Paddlewheeler cruises, swamp adventures, voodoo tours, Southern food and all that jazz – your Big Easy to-do list just keeps on growing and growing. But what’s the best way to see it all: a Go City New Orleans pass or individually bought tickets? Short answer: the pass comes out on top almost every time. We’re here to show you why, with clear examples and a little bit of number-crunching using real admission prices…
Firstly, what is a sightseeing pass?
In plain terms, it’s a single digital ticket – a golden ticket, if you like – that gets you into multiple attractions for one upfront price. Just choose the number of consecutive days you want to spend sightseeing, pick up an All-Inclusive New Orleans pass to match, and you’re good to go. No paperwork, no lost emails, no problems. Just flash your pass at your chosen attractions and you’re in. Simple, right?
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The pros of using a pass
Keep a handle on your spending
Set your budget upfront, buy your pass and that’s it – no further stressing over attraction costs. One price covers loads of New Orleans bucket-listers—think the National WWII Museum, a steamboat cruise, swamp sojourns, French Quarter walking tours and more.
Real savings on big hitters
If your shortlist includes even just a couple of heavyweight Big Easy attractions, the pass will quickly have you tracking towards meaningful savings versus paying separately. Add a cooking demo, the Cabildo and a ghost tour, and the gap widens.
Discover easily overlooked gems
New Orleans has plenty going on beyond the headline sights. With a pass, you’re far more likely to try that voodoo or ghost tour, Garden District wander, or the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience – all experiences that you might skip over if you’re buying your tickets individually.
One app fits all
Your pass, attraction details, opening hours, maps and booking links all live happily together in the Go City app. So no more flipping through tabs, no more confirmation emails playing hide and seek, and no more arguments about who forgot the tickets.
Total flexibility
Not a rigid planner? You don’t have to lock in everything weeks in advance. With the New Orleans All-Inclusive pass, you can pick your activities on the day. Some experiences ask for reservations to secure your spot, but the app makes that simple.
Take a ride on an old-fashioned Mississippi paddlesteamer!
The pros of individual tickets
A fixed-price All-Inclusive New Orleans pass won’t fit everyone’s plans. If you’re just here for the food and the vibes, you may be better off buying any entry tickets you need as you go. But, come on, who can resist a paddlewheeler cruise on the Mississippi? Or a chance to say hey to the gators on an ultimate swamp adventure? And those individual prices will mount quickly, especially if you’re traveling with family.
No upfront commitment
If you’re only eyeing one or two paid attractions, buying tickets as you go can be simpler. You pay for exactly what you use, and nothing else.
Maximum spontaneity
Love to follow the brass band you heard around the corner? Stick with individual tickets if you want the flexibility to shift plans on a whim, with no sunk costs to worry about.
Let's compare...
Feature |
Go City New Orleans passes |
Individual tickets |
Upfront cost |
✔ Paid in advance, easier to budget |
✖ Pay per attraction, adds up fast |
Total savings |
✔ The more you see, the more you save |
✖ No guaranteed savings |
Convenience |
✔ One app, one QR code, done |
✖ Booking and managing multiple tickets separately |
Extra perks |
✔ Skip-the-line access, shop discounts, food offers, free guides |
✖ None – you get what you pay for |
Food & drink deals |
✔ Includes some options and offers |
✖ Not included |
Hidden gems |
✔ Curated line-up by local experts |
✔They’re out there, you’ll just need to do some more research |
Flexibility |
✔ Visit what you want, when you want |
✔ Freedom to pick day-by-day |
Risk of overspending |
✔ No nasty surprises |
✖ Hard to track daily spend |
How much are you actually saving?
Here’s an example of what a standard 2-day New Orleans itinerary might cost with individual tickets:
Day 1
- Paddlewheeler Creole Queen cruise: $47
- Adventures in New Orleans bus tour: $53
- The New Orleans Jazz Museum: $11
Day 2
- Ultimate swamp adventure: $35
- National WWII Museum: $38
- French Quarter tour: $25
- Southern meal at MRB Restaurant: $34
That’s a total cost of $243. Now compare that to a New Orleans All-Inclusive Pass, priced at $129. In this example, you’d save about €114 or around 47%*.
Don’t forget – the pass also includes the handy app, extra perks and peace of mind that you won’t need to buy expensive tickets on the fly.
*prices accurate as of January 2026
Meet the native gators on a swamp adventure tour.
Final verdict: should you go for the pass?
We think so. If you’re planning to experience a handful of paid New Orleans attractions – think one big-ticket item each day, or a few in quick succession – the New Orleans All-Inclusive pass will almost always win on both value and convenience.
Think of it like this: would you rather spend your holiday juggling tickets and receipts, or just flash your phone and sashay straight in?
Plus, you’ll feel like a total boss every time you find a hidden gem or realise you’ve just saved $50 before you’ve even paused for your afternoon beignet break.
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