New Orleans · CAJUN & CREOLE FOOD TOURS
Gumbo, po-boys, beignets and the argument about Creole versus Cajun, settled by eating both. The 15 below are priced, timed and clear about exactly how hungry to turn up and whether lunch counts as included.
Cruise the Mississippi aboard the Creole Queen, hear New Orleans history, and tour Chalmette Battlefield with a National Park ranger.
“A really enjoyable & relaxing afternoon on a paddle boat, a true icon of the Mississippi. The presentation from historian guide Doctor Lauren was both informative and very entertaining.”
Review the Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans, with Mississippi views, live jazz, Creole buffet details, timing, and value advice.
“i Am handicaped and they were so helpful that i was able to enjoy the whole experience. the meal was good and my favorite dessert Bread pudding was good”
Tour Laura Plantation near New Orleans for Creole history, furnished rooms, slave cabins, gardens, and an honest look at slavery.
“We highly recommend Laura Plantation . Our guide Joseph was the best: very knowledgeable and highly entertaining.”
Taste gumbo, beignets, po’boys, and Creole classics while exploring New Orleans’ French Quarter with a local guide.
“A perfect tour to learn about the culture, foods, and history of the region. Andre is very knowledgeable, from this region and is a chef himself.”
Cruise the Mississippi to Chalmette Battlefield aboard the Creole Queen, with local storytelling, New Orleans views, and an optional Creole buffet.
“It was great. Very cool to ride on a Mississippi River boat. I liked the creole/cajun lunch option. Enjoyed our stop at the battlefield. It was a very enjoyable experience.”
Sample New Orleans beignets and artisanal donuts while strolling Magazine Street and the Garden District with a local guide.
“Great variety of beignets and donuts. Thomas (our guide) was super knowledgeable and engaging. We learned a lot about New Orleans political history (which was surprising) as well as coffee history and its significance to New Orleans. Definitely recommended it to all of my friends already before writing this review, and I'm recommending it to you reading it, too! Go on this tour!”
Watch Cajun and Creole dishes come together in a French Quarter warehouse, enjoy a generous meal, and take home recipes for $40.
“Loved it. Rene was a great teacher and joke teller.”
Explore Laura Plantation near New Orleans through Creole family stories, enslaved quarters, gardens, and an 1805 raised house.
“Excellent guide, very knowledgeable and really explained the facts without rambling. We took young kids with us and they too were captivated.”
Learn dark roux gumbo, shrimp étouffée, and bananas Foster in a small New Orleans class with wine, local stories, and a sit-down meal.
“Chef Raymond was a great cook and a fun storyteller who shared his experiences learning to cook, and his life in New Orleans. This was our party of 8's favorite experience of the whole trip - the Roux class was engaging and the best food we had all weekend. The hands-on cooking with Chef Raymond's tips was so fun! Thanks for the amazing class! Highly recommend! PS the Mardi Gras School of cooking is also a modern and sleek kitchen.”
Ride from New Orleans’ French Quarter to Bayou St. John on a flat, small-group bike tour with Creole history and City Park views.
“Great ride, very informative. On a one speed bike with an old fashioned seat. A bit primitive. Learned a lot about the history and geography of the city.”
Ride beyond Bourbon Street on a three-hour New Orleans e-bike tour through Creole neighborhoods, with a local guide and small-group pace.
“The architect of the many beautiful houses we rode by. Guide was very informative. Affordable pricing.”
Walk New Orleans’ Tremé with a local historian, tracing Black history, Creole culture, jazz, civil rights, and the neighborhood’s musical legacy.
“Erin was excellent! So much knowledge and passion-not seen from any guide before. We enjoyed the information and honesty she shares, the music to go along with it as well. Perfect amount of time at the different landmarks. Had even a special look inside Perseverance Hall/Lodge and parade/march for MLK day--so apropos and so cool! Highly recommend this tour and would return with friends.”
Eat gumbo, boudin, cracklin, etouffee, and king cake while exploring Lafayette’s Cajun culture on a small-group food bus tour.
“We visit the Lafayette area regularly since we have family there. This experience brought us to eateries that we’ve never experienced. All had wonderful food and atmosphere. The tour director was also wonderful. He has so much knowledge of the history and culture that makes Lafayette so special. We will pass this experience on to our friends and family. Thank you Viator !!”
Explore New Orleans’ French Quarter with a local Creole guide, intimate groups, hidden corners, and stories in English, French, Spanish, or Italian.
“On ne voit pas passer le temps. plein de bons conseils. Elle s'adapte et nous plonge dans l'histoire du quartier Français. on l'a fait dès notre arrivée, ce qui nous a permis d'été conseillé pour la suite.”
Cruise the Mississippi aboard the Creole Queen with live jazz, French Quarter views, optional Creole brunch, and New Orleans cocktails.
“Lovely breakfast and trip down the river. Music was perfect. Very enjoyable. I’ve been to New Orleans several times but this was my first time on the water. A new perspective was great. Just as advertised.”
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