If you’re looking to experience Louisiana’s wetlands beyond the French Quarter, a swamp tour is one of the most popular day trips from New Orleans. During our trip, we booked the Cajun Encounters Honey Island Swamp Tour , one of the most well-known swamp tour operators in the area. The tour takes place about 30 minutes outside of downtown New Orleans  and offers a guided boat ride through the Honey Island Swamp, home to alligators, raccoons, birds, and other native wildlife.

A sunset cruise on the Mississippi River is one of the most iconic experiences in New Orleans, especially when it includes live jazz and views of the city skyline. During our trip, we boarded the Riverboat Natchez  for their sunset jazz cruise , a two-hour steamboat ride along the Mississippi River. Tickets cost $47.50 per adult , and we paid $95 total for two people . The cruise features live jazz music, open-air decks, and views of New Orleans landmarks like Jackson Square

Searching for Four Seasons New Orleans reviews? We stayed four nights in a superior city-view king room and wanted to share an honest breakdown of the rooms, amenities, dining, service, pricing, and overall value. This luxury riverfront hotel features a rooftop pool overlooking the Mississippi River, an observation deck 34 stories up, and easy access to the French Quarter for beignets, live jazz, and sightseeing. Our stay cost $1,257.17 after a third-night-free promotion (t