New Orleans Private Tours

Tailoring each tour to your wishes by locals who love their city

Top private tours in New Orleans

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

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When in Osaka
make sure to try
“kushikatsu”!

See the city like
you would with a friend who lives there

The best New Orleans private tours & experiences with locals

With its uniquely homegrown heritage and year-round festivities celebrating city life, New Orleans is one of the most fascinating places in the United States with countless attractions spanning centuries. Choose to see the city with a local host on our New Orleans private tours, and you’ll get the full experience of its highlights and its hidden gems. If New Orleans is on your travel bucket list, you’re in for a treat. Our private New Orleans tours help you discover everything from the city’s iconic food scene to legendary live music venues. So, set aside your guidebook and explore like a local on private tours in New Orleans that are 100% tailored to you.

Meet some of our New Orleans local hosts

Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

We’ve handpicked them and we’ll match you to your perfect one!

See the city like a local

Anyone can read a couple of top 10 travel articles and uncover the must-see sights of New Orleans – but there’s a lot more to the city than the famous French Quarter and the iconic Mardi Gras. On our private tours in New Orleans, we’ll make sure you also get to see the holes-in-the-wall and hidden gems only locals know about. With a knowledgeable local insider to plan your New Orleans private tours, no experience is off-limits. Step off the tourist trail to discover the city’s best-kept secrets, like the spooky Old World Witchery and relaxing spots along the Mississippi River.

New Orleans tailored to you

At City Unscripted, one thing we’ve learned is that no two travelers are the same. That’s why every one of our New Orleans private tours is 100% personalized. Before planning your perfect New Orleans private tours, we set aside some time to get to know more about your passions and personality. Whether you’re an architecture aficionado who wants to uncover the secrets of the gritty cityscape, a fanatic foodie eager to feast on gumbo and jambalaya, or a happy hedonist whose biggest draw is the 24/7 party scene, your action-packed itinerary will be crafted especially for you.

A range of tours to choose from

In a city with so many diverse attractions, it’s no surprise that private tours in New Orleans can take many different forms. Whether you have a full day, half a day, or just three hours to spare, we have the right New Orleans private tours to satisfy your curiosity. Our full-day and half-day experiences offer an easy mix of the top sights and local haunts, while a must-see tour squeezes in as many of the major attractions as possible. Book our food tour to taste the very best of Cajun and Creole cuisine, or opt for a quick introduction to the city on a kickstart experience.

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Latest reviews from our guests

Thanks to Marisol, I had a wonderful time in Mexico City!! As a solo traveller, it was so nice to be in such good company, but also, amazing to be guided by such a knowledgeable and professional guide. Marisol was very accommodating but also honest when it came to our trip planning. Based on her advice combined with my wishes, Marisol created a perfect tour plan. She made sure to maximise the time we had together so I could truly experience the city....but at a leisurely pace. And yes, that included loads of stops for delicious Mexican food! I had such a great experience with Marisol that I booked another day with her! So in just 2 days, I was able to see, learn and experience much more than I would have on my own or in a group tour. I had my very own, customised experience in CDMX and I loved it! Muchísimas gracias Marisol, muy amable!

March 2023

Asma A
Thanks to Marisol, I had a wonderful time in Mexico City!! As a solo traveller, it was so nice to be in such good company, but also, amazing to be guided by such a knowledgeable and professional guide. Marisol was very accommodating but also honest when it came to our trip planning. Based on her advice combined with my wishes, Marisol created a perfect tour plan. She made sure to maximise the time we had together so I could truly experience the city....but at a leisurely pace. And yes, that included loads of stops for delicious Mexican food! I had such a great experience with Marisol that I booked another day with her! So in just 2 days, I was able to see, learn and experience much more than I would have on my own or in a group tour. I had my very own, customised experience in CDMX and I loved it! Muchísimas gracias Marisol, muy amable!

March 2023

Asma A
We had such an amazing time our guide was just the sweetest! She was knowledgeable and easy to talk to and would answer all of our questions. big plus, she spoke SPANISH! We were so impressed, and it gave us a sense of home and another way to connect with our guide as my husband and I live in Texas and come from Spanish-speaking backgrounds. We definitely recommend Christina to anyone who wants a very laid back and calm enjoyable experience. She is quick to recommend delicious foods and photo opportunities, and just really loves talking about the wonderful sites tokyo has to offer.

March 2023

Guadalupe H
Sujeong was lovely and so accommodating. Easy to talk to and knowledgeable. I had limited time and I told her about my goals for the tour - we achieved them, and it was fun!

March 2023

Wynona L