Planning a trip to The Big Easy? Get ready for brass bands, beignets and breezes straight off the mighty Mississippi. New Orleans packs in culture, cuisine and character on every block, from the French Quarter’s cast-iron balconies to moss-draped bayous just beyond the city. That’s where Go City New Orleans shines—with access to 25+ attractions, tours and experiences on the All-Inclusive Pass, it makes exploring easy and affordable. For families, friends, first-timers and curious solo wanderers alike. Read on for the lowdown.
The basics: what is the Go City New Orleans pass?
It’s a sightseeing pass that unlocks entry to many of the top tours and attractions in New Orleans for one upfront price. Just choose the number of days you want your All-Inclusive Pass to run for and you’re good to go.
All-Inclusive Pass
- Choose a 1, 2, 3 or 5-day pass.
- Visit as many included attractions as you like on each active day.
- Perfect for first-time visitors, families and anyone keen to stack river cruises, swamp tours, museums and guided walks galore.
- Valid on consecutive calendar days from first use—start early each day to squeeze more in.
- Delivers standout value when you plan two or more activities per day.
Buying and activating your pass
- Buy online: Grab your pass at the official Go City site or in the app for current prices, quick delivery and live support.
- Download the Go City app: Your pass lives in the app. Use the link in your confirmation email to add it, then browse opening hours, maps, attraction info and booking links.
- Activate when you’re ready: The All-Inclusive Pass activates at your first scan then runs for the number of consecutive calendar days you’ve selected.
Using your pass
What’s included?
What’s included?
With a stacked lineup of tours, museums and outdoor adventures, you can switch from streetcar selfies to swamp sightings in a single day. Here are some of our top highlights…
Mississippi river and bayou adventures
Glide past the French Quarter and Chalmette Battlefield on the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen’s daytime cruise—history, skyline views and river breezes in one neat package. Swap city sounds for cypress stillness on a guided swamp boat tour, where you’ll spot herons, turtles and (with luck) lazy gators sunning along the banks. Captains share local lore and ecology as you weave through bayous draped in Spanish moss, feeling a world away from downtown.
Neighborhoods and stories
Join a Garden District walking tour to wander past grand verandas, ornate mansions and cool film locations while hearing how this leafy neighborhood grew up. After dark, a French Quarter ghost or vampire tour layers folklore over gas-lit streets and hidden courtyards—equal parts history and chills. Prefer cemeteries to spooks? Licensed guides bring above-ground tombs and local burial traditions to life on a cemetery tour, with thoughtful storytelling and plenty of time for photos.
Mardi Gras and local culture
Food fans love the New Orleans School of Cooking’s demo class, where chefs stir up gumbo, jambalaya and pralines while sharing the roots of Creole and Cajun flavors (samples included, and recipes too). Round things out at the Southern Food & Beverage Museum, a flavorful walk through regional dishes, drinks and traditions.
Plan ahead
A little planning goes far in New Orleans. Start by clustering your days by area—French Quarter and Marigny one day, Garden District and Uptown the next, then a bayou or plantation day if you’re heading out of town. This approach trims transit time and leaves more room for beignets, galleries and porch breaks. Use the Go City app to check opening hours (many museums close on Mondays), last entry times and any seasonal changes. You can maximize the value of your All-Inclusive Pass by kicking off early with a morning museum or walking tour, slotting a river cruise or cooking demo in the afternoon, then capping things with an evening ghost walk.
New Orleans weather can flip from sunshine to sudden showers, so keep a flexible backup list of indoor picks. Comfortable shoes help on brick and cobbles, and a refillable water bottle makes hot afternoons easier. Finally, note parade schedules and festivals—they’re part of the charm, but they can affect traffic and availability, so book the big stuff first and let the good times fill in around it.
Reservations
Reservations
Some experiences require advance reservations, especially on weekends, holidays and festival weeks. Swamp tours, river cruises, cooking demos and certain guided walks often fill up, so book early through the links in your app. You’ll see whether you need to pick a time slot or just arrive and join the next departure. Always bring a photo ID, arrive 15–20 minutes ahead, and check the app again on the morning of your visit in case of weather-related updates.
What’s the main advantage of Go City New Orleans passes?
- Tangible savings versus buying individual tickets, especially on tour-heavy days.
- Instant mobile entry—no paper, no queues to buy tickets on the door.
- Freedom to improvise; switch plans when the weather or your mood changes.
- A curated lineup that nudges you toward experiences you might have skipped.
- Easy for groups: everyone’s pass sits in one app, and you can share plans with a tap.
Is buying a pass worth it?
Is buying a pass worth it?
If you’re keen to cruise the Mississippi, stroll the Garden District, taste your way through Creole classics and drift on the bayou—all while keeping plans simple—then yes. The All-Inclusive Pass shines when you’re packing multiple experiences into each day, allowing you to skip ticket lines and spend more time discovering the stories, flavors and rhythms that make New Orleans unforgettable.
Let’s say you get a 3-day All-Inclusive Pass and choose:
Day 1
- Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Cruise ($47)
- New Orleans School of Cooking demo and meal ($39)
- French Quarter ghost and vampire walking tour ($25)
Day 2
- Garden District tour ($25)
- National WWII Museum ($37.80)
- Longue Vue House and Gardens ($27)
Day 3
- Swamp boat adventure ($35)
- Edgar Degas House ($29)
- New Orleans Jazz Museum ($11)
- Southern-style meal ($35)
That’s $310.80 worth of tickets on a $149 pass. In other words, solid savings of over $160 and around 52% on a whole stack of New Orleans history!*
*prices accurate as of October 2025
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