Welcome to New Orleans!
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New Orleans & Company Contact: Rachel Funel, Tourism Senior Account Executive, 504-566-5018 (office) or rfunel@neworleans.com
The Premier New Orleans Food Tour, 810 Jefferson Ave
Taste perfectly spiced Jambalaya and a cup of yummy duck gumbo. Enjoy a cup of Crawfish Etouffee. Have a section of the savory Muffuletta sandwich. And for dessert, a delicious pecan Praline.
We are a locally owned company, and our tour guides are enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and have many years of experience.
As you taste each of these dishes and more, you will be amazed by the architecture in our beloved French Quarter. Your guide has many stories to share about our quirky city. It will be a fun afternoon!
*The Premier New Orleans Food Tour company is pleased to offer a 25% discount on our most excellent tour. Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, fun and history with us. Tour starts at 1:00. Duration is 3 hours. To book: sandy@noculinarytours.com
Head over to Royal Street for some of the best galleries and antique shops in the city.
The shopping begins near the section of Iberville and Canal Street and continues through most of the Quarter. Royal Street is one of the oldest streets in New Orleans and is a must-stroll thoroughfare of the French Quarter. It begins at Canal Street, where it runs through the heart of the French Quarter, and continues downriver through the Faubourg Marigny, Bywater and eventually to the Lower 9th Ward. The most spirited section of Royal is found within the French Quarter. It is here where people flock daily to enjoy all that the street has to offer. With its well-preserved architecture and vivid flora, Royal Street is certainly one of the most beautiful streets in the entire city and a favorite spot for photography.
Reserve a tour of the French Quarter Gallery at The Historic New Orleans Collection, 520 Royal St
*At our free museum, located at 520 Royal Street, visitors can explore both changing and continuing exhibitions including the French Quarter Galleries, the Vieux Carré’s only major, ongoing display about the history of the neighborhood, and A Vanishing Bounty, an exploration of the natural and human history of Louisiana’s coastal region.
Travel advisors can reserve our French Quarter Gallery Tour (Guided Tour) at no charge using the promo code AGENT. Tours are offered Friday through Sunday at 11:30 a.m. Visit the link HERE to reserve a tour.
Visit the historic French Market, 1235 N Peters Street
Similar to some European markets, this open-air area features shopping, dining and music is a tradition that is uniquely New Orleans. From Café du Monde near Jackson Square to the bazaar at the end of Esplanade Avenue, there are five blocks of specialty retail shops and a community flea market with locally made jewelry, handmade crafts, cuisine and art.
Dinner at Tujague’s, 429 Decatur Street
As the second oldest restaurant in New Orleans, Tujague’s Restaurant has retained its reputation for providing an unforgettable dining experience. It has been a favorite for over 160 years, entertaining and satisfying the appetites of French Quarter patrons and lucky visitors.
*Complimentary bottle of private label red or white wine with the purchase of two dinner entrees. Offer valid at dinner only. Limit one offer per table. Reservations recommended. Please present VIP Pass.
Live music on Frenchmen Street
The most popular section of Frenchmen Street is a short strip in the Faubourg Marigny, just down river from the French Quarter. This area was once the plantation of a wealthy Creole born man who influenced the city of New Orleans with his joie de vivre–or a keen enjoyment of living. It has developed into the “it” block with a mix of a unique European flair and a cosmopolitan feel. It is the thriving epicenter of New Orleans music and culture, with an eclectic mix of people, clubs, restaurants and venues to form one of the most energetic and vibrant cultural spots in the world. For a complete music calendar, visit the WWOZ Livewire Music Calendar.
Visit the French Quarter
Stroll through Jackson Square to see the iconic Andrew Jackson statue and the St. Louis Cathedral, the oldest Catholic cathedral in continual use in the United States. Jackson Square is also the location of an open-air artist colony, where artists display their work on the outside of the iron fence. Visitors even have the opportunity to see the artists at work and perhaps have their portrait drawn by one of the many talents utilizing Jackson Square as their studio. You can also grab coffee and beignets from Café du Monde while people watching in the Square.
Enjoy lunch at Napoleon House, 500 Chartres Street
Offers one of the most unique and elegant settings anywhere for parties and receptions. Constructed in the late 1700’s; owned and operated by Ralph Brennan since May of 2015. Its authentic exterior, deeply patinated walls, heart of pine floors, sunken cypress doors exudes European charm. The upstairs private rooms boast glittering custom chandeliers, antiqued cypress wood mantles, heirloom silk tapestry drapes and balcony access with breathtaking views of the French Quarter.
*Purchase any 1 Po-Boy, and receive a 2nd Po-Boy FREE. Offer not available with other offers/discounts. Please present valid IATA, CLIA ID, or business card when redeeming offers.
Take a cruise down the Mississippi River on the Creole Queen Paddlewheeler
The 880 passenger Paddlewheeler Creole Queen is New Orleans’ most luxurious daily excursions riverboat on the Mississippi River. The Creole Queen is an traditional riverboat powered by a 24-ft diameter paddlewheel. She has three private dining rooms giving her the largest indoor capacity available on excursion vessels in New Orleans. Enjoy a Dinner Jazz Cruise, a Historical Cruise, or even one of our Special Event Cruises.
*Use code CVBVIP for $10 per adult on the Creole Queen Historic, Creole Queen Weekend Jazz Brunch, and Creole Queen Dinner Jazz Cruise.
Visit the iconic live music venue, Tipitina’s, 501 Napoleon Ave
Tipitina’s began as a neighborhood juke joint, established in 1977 by a group of young music fans to provide a place for Professor Longhair to perform in his final years. Since then Tipitina’s has grown into an Uptown musical mainstay for both national and international touring acts, as well as being home to many of New Orleans’ most historic artists. Available for public or private events, Tipitina’s is an authentic part of the cultural fabric of New Orleans.
*Tickets for (2) people to a concert at Tipitina’s. Not valid during New Year’s Eve, Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, Benefits/Fundraisers, or Private Events. Must be over 21 and contact brian@tipitinas.com at least (10) business days in advance to redeem.
Dinner at The Bower, 1320 Magazine Street
A full-service restaurant and bar proudly highlighting locally sourced American cuisine. Louisiana farmers and farmers markets are our jam and inspiration. Our menus are ingredient driven determined by seasons, product availability and health benefits they provide.
*Complimentary bottle of happy hour red or white wine with the purchase of two dinner entrees. Offer valid at dinner only. Not available with any other offer. No cash value. Limit one offer per table. Reservations recommended. Please present VIP Pass.
Take a day trip to explore the historic estates of Southern Louisiana or take a swamp tour!
*It is recommended that you rent a car for the day or use a local company that offers swamp and plantation tours with transportation.
Thirty minutes away from New Orleans and 10 minutes away from the New Orleans International Airport. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Our costumed historical interpreters will intrigue you with stories of the families who lived on the plantation free and enslaved. After guests can view a folk-life demonstration and self-explore the dependancy buildings and grounds. The plantation has a lovely gift shop with hand-made items from local artisans.
*Complimentary admission tickets for the IATA/CLIA/True member and 20% off for their guests. Must present IATA/CLIA/True card onsite to receive the discounted ticket(s).
Houmas House Historic Estate and Gardens
A short drive from New Orleans is Houmas House and Gardens, This historic estate boasts 38 acres of the South’s most beautiful gardens, three restaurants, a luxurious Inn and a historic mansion open daily for tours. The guided mansion tour leads guests through the architectural evolution of the mansion and details how a succession of owners and the Mississippi River grew this manor house to today’s grand estate. Period antiques, artwork and artifacts help the costumed guides tell the story of plantation life. Once sprawling over 300,000 acres, Houmas House has survived wars, floods, abandonment and the test of time. Spend the day or night and experience the Antebellum South.
*Complimentary admission tickets for the IATA/CLIA/True member and 20% off for their guests. Must present IATA/CLIA/True card onsite to receive the discounted ticket(s).
Just 25 minutes from New Orleans, explore moss draped cypress trees and bayous teeming with wildlife in historical Jean Lafitte National Park. We’ll escort you into the mysterious Louisiana swamps for an unforgettable true Cajun adventure.
*Use promo code CVBVIP at checkout for $10 per adult on the Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour.
With Airboat Adventures, it’s never been easier to get a close-up view of Louisiana’s iconic bayous and swamps. Glide over land and water to discover the exotic world in the secluded area of South Louisiana’s swamplands with high-speed airboats for groups of all sizes.
*$20 off Large Airboat & Pontoon Boat with & without roundtrip transportation. Reservations are required, please visit www.airboatadventures.com for availability & to book. Enter promo code: NOLAVIP20 for discount. Please contact info@airboatadventures.com at 504-689-2005 with any questions. Offer is valid for anyone in the VIP Passholder’s party.
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Spend the day at the National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St
The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American experience in the war that changed the world. Guests at the WWII Museum are greeted by airplanes suspended from the ceiling and a life-size replica of the “Higgins Boats” designed by New Orleans’ own Andrew Higgins. Visitors can participate in a WWII submarine crew in Final Mission, watch Beyond All Boundaries – a 4D movie experience, or submerge yourself into history with the newest WWII attraction, Expressions of America.
*Please give a business card at the ticket desk and show VIP pass to receive: Complimentary Museum General Admission (2 max)
Visit the museum’s newest attraction, Liberation Pavilion
Liberation Pavilion is The National WWII Museum’s final permanent exhibit hall exploring the end of World War II, the Holocaust, the immediate postwar years, and the war’s continuing impact today. The three-story Pavilion houses two floors of exhibit space featuring personal experiences, iconic imagery, impactful artifacts, and immersive settings, as well as a third-floor theater offering audiences a brand-new cinematic experience. Designed to be the capstone experience for Museum guests, Liberation Pavilion provides visitors opportunities to contemplate the joys, costs, and meaning of liberation and freedom.
*Please give a business card at the ticket desk and show VIP pass to receive:Complimentary Museum General Admission (2 max)Complimentary Expressions of America Adult General Admission (2 max)
After the museum, stop by the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art is about a 2 minute walk from the National World War II Museum.
Dedicated to the visual arts and culture of the American South, Ogden Museum presents the largest public collection of photography, contemporary, folk, self-taught and historic art. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
*New Orleans & Co VIP Pass Holders can enjoy complimentary admission to Ogden Museum of Southern Art. No reservation is required, simply show your VIP Pass to the front desk when you arrive to take advantage of the offer.
“Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler” (Let the Good Times Roll)!!! Thank you for visiting. We look forward to seeing you back in New Orleans!
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No cash value. Based on availability. Offers subject to change. Not available with any other offer from same company. Valid through December 31, 2025.