There is a lot to do in New Orleans! From checking out the city's many museums to trying the city's iconic cuisine, New Orleans always has a lot going on. Despite the reputation of being a "party" city, the Big Easy has activities for everyone to enjoy—especially for couples with a wide variety of interests! From flying around the city to trying all the best Cajun and Creole food, there is a tour that is sure to delight every couple.
Best Tours for Couples
1. New Orleans Aerial Tour
6575 Stars and Stripes Blvd., (504) 241-9131
neworleansaerialtours.com
It's widely acknowledged that New Orleans boasts some pretty impressive landmarks. From the Mississippi River to the historic French Quarter, there is no better way to experience New Orleans than from the sky with your partner. Tour New Orleans via helicopter or plane with New Orleans Aerial Tours and Flight Training.
They offer a vast selection of experiences for couples to enjoy, including their "Love in the Air" Aerial Tour (featuring a bottle of champagne, chocolates, and a fantastic view of the city) and their "A Flight Name Desire" Aerial Tour (designed for those looking to plan an elaborate yet romantic proposal). There are plenty of options for couples looking to view New Orleans from the clouds.
2. Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise
400 Toulouse St., (504) 569-1401
steamboatnatchez.com
Enjoy an evening of delicious New Orleans cuisine, lovely jazz music, and a gorgeous view of the Mississippi River when you take the Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise. Perfect for couples looking to experience a romantic date night and take a tour down the iconic Mississippi river, the cruise features a buffet-style dinner, wine service, and live jazz music.
Enjoy a two-hour cruise (with boarding starting at 6 p.m.) watch the sunset on the river, and enjoy tasty, classic, New Orleans dishes including Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, Seafood Pasta, Bananas Foster, and more. Experience breathtaking views of the city on the Natchez Riverboat cruise.
3. Sidewalk Food Tours
737 Dumaine St., (877) 568-6877
sidewalkfoodtours.com
For couples that are foodies, Sidewalk Food Tours are a fantastic option to taste and try the flavors of New Orleans! The "French Quarter Food Tour" and "Lower Garden District Food Tour" both offer the opportunity to try the city's classic cuisine, including Oysters, Pralines, Po-Boys, and more.
The tours feature stops at places including Turkey and the Wolf, Royal House, Stein's Deli, New Orleans Creole Cookery, and more. There is nothing better than exploring a new city through its many culinary traditions. Bonding over new flavors and new experiences with your partner will create long-lasting memories!
4. Garden District Walking Tour
1128 Josephine St., (504) 975-4386
twochickswalkingtours.com
A neighborhood full of history, and charm, the Garden District is one of the most iconic neighborhoods in America. Boasting impressive mansions, decorated with Greek-style columns and intricate iron gates, each home tells a story. Walk down the oak-lined streets with your beaux and learn more about the famous neighborhood that many New Orleanians call home.
If you and your significant other have an interest in homes, architecture, and history—or, you simply like to walk around and imagine what it would be like to live in such an impressive area—then a Garden District Walking Tour is the option for you. Continuing to thrive and maintain its integrity, this neighborhood still continues to maintain its decades-old charm.
5. Private Carriage Ride Tour of the French Quarter
700 Decatur St., (504) 943-8820
neworleanscarriages.com
Tour the French Quarter on a traditional horse-drawn or mule-drawn carriage and learn about the vast history and events that took place in the iconic neighborhood. A great way to see the city one-on-one with your partner, a horse-drawn carriage ride is a romantic and fun way to learn more about New Orleans! It's the perfect way to feel as though you have been transported back in time to view the city from a different lens as you ride along the cobblestone streets.
Accompanied by local and passionate guides that will share interesting anecdotes and stories about important landmarks like Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral, a private carriage tour through the French Quarter is perfect for couples who want to have a more personal and intimate experience that can be cherished forever.
6. Bike Tours of New Orleans
317 Burgundy St.
neworleansbiketour.com
Cruising around town on a bicycle is one of the best feelings, especially if your city is a bikeable one. New Orleans, despite its pot holes, is a great place for biking—from the Blue Bike program to designated biking paths like the Lafitte Greenway—and feature many bike rentals and bike tours.
A romantic and laid back bike ride is a fun way to explore the city with your partner. For couples that like a little more activity and adventure, then a bike tour is a fantastic option! The Free Wheelin' Bike Tours of New Orleans include a "Creole and Crescent" pedal bicycle tour, a "Breezy Big Easy" electric bike tour, self-guided bike tours, and more. See all the best including City Park, Frenchman Street, and more. Tours range in prices.
7. Adults Only Ghost Tour
311 Exchange Pl., (504) 454-3939
witchesbrewstours.com
If you're a couple who enjoy scary stories, all things true-crime, and paranormal, then a haunted ghost tour through the eerie streets of the French Quarter at night is a perfect experience! Listen and learn about the city's dark history and grizzly true-crime cases by local experts.
Not necessarily romantic; however, fear does help to build stronger connections between couples, and, if anything, the many unsolved crimes around New Orleans are a great conversation starter that will have you and your partner pondering about for years to come. Grab your partner's hand and prepare to be spooked through the streets of the French Quarter.
8. Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
(800) 362-1811
citysightseeingneworleans.com
With over 19-stops in a day, the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour is a great tour where you can explore the city without the stress or pressure of driving or choosing the perfect stops. Explore the Big Easy comfortably and see popular stops including Jackson Square, Esplanade, The Superdome, and Canal Street.
A flexible way to enjoy the views of New Orleans, the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour is a one-full day experience that costs $46 per person. The bus comes every 30 minutes, so couples are free to get off, explore, and come back to be picked up and continue seeing the Crescent City!
9. French Quarter Historical Walking Tour
(504) 947-2120
tourneworleans.com
New Orleans generally, and the French Quarter specifically, is a very romantic environment. From the flickering candle light of gas-lamps lining each house to the oak trees that canopy the streets and the jazz music that sets the backdrop to the city, exploring the French Quarter with your partner feels especially romantic.
Learn more about the specific aspects of the city's architecture, the history of the neighborhood, and more by taking a French Quarter Historical Walking Tour. Visit St. Louis Cathedral, the Cabildo, and more with your significant other!
10. Afternoon Cocktail Walking Tour
getyourguide.com
Try famous New Orleans-based cocktails and visit four iconic establishments on the New Orleans Afternoon Cocktail Walking Tour. Drink in the history of New Orleans and its cocktails during this two and a half hour guided tour. Led by passionate professionals, if you and your partner enjoy trying new drinks and learning more about the history of cocktails, then this tour is the one for you!
Enjoy three classic New Orleans-made cocktails and learn more about the history of this party city. Drinks can be purchased along the way for those who want to continue to enjoy the festivities.
Tour New Orleans Together
Explore the city with your partner through one of these tours! Whether you want to see the sites of the Garden District or the French Quarter, there are so many things to see and so many ways to see them—by boat, by land, or up in the air. So pick what you like best and enjoy these great tours for couples.
