New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour in New Orleans
New Orleans, United States

New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour

Outty Ranking 76 4.7 · 460 traveler reviews2.3 hoursFrom $35

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Outty Ranking

76/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.7/5

Based on 460 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour worth booking?

New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour is a 2.3-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $35 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 460 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
76 / 100
Rating
4.7/5 (460)
Duration
2.3 hours
From
$35 per person

This tour provides an insider’s perspective, with opportunities to walk around on your own and take in the rich history of New Orleans. Relax in our bus with small group sizes and visit historic neighborhoods, including

What you get

    About this experience

    This tour provides an insider’s perspective, with opportunities to walk around on your own and take in the rich history of New Orleans. Relax in our bus with small group sizes and visit historic neighborhoods, including the French Quarter, Treme, Faubourgs St. John and Marigny, Garden and Warehouse Districts as well as a stop in one of our St. Louis Cemeteries. Enjoy a relaxing ride and experience the unique highlights of the Crescent City. The tour is 2.5 hours and offers hotel pick-up.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Local guide
    • Professional guide
    • Driver/guide

    Not included

    • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. St. Louis Cathedral

      Aside from the two stops your tour will also pass through and cover many other highlights, including St. Louis Cathedral

      Pass by without stopping

    2. New Orleans City Park

      Aside from the two stops your tour will also pass through City Park and cover many other highlights

      Pass by without stopping

    3. St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

      St. Louis #3 – our third oldest Roman Catholic “City of the Dead

    4. The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden at NOMA

      Aside from the two stops your tour will also pass through and cover many other highlights

    5. New Orleans Native Tours - Day Tours

      Tour pick-up is 30 minutes prior to tour time and offered at hotels within the French Quarter and Business District. Group sizes are typically under 15 and never over 25. This is a bus tour with two opportunities to get out and explore. One stop is in St Louis Cemetery #3 for a guided tour and about 10 minutes to look around on your own. The tour makes a second stop in City Park at the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden and Morning Call Cafe with 20 to 30 minutes to have beignets and look around the sculpture garden. Our tour guides are all licensed giving you an insider’s perspective of the city and information regarding history, architecture, and activities.

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    New Orleans Native Tours - Day Tours

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 459 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    459 verified traveler reviews for New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    385
    4 star
    46
    3 star
    13
    2 star
    8
    1 star
    7
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    danfC4047ED · June 2026

    Tour

    Justin was excellent. Great pacing, always hilarious.

    via Tripadvisor

    marquettes89 · June 2026

    Not thrilled

    I didn’t get to experience this trip. My flight was cancelled and I immediately called in to reschedule for the next day. Very helpful person said no problem, pick another time when I arrive. I tried when I finally got to NOLA & another person said nope, I didn’t cancel in time. Of course I didn’t, my flight just got cancelled!! I ended up on another tour.

    via Viator

    494mareenat · June 2026

    Justin's tour

    Justin was very informative. The trip was very nice.

    via Tripadvisor

    KAREN_J · June 2026

    The City and Cemetery...

    The City and Cemetery tour was educational and entertaining. The guide, Henry, kept the tour engaging.

    via Viator

    charlottesl · June 2026

    A MUST!! Take the bus tour and see the history of New Orleans!

    It was a short walk from the Hotel to the Bus pickup location, a little scary since we had never been to New Orleans before, but we found our pickup location fairly quickly. Our bus driver/tour guide was very knowledgeable of the locations he took us through and to. It was a little warm and a tiny bit humid, but if I could go back, I WOULD!! There is so much to see and do in this City. The buildings are bright, colorful, and if you are into architecture, this is definitely a place for you. There were colorful mural, homes that were painted with bright colors, and some beautiful historic homes. We had gone to a cemetery and he explained to us why there are above ground burials. Also, he explained to us the family crypts that are in the cemeteries and how they can get many, many, many family members in one crypt. Kinds of gross, but I guess it's the cycle of life. For the cost of the tour, it was well worth it. Being seniors, we all had some kind of issue with walking, and our tour guide was respectful of that. Again, if I could go back to New Orleans, I definitely would return and spend more time there. As it was, we only had a few hours there as we were to head out in the morning on a river cruise.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2.3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $35 to $55
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    161
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 76

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)79
    Review evidence (18% weight)72
    Booking momentum (14% weight)68
    Value for money (12% weight)87
    Listing quality (10% weight)74
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.

    How much does New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $35 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New Orleans usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour take?

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    Plan for about 2.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New Orleans is not rushed.

    Is New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 460 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New Orleans, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour?

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    Around 161 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New Orleans can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New Orleans and add a light layer if any part of the 2.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New Orleans within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in New Orleans?

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    New Orleans runs on licensed guides, and it shows: the city requires certification for tour guides, so the floor is higher here than most US cities. Ghost and cemetery walks, French Quarter food crawls, plantation history day trips and swamp boat runs make up the bulk. We rank on whether the operator handles cemetery access properly, since St. Louis No. 1 needs an authorised guide. On Outty we rank every New Orleans experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with Transportation, New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure, New Orleans Self-Transport Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit New Orleans?

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    February to May and October to November. August is heat and storm season. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in New Orleans?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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