The 7 Best Cocktail Bar Tours in New Orleans

1.New Orleans Cocktail and Food History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 819 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $160Our pick

Start at Red Fish Grill with gumbo and a Hurricane, then walk through the French Quarter for hot sauces, muffuletta, jambalaya, pralines, plantains, and up to four full-size cocktails. Guides such as Meg, Ben, Gary, and Dylan bring local stories to a small group of up to 16. Vegetarian meals are available, but not vegan, dairy-free, or gluten-free.

“Ben was fantastic. Food and cocktails were great. He told history of Louisiana and explained all the items in the food and origins”

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2.New Orleans Original Craft Cocktail Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 675 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $28Best value

Walk the French Quarter with a local guide such as Val, Robi, Kimberly, or Katherine, stopping at historic bars and restaurants for New Orleans cocktails and stories. The $28 tour lasts about two hours to two and a half hours. Three cocktails are included with the upgraded option, while the standard option includes fewer drinks.

“Everyone in our group upgraded to the VIP package with three full size cocktails. The jazz club at the end is the real deal…great music. The tour guide Katherine was interesting and shared a lot of New Orleans history. Based on the tour description, we expected to go to three bar/restaurants and the jazz club. We actually went to five, which was excellent, however cocktails were cash and carry at the extra two establishments. We weren’t expecting to pay more during the tour. We could have chosen not to partake, but when in Rome… Be sure to eat and carb up before you go! Enjoy!”

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3.New Orleans Cocktail History Walking Tour in the French Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 604 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about three hours walking one mile through the French Quarter with a local guide such as Beth, Gary, Meg, John, or Kat. Enjoy four full cocktails at four bars, including a Sazerac, Brandy Crusta, and Roffignac, while learning how New Orleans shaped American drinking culture. Eat first and pace yourself.

“Beth was a lot of fun and very knowledgeable regarding the history of the different cocktails we drank.”

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4.French Quarter Small-Group Cocktail and Foodie Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 519 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115

Meet at the French Market at 5:00 pm for a three-hour French Quarter food and cocktail walk. You’ll sample four food tastings and four cocktails at changing stops such as Napoleon House, Cane & Table, Tujague’s, and Cafe du Monde. Guides including Jack, Craig, Nate, Rob, and Milton share local history and restaurant tips.

“Craig was awesome! The history he shared and the restaurant stops were fabulous. Highly recommend this tour. We me some life long friends.”

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5.Combo Cocktail and Food History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 180 reviews · 4 hours · from $160

Spend four hours walking through the French Quarter with a local English-speaking guide such as Meg, Ben, Nate, or Gary. Taste six generous food samples and four craft cocktails, including gumbo, muffuletta, pralines, a Hurricane, Pimm’s Cup, French 75, and daiquiri. A vegetarian menu is available, but not vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free.

“Meaghan was incredible! We learned so much and all the food and drinks were wonderful! Such an incredible and unforgettable experience!”

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6.Spirits: New Orleans Cocktail & Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk New Orleans’ French Quarter with guide John on a two-hour evening tour that links documented ghost stories, Voodoo, city history, and cocktail culture. You will visit about three bars, buy drinks separately, and hear stories drawn from local sources. The group is capped at 18 people and returns to 523 St Ann Street.

“It was an excellent tour! John has woven lore and history into informative and entertaining storytelling. He introduced us to locations we wouldn’t have found on our own. Along with the ghost stories, you get a fascinating lesson on libations and their history in New Orleans. One of my favorite things on our trip. Highly recommend!”

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7.New Orleans Cooking Class and Cocktail Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 109 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $105

Start with a two-hour New Orleans School of Cooking demonstration led by a local chef such as Eric, Dianne, or Michael. Sample gumbo, jambalaya, pralines, and more, then walk the French Quarter with a drinks guide for three classic cocktails, including a Sazerac. You receive recipes and a spice packet, but this is not hands-on cooking.

“The chef was very knowledgeable about both the cooking and the culture/history. He was very entertaining also. The food that was prepared was absolutely delicious! Hopefully I can somewhat duplicate it.”

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