414 Canal St,

New Orleans, 70130

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Mardi Gras World with Transportation

For more information, please visit the Mardi Gras World with Transportation website.

Getting in

Present your pass for admission.

Mardi Gras World offers complimentary shuttles to the studio with designated pick-ups from convenient downtown and French Quarter locations. Call 504-361-7821 when you are at one of the designated spots for pick up. Please find the shuttle location map on the Mardi Gras World website.

Wheelchair accessibility

Mardi Gras World is wheelchair accessible, however the complimentary shuttle bus is not accessible by wheelchair.

Hours of Operation

Daily: 9AM – 5.30PM (last entry at 4:30PM)

 Please view the Mardi Gras World website for the most up-to-date hours.

Closings & Holidays

Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter and Mardi Gras Day. 

Getting there

Address

1380 Port of New Orleans Place,

New Orleans, 70130

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New Orleans School of Cooking Demo with Meal

For more information, please visit the New Orleans School of Cooking Demo website.

Getting in

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

  • An afternoon cooking demonstration class includes a full meal, take-away copies of the recipes, iced tea, water, Abita Beer (a local brew), and lemonade.

  • Your admission grants you access to the 2PM class only (An upgrade is available for the 10AM - 12:30PM cooking class at an additional $15.00 fee.)

Hours of Operation

Daily: 2PM class 

Closings & Holidays

Thanksgiving, Easter Sunday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Mardi Gras

Reservations required

Classes must be booked in advance by calling 504-620-9456. Your pass must be valid on the day of your chosen class. If it's not, full payment must be given to attend.

Website

https://bit.ly/3UIL9cK

Phone

504-620-9456

Getting there

Address

524 St. Louis Street,

New Orleans, 70130

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Southern Meal at MRB Restaurant (age 21+)

For more information please see the MRB website.

Getting in

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass. Come inside and make your way through the bar to the courtyard, order food at the kitchen window and present your pass to staff there as payment.

  • This offer is valid once during the lifetime of your pass.

  • Tips are not included but are highly recommended. Recommended gratuity is 20%.

Hours of Operation

Tuesday - Wednesday: 4PM - 11PM
Thursday - Monday*: *11AM - 11PM

These are general kitchen operating times, please view the MRB website for the most up-to-date opening hours.

Closings & Holidays

New Year's Eve, Krewe de Vieux Parade Day, Thursday - Tuesday of Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest weekends, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and July 10 - 16.

Getting there

Address

515 Saint Philip Street

New Orleans, 70116

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Walking Scavenger Hunt

VisitAlley Kat Adventures website for more information.

Getting in

This is a remote activity. Once you’ve reserved your spot, you’ll be sent all the necessary information you need to your phone to get started!

Hours of Operation

Daily: 9AM, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM, 2PM,  3PM and 4PM

Duration: 2 hours

Reservations required

Please reserve your tour online at least 24 hours in advance. You will be asked to enter your 12-digit pass number to secure your spot.

Website

https://book.peek.com/s/f1afa909-8700-4b7d-a1b8-62a0a6ca1197/2lwMY--82c979c5-f47c-4046-9e4b-249374d1d181?gaClientId=930306240.1680213039&gaSessionId=1680213038&hc=1&tls=1680213240959&type=sp_performance<=button&tl=1&uid=16802130378521154&src=null&apik=f1afa909-8700-4b7d-a1b8-62a0a6ca1197&dh=www.alleykatadventures.com&path=%2F&btns=5&bdcnt=4&bucnt=5&ls=start&m=0&cfh=0&url=https%3A%2F%2Fjs.peek.com%2Fh

Getting there

Address

811 Canal St

New Orleans, 70112

US

French Quarter History / Voodoo Tour by French Quarter Phantoms

For more information, please visit the French Quarter History / Voodoo Tour by French Quarter Phantoms website.

Getting in

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass to the guide on arrival.

Please note this offer is valid once during the lifetime of your pass and cannot be combined with any other French Quarter Phantoms tours on the same day.

Please note!

  • Enjoy buy-one-get-one-free Hurricane Cocktails in a FREE souvenir cup from the Voodoo Lounge with your pass!

Hours of Operation

Daily: 11AM

Reservations required

Please call (504) 666-8300 to inquire about tour times and reservations. Business hours are 9AM to 9PM daily.

Phone

(504) 666-8300

Getting there

Address

718 North Rampart Street (On the corner of Orleans Street and Rampart Street)

New Orleans, 70116

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Cajun Pride Swamp Tour by Boat

For more information, please visit the Cajun Pride Swamp Tour by Boat website.

Getting in

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

Transportation to Laplace is not included.

Hours of Operation

Monday - Sunday: 9.30AM, 12PM and 2:15PM

*Between March 1 and October 31, there is an additional tour at 4:15PM.

*Between March 1 and October 31, there is an additional tour at 6:15PM (Thursday - Sunday only). Please call to verify availability.

Closings & Holidays

Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter and Mardi Gras Day.

Reservations required

To book your tour in advance please call (504)-467-0758, passenger name and Go New Orleans pass number is needed at time of booking. You pass is required for scanning upon arrival.

Phone

(504)-467-0758

Getting there

Address

110 Frenier Road

LaPlace

New Orleans, 70068

US

New Orleans Pharmacy Museum

For more information please visit the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum website.

Getting in

With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is present your pass for admission.

Hours of Operation

Museum

Tuesday & Wednesday: 10AM to 4PM

Thursday - Saturday: 11AM to 4PM

*Business hours are subject to change during peak season. Please check the Instagram or Facebook accounts for up-to-date weekly hours.

Closings & Holidays

Sundays, Mondays, and state holidays.

Getting there

Address

514 Chartres Street,

New Orleans, 70130

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Southern Food and Beverage Museum

For more information, please visit the Southern Food and Beverage Museum website.

Getting in

Just show your pass at the ticket window and you're in!

Please note!

  • You'll receive a 10% discount in the Museum Gift Shop with your pass!

Hours of Operation

Thursday - Monday: 11AM - 5PM

Closings & Holidays

Closed Tuesday, Wednesday and all major holidays.

Visit the website for up-to-date closings. 

Getting there

Address

1504 Oretha C. Haley Boulevard,

New Orleans, 70113

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Longue Vue House and Gardens

For more information, please visit the Longue Vue House and Gardens website.

Getting in

Present your pass for admission.

Docent-led house tours are held every hour on the hour. The last tour starts at 4:00 pm.

Hours of Operation

Daily: 9:30AM-5PM

Tours: 10AM, 11:30AM, 1PM, 2:30PM, 4PM.

Closings & Holidays

Mardi Gras and Christmas Day.

Getting there

Address

7 Bamboo Road,

New Orleans, 70124

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New Orleans True Crime Tour (ages 13+)

For more information please see the Haunted History Tours website.

Getting in

Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of your tour and show your pass to the tour guide.

  • This offer is valid once during the lifetime of your pass.

  • Due to the disturbing nature of this material, this tour is not recommended for small children (or the faint of heart).

Please note!

Your pass must be valid on the day you plan to take the tour, not when you book it.

    Weather notice

    Tours operate rain or shine, so make sure you come dressed for the weather.

    Hours of Operation

    Daily: 5:15PM and 7:45PM (please arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour)

    Closings & Holidays

    Mardi Gras Day 

    For the most up-to-date holidays and closures please see the New Orleans True Crime Tour (ages 13+) website.

    Reservations required

    To book your spot on a tour please call 504-861-2727 with your pass number(s) and the date/time of the tour you'd like to attend.

    Phone

    504-861-2727

    Getting there

    Address

    723 St Peter

    New Orleans, 70119

    US

    Le Musée de f.p.c.

    For more information please visit the Le Musée de f.p.c. website.

    Getting in

    With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

    Just arrive 15-minutes before the start of your tour time, have your pass ready to show and you're good to go.

    Hours of Operation

    Fridays: 1PM
    Saturdays: 11AM

    All tours must be booked in advance. 

    Reservations required

    Please visit the Le Musée de f.p.c. website and submit a request on the tours page using the form for “groups, private tours, or using codes”. Include your preferred date and time, the number of guests in your party and your pass number(s).

    Website

    https://www.lemuseedefpc.com/tours

    Getting there

    Address

    2336 Esplanade Ave

    New Orleans, 70119

    US

    Cities of the Dead Cemetery History Tour by Haunted History Tours

    For more information, please visit the Cities of the Dead Cemetery History Tour by Haunted History Tours website.

    Getting in

    With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

    • St. Louis Cemetery #1 is currently closed.

    • Please note this offer is valid once during the lifetime of your pass.

    Hours of Operation

    Daily: 10:15AM and 1:15PM

    Tours operate rain or shine.

    Reservations required

    To reserve, call (504) 861-2727. Your Go New Orleans pass must be valid on the day of the tour.

    Phone

    call (504) 861-2727

    Getting there

    Address

    5101 Canal Blvd

    Morning Call Coffe Shop

    New Orleans, 70124

    US

    1850 House

    For more information, please visit the 1850 House website.

    Getting in

    Just show your pass for admission.

    Hours of Operation

    Tuesday - Sunday: 9AM – 4PM

     Please view the 1850 House website for the most up-to-date hours.

    Closings & Holidays

    Mondays and state holidays.

    Getting there

    Address

    523 St. Ann St, Lower Pontalba Bldg, Jackson Square,

    New Orleans, 70116

    US

    Presbytere

    For more information, please visit the Presbytere website.

    Getting in

    With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass for admission.

    Hours of Operation

    Tuesday - Sunday: 9AM – 4PM

     Please view the Presbytere website for the most up-to-date hours.

    Closings & Holidays

    Mondays and state holidays.

    Getting there

    Address

    751 Chartres Street,

    New Orleans, 70116

    US

    The Cabildo

    For more information, please visit the The Cabildo website.

    Getting in

    Present your pass for admission.

    Admission to the Cabildo also includes entrance to the historic Arsenal and houses changing exhibit galleries.

    Hours of Operation

    Tuesday - Sunday: 9AM – 4PM

     Please view The Cabildo website for the most up-to-date hours.

    Closings & Holidays

    Mondays and state holidays.

    Getting there

    Address

    701 Chartres St,

    New Orleans, 70116

    US

    The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint

    For more information, please visit the The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint website.

    Getting in

    Present your pass for admission.

    Hours of Operation

    Tuesday - Sunday: 9AM-4PM

    Please check out The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint website for the most up-to-date hours.

    Closings & Holidays

    Mondays and state holidays.

    Getting there

    Address

    400 Esplanade St.,

    New Orleans, 70116

    US

    Ghost & Vampire Combo Tour by French Quarter Phantoms

    For more information, please visit the official website.

    Getting in

    Simply show your pass on arrival.

    This offer is valid once during the lifetime of your pass and cannot be combined with any other French Quarter Phantoms tours on the same day.

    Please note!

    • Enjoy buy-one-get-one-free Hurricane Cocktails in a FREE souvenir cup from the Voodoo Lounge with your pass!

    Hours of Operation

    Every evening: 6PM or 8PM

    Reservations required

    Please call (504) 666-8300 to inquire about tour times and reservations. Business hours are 9AM to 9PM daily.

    Phone

    (504) 666-8300

    Getting there

    Address

    Tours begin at The Voodoo Lounge

    718 North Rampart Street (On the corner of Orleans Street and Rampart Street)

    New Orleans, 70116

    US

    Garden District Tour by French Quarter Phantoms

    For more information, please visit the French Quarter Phantoms website.

    Getting in

    With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

    This offer is valid once during the lifetime of your pass and cannot be combined with any other French Quarter Phantoms tours on the same day.

    Hours of Operation

    Daily: 10AM

    Closings & Holidays

    Tours do not operate on Mardi Gras Day (Fat Tuesday) due to the high volume of people in and around the French Quarter. 

    Reservations required

    Please call (504) 666-8300 to inquire about tour times and reservations. Business hours are 9AM to 9PM daily.

    Phone

    (504) 666-8300

    Getting there

    Address

    Tour begins from Starbucks Coffee, 2801 Magazine Street

    New Orleans, 70115

    US

    Edgar Degas House

    For more information, please visit the Edgar Degas House website.

    Facilities

    Park for free at the house.

    Getting in

    Please provide your pass for scanning upon arrival.

    Hours of Operation

    Daily tours: 10:30am and 1:45pm

    Closings & Holidays

    Call for closures.

    Reservations required

    Please call (504) 821-5009 to make your reservation in advance. You will be required to provide your Go New Orleans pass number as well as present the pass for scanning upon arrival.

    Phone

    (504) 821-5009

    Getting there

    Address

    2306 Esplanade Ave,

    New Orleans, 70119

    US

    Saints & Sinners by French Quarter Phantoms

    For more information, please visit the French Quarter Phantoms website.

    Getting in

    With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

    At the time of your tour, please meet at the meeting point (The Voodoo Lounge, 718 N Rampart Street). Tours operate rain or shine.

    Please note this offer is valid once during the lifetime of your pass and cannot be combined with any other French Quarter Phantoms tour on the same day.

    Please note!

    • Enjoy buy-one-get-one-free Hurricane Cocktails in a FREE souvenir cup from the Voodoo Lounge with your pass!

    • Tour restricted to adults 17 years and older.

    Hours of Operation

    Daily: 1:30PM

    Closings & Holidays

    Tours do not operate on Mardi Gras Day (Fat Tuesday) due to the high volume of people in and around the French Quarter.

    Reservations required

    Please call (504) 666-8300 to inquire about tour times and reservations. Business hours are 9AM to 9PM daily.

    Phone

    (504) 666-8300

    Getting there

    Address

    Tours begin at The Voodoo Lounge

    718 North Rampart Street (On the corner of Orleans Street and Rampart Street)

    New Orleans, 70116

    US

    Tremé Tour by French Quarter Phantoms

    For more information, please visit the French Quarter Phantoms website.

    Getting in

    With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

    At the time of your tour, please meet at the meeting point (The Voodoo Lounge, 718 N Rampart Street). Tours operate rain or shine.

    This offer is valid once during the lifetime of your pass and cannot be combined with any other French Quarter Phantoms tour on the same day.

    Please note!

    • Enjoy buy-one-get-one-free Hurricane Cocktails in a FREE souvenir cup from the Voodoo Lounge with your pass!

    Hours of Operation

    Saturday to Monday: 10.30AM

    Closings & Holidays

    Tours do not operate on Mardi Gras Day (Fat Tuesday) due to the high volume of people in and around the French Quarter. 

    Reservations required

    Please call (504) 666-8300 to inquire about tour times and reservations. Business hours are 9AM to 9PM daily.

    Phone

    (504) 666-8300

    Getting there

    Address

    The Voodoo Lounge, 718 North Rampart Street,

    New Orleans, 70116

    US

    Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience

    Getting in

    With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass. Show your pass on arrival.

    Please note!

    • You'll receive 10% off souvenirs in the museum gift shop with your pass!

    Hours of Operation

    Monday and Wednesday-Sunday: 10AM-5PM

    Closings & Holidays

    New Year's Day, Mardi Gras, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

    Getting there

    Address

    818 Howard Avenue

    New Orleans, 70113

    US

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