Top New Orleans Christmas Tours

Spend Christmas Day on a 2.5-hour tour of New Orleans and marvel at the holiday splendor of the ‘Crescent City.’ Board a narrated coach for a ride through the French Quarter and discover the history of Jackson Square. Motor down Esplanade Avenue to see live oaks strewn with decorations in New Orleans City Park. You’ll travel past Audubon Park on the Carrollton and St Charles Avenue streetcar line, view the Garden District and stroll around the glittering lobby of the elegant Roosevelt Hotel.

Hear stories about voodoo, ghosts, and even vampires on this 2-hour holiday tour of New Orleans with a choice of three different departure times. Travel through the French Quarter, and pass historical landmarks decorated and lit up for the holiday season. See the St. Louis Cathedral, as well as the spot where the Louisiana Purchase was signed in 1803. Watch your guide try to find ghosts with a paranormal detector, and pass by Marie Laveau’s property. Plus pop into at any of the bars you pass along the tour route for a drink (own expense).

Experience a New Orleans-style Christmas on this guided walking tour through the festive streets of the French Quarter. For a magical two hours, amble past eclectic shops and down charming walkways bedecked in extravagant decorations. Stroll past historic homes, romantic courtyards, and main attractions like St. Louis Cathedral. Take in the dazzle of the Vieux Carre blanketed in holiday lights, and warm up with a drink or two along the way (own expense).

Crescent City Christmas: A Festive Tour of New Orleans” is a magical journey through the most iconic and festive locations in New Orleans during the holiday season. Begin your tour in the French Quarter, where the historic streets are adorned with holiday decorations, creating a charming and festive atmosphere. Continue to Jackson Square, a central hub in the French Quarter that transforms into a picturesque Christmas scene, complete with lights, decorations, and often live music. Next, visit Washington Artillery Park, offering not only a great view of Jackson Square but also a festive ambiance with its holiday decor. Then, immerse yourself in the musical spirit of the season at the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park, where you can learn about the city’s rich jazz heritage and enjoy seasonal music. Conclude your tour at Christmas Quarters, a unique store specializing in Christmas decorations and ornaments, perfect for finding a holiday keepsake.