New Orleans City Hop On Hop Off Bus Sightseeing Excursion

Description

• 24-hour pass with on/off privileges in New Orleans!
• Pickup and drop off close to New Orleans cruise port!
• Easy to use New Orleans sightseeing excursion map!
• English-speaking sightseeing shore excursion guide!
• Stops at the must-see sites!
• Guided French Quarter and Garden District Walking visit!
• Cemetery self-guided walk-through!

See the best highlights of New Orleans on this unique shore excursion! Welcome to the city of New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz. Along with its eclectic architecture, much that is influenced by French Creole, the wide assortment of street entertainers, magic and voodoo shops, and some of the best cuisines in the United States, you are surely able to find plenty to do at this party of the city. The annual Mardi Gras attracts thousands of visitors from around the world, and the French District is decorated in a distinct Art Nouveau manner.

We have a way for you to see this wonderful city at your leisure and with your choices in mind. This New Orleans City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off excursion will let you pick just what you want to see and then hop back on the bus for your next area of interest - 18 stops to enjoy. The buses make a continuous loop, so waiting is minimal. Upon boarding, you will receive a map and guide from either your driver or hostess. 

Sports fans will enjoy the Louisiana Superdome, which is the largest fixed dome structure in the world and home to the NFL's New Orleans Saints. Maybe you'd like to see a unique Insectarium, which is an Asian-inspired garden where you will be surrounded by thousands of precious butterflies as you wander through a mysterious Louisiana Swamp.

Naturally, many want to visit Bourbon Street where you can walk down the street with a drink in your hand and stop at any of the many clubs where you can hear the jazz that has made the city famous. In the French Quarter, you can see the stunning St. Louis Cathedral, a major landmark. Maybe visit Royal Street, one of the city's most historic areas for unique shopping experiences that can include antiques, crafts, objets d'art, and museums. Don't forget the French Market, open daily, where you can find fresh produce along with amazing souvenirs and artwork. Included in your excursion is a guided walking visit of both the French Quarter and the Garden District (each approximately 45 minutes).

Finally, many enjoy a visit to the St. Louis Cemetery, the oldest, above-ground cemetery in New Orleans, which has been made famous by such movies as Interview with a Vampire and its infamous residents. Don't forget to stop in one of the New Orleans restaurants, look for one that's crowded with locals, and you're sure to enjoy a great meal.

Your pass is good for 24 hours so whether you are vacationing in New Orleans or beginning or ending a cruise, you will have plenty of time to enjoy the sites! See the stops listed below. Take advantage of the best way to visit this beautiful city. Just hop on or hop off; wherever your fancy takes you! You can even ride the whole loop and see it all and then decide on your next stop, the choice is yours! If you want to just stay on board, each full circuit takes approximately 120 minutes. Buses run every 30 minutes with the first bus leaving at 09:30 AM and the last at 05:30 PM. Guests will be given a coupon booklet with savings, deals, and discounts at museums, restaurants, and attractions along the route. Entrance fees at the attractions guests choose to visit are not included.

BUS ROUTE
From 09:30 AM to 05:30 PM. The full circuit is 120 minutes and runs every 30 minutes.

1. Jackson Square (700 Decatur Street) *Walking Tour meeting point
2. French Market (N. Peters St. and Ursulines Ave)
3. Esplanade (N. Peters St. and Barracks St.)
4. Treme, Rampart, and Gov. Nicholls St.
5. Basin St. Station (501 Basin St.)
6. Canal Street (500 Canal St.)
7. Riverfront at Harrah's Casino (Convention Center Blvd and Poydras)
8. Center Business District (Poydras and Carondelet)
9. Louisiana Superdome (Hyatt Regency 601 Loyola Ave.)
10. The National WWII Museum (945 Magazine St.)
11. Magazine Street and Jackson Avenue
12. Garden District on Magazine Street and Washington Ave. *Walking Tour meeting point
13. Magazine Street and Louisiana Avenue
14. St. Charles Avenue and Louisiana Ave
15. St. Charles Avenue (2020 St. Charles Ave.)
16. Mardi Gras World (Port of New Orleans Place)
17. Arts District (Julia St. and St. Peters St.)
18. Harrah's Casino (S. Peters St. and Poydras)
19. Canal Place

What is included?

• 24-hour pass with on/off privileges in New Orleans (Only valid for the booking date).
• Pickup and drop off close to New Orleans cruise port.
• Easy to use New Orleans sightseeing excursion map.
• English-speaking sightseeing shore excursion guide.
• Stops at the must-see sites.
• Guided French Quarter and Garden District Walking visit.
• Cemetery self-guided walk-through.

Excursion Notes

• As you may be visiting a religious or memorial site, shoulders and knees must be covered for men and women.
• We suggest you have cash on hand for refreshments, excursion staff gratuities, shopping, etc.
• Sensible, rubber-soled walking shoes are highly recommended along with sun protection.
• Please note that admission or entrance fees to the attractions/museums, etc are not included.
• The buses used are air-conditioned (lower level).
• Mobile or Paper vouchers are accepted.
• Most of the buses are wheelchair accessible. The buses cannot safely accommodate two or more occupied wheelchairs, so if there is already a wheelchair user on the bus that you want to board, unfortunately, you’ll need to wait for the next bus. The wheelchair spaces accommodate wheelchairs measuring up to 70 cm wide, 120 cm long, and 135 cm high. If your wheelchair is larger than this it will not be possible to fit into our buses.

Where we meet

For this New Orleans City Sightseeing Hop On Hop Off Excursion, there are numerous starting locations all over town, including locations near your New Orleans cruise pier. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• Fold-up wheelchairs can be accommodated on the lower level of the bus only.
• Many sites in the city are not wheelchair accessible.
• Guests must be able to navigate a narrow steep staircase to access the top deck of the bus.
• Guests must be able to walk on paved, gravel, and cobblestone surfaces, some on inclines at most stops.
• There are steps required to enter several of the sites as well as steep curbs in some areas.
• Seating on the bus is on a first come basis.
• Excursion tickets are only valid on City Sightseeing buses. Unused tickets or tickets presented to another operator are non-refundable.
• As there is no specific end time for the excursion, it is the guest's responsibility to know their ship's scheduled departure time and plan their day to be back on board at the appointed time.
• This New Orleans City Hop On Hop Off Bus Sightseeing Excursion may involve risks. We suggest you check with your elected person of choice to see if these possible risks might affect you.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location (we will verify with the tour operator).
• Your ship skips/misses the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the excursion operator and the guest may send doctor's note). This applies to individuals only and not the remainder of the group.
  
• Cancellations/deposit refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.