The 6 Best New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

1.New Orleans City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,943 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $51Our pick

See New Orleans from an open-air or climate-controlled double-decker bus with a live English-speaking guide. The 90-minute loop links Jackson Square, the French Market, Marigny, Tremé, the Garden District, the WWII Museum, Mardi Gras World, and the riverfront. Hop off to explore, then rejoin the route.

“This is a double decker bus to where sitting up top it was covered from the weather and elements. The seats are comfortable and the tour information was very informative.”

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2.City Sightseeing New Orleans HOHO Bus Tour & Bookable Extras

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,077 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $51

Use a live English-speaking guide and an open-top bus to explore New Orleans from Jackson Square to Mardi Gras World. The route covers the French Quarter, Treme, Garden District, museums, and riverfront. Two and three-day passes add guided walks, while guides such as Linda, Ron, and Chris bring local stories to the ride.

“Great way to see New Orleans down town with a tour guide armed with information. Able to hop off and on the bus easily and definitely the best way to see as much as possible in a day.”

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3.New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off Unlimited Sightseeing Package

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 528 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $54

See New Orleans by live-guided hop-on hop-off bus for three days, then join walking tours of the French Quarter and Garden District. You can ride with guides such as Deidre, Logan, Chris, and Ron, follow the 19-stop route, and build your own schedule around music, museums, cemeteries, and food.

“This is a great way ro get around town and see iconic spots. Things aren't as close as they seem. The tour guides are so good and knowledgeable about the city. The 3 day option is the best.”

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4.2 or 3 Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 291 reviews · 1h 30m · from $47

Use a 2 or 3-day open-top bus pass to explore New Orleans from Jackson Square to the Garden District, Tremé, the WWII Museum, and the Arts District. Live guides such as Paige, Logan, Gena, and Colin add local stories, while walking tours bring extra detail on foot.

“Collin, Johnathan and Linda were great...either on the bus or during walking tours in Garden District or Fench Quarter. There was a black gentleman on the bus during the afternoon 3/25 who held microphone too close to mouth and didn't really share info about general interest sites.”

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5.New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off and Garden District Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 171 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $47

Ride a live-guided double-decker bus through New Orleans for two consecutive days, stopping near Jackson Square, Frenchmen Street, museums, Magazine Street, and the Garden District. The ticket includes a guided Garden District walk with guides such as Colin, plus restaurant and shopping discounts.

“It was very nice, we had two ladies that was absolutely helpful with a lot of information. We really enjoyed and appreciate the staff.”

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6.Easy Hop-On Hop-Off Craft Brewery Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $43Best value

Use a one-day hop-on, hop-off pass to visit New Orleans breweries by van. Friday and Saturday serve Uptown, while Sunday covers Mid City and Bywater. Elizabeth is one named driver and host. Beer, food, brewery tours, and tastings cost extra.

“This was a great experience and Elizabeth was a fantastic driver and host. This is a great way to get around the city and discover some fantastic craft beers! Highly recommended for anyone who lives beer!”

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