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New Orleans is a city of vibrant culture, mesmerizing music, and mouthwatering cuisine. Among its many delights, the sweet tours stand out, offering a unique way to explore the city’s sugary treasures. Perfect for those with a sweet tooth, these tours guide you through the rich history and flavors of New Orleans’ most iconic desserts, leaving you dreaming of pralines, beignets, and more. Below, discover seven sweet tours that promise indulgence and adventure.
1. Underground Donut Tour: Historic Beignet & Donut Tour
On the Underground Donut Tour, you’ll taste delicious beignets and donuts from local favorites like District Donuts, culminating at The Vintage. This tour blends sweet sensations with scenic views, making for a delightful outing. The two-hour, two-mile tour is priced from $55, offering an affordable way to treat yourself. Perfect for dessert enthusiasts and history buffs alike, it’s a journey through taste and time.
2. Spectral City Tours: Sweet & Sinful Dessert Tour (French Quarter)
Ghostly tales meet sugary treats on the Sweet & Sinful Dessert Tour by Spectral City Tours. It’s a unique experience where haunted history is served alongside five delectable desserts including beignets, snowballs, and pralines. Small group sizes ensure a personal touch, as you wander through the atmospheric streets of the French Quarter. Available through popular platforms like Viator and Tripadvisor, this tour offers a taste of New Orleans’ eerie allure. Whether you’re a fan of the supernatural or simply love sweets, this tour is a must-try.
3. Beignets & Booze: Bad & Boujee Beignets Culture Walking Tour
Indulge in a tasteful fusion of beignets and cocktails with the Bad & Boujee Beignets Culture Walking Tour. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this tour artfully combines sweet and savory flavors with a touch of local history. As you wander through the lively Quarter and Tremé, you’ll sample both classic and innovative beignets, each paired with a perfectly matched cocktail. Offered by a local provider via GetYourGuide, this tour promises a flavorful journey through culture and cuisine, making it a memorable New Orleans experience.
4. Gray Line: New Orleans Cooking Class + Craft Cocktail Walking Tour
Combine culinary skills with cocktail history on Gray Line’s tour. Starting with a hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn to make local delicacies, including the iconic pralines. The adventure continues with a walking tour that includes two full craft cocktails. This four-hour experience is perfect for adults aged 21 and over, offering an enriching blend of flavors and stories. Priced at around $105.50, it begins at the New Orleans School of Cooking. Whether you’re a budding chef or a cocktail enthusiast, this tour offers something for everyone.
5. Take Walks: Full-Day New Orleans Tour (with pralines & beignets)
Explore the best of New Orleans with Take Walks’ full-day tour, where pralines and beignets are just part of the experience. This comprehensive tour covers the city’s highlights, from the French Quarter to the Garden District, and ends with a sweet finale overlooking the Mississippi River. Perfect for those who want a big-picture view of New Orleans, the tour mixes walking and transport for a seamless adventure. Along the way, you’ll enjoy freshly made pralines and classic beignets, making this journey as sweet as it is informative.
6. Revelry Tours: New Orleans Dessert Tour (French Quarter)
As the sun sets over the French Quarter, Revelry Tours invites you to indulge your senses on their dessert tour. Picture yourself savoring beignets, pralines, king cake, and bread pudding, each with its own story to tell. This tour offers not only sweet delights but also a slice of local history with each bite. Lasting approximately two hours, it begins near Vacherie and is perfect for night owls. With varying age policies, it’s essential to check when booking. The tour costs around $99.99, but the memories are priceless.
7. DIY “Sno-Ball Crawl” (Spring–Summer)
When the sun is high, the locals cool off with sno-balls. Create your own sno-ball adventure by exploring famed locations like Hansen’s Sno-Bliz, a James Beard Award-winning classic. This DIY tour allows you to savor this syrup-drenched delight at your own pace. The sno-ball crawl runs from spring to late summer, with lines often stretching on hot days. Check the city’s official page for seasonal tips and top picks. It’s a refreshing way to explore New Orleans’ cool side, making summer days a little sweeter.
