Unleash the best of New Orleans on a budget with affordable tours, mouthwatering cuisine, and unforgettable experiences – Gators and Ghosts is your key to unlocking the Big Easy!
We all know money can be tight, especially these days, but that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying a visit to an incredible city like New Orleans. With such a laid-back atmosphere and easy-going way of life, it’s not hard to explore NOLA on a budget.
Exploring For Less
New Orleans is by no means a big city, but there’s lots to explore, even if you’re trying to keep the cost low.
Walking Tours
One of the most affordable options is a walking tour – at Gators and Ghosts, we offer tours throughout the city on various subjects like haunted history and vampire tours in the French Quarter, as well as walking tours of the Garden District where you’ll see stately mansions and historical architecture. Call us today to set up your walking tour to experience some of the most special parts of the city on a budget, and if you use the promo code 3OFFEVERYTHING, you’ll even snag a discount!
Streetcars and Buses
Public transportation is a low-cost way to explore the city, especially if you aren’t renting a car while you’re here. City buses travel throughout the Greater New Orleans area, and the streetcar line cuts through some of the most popular parts of NOLA. You can buy single rides, day passes, and more, and explore like the locals do. And for a quick trip across the Mighty Mississippi River (that also won’t break the bank), hop on the local ferry. It’s a great way to catch a breeze, get a good view of the city skyline, and make your way to another part of NOLA without having to deal with the traffic.
Parks
There are tons of parks and green spaces throughout New Orleans to explore for free as well. An easy streetcar ride from the French Quarter will lead you to City Park, one of the largest city-owned green spaces in the nation, where you’ll find ancient oak trees, beautiful gardens and walking trails, and an incredible sculpture garden that will make you feel like you’re transported far from the hustle and bustle of city life.
