(and Unforgettable)
So you're thinking about visiting New Orleans in 2025 — good choice. The city is a sensory overload in the best possible way: spicy food, live music on every corner, and locals who might tell you a ghost story or two over beignets. But there's one question on every traveler's mind:
Is New Orleans expensive to visit?
Short answer: It can be.
Longer answer: Not if you do it right.
Let’s break it down and show you how to experience the best of the Big Easy without draining your bank account — including a little $10 travel hack called the New Orleans Travel Pass that might just become your new favorite souvenir.
The Real Cost of a Good Time in NOLA
Accommodation: Hotel prices in the French Quarter or Garden District can spike depending on season (especially around Mardi Gras or Jazz Fest). Expect anywhere from $120–$300+ per night.
Food & Drink: Street eats like po' boys or beignets are budget-friendly, but fine dining and cocktails can rack up quickly. Budget about $40–$80 per day, minimum.
Attractions: This is where it adds up. Between walking tours, historic home admissions, swamp boat rides, and museum entries, each activity can cost $15–$60 — even more for combo tours.
Bottom line: You can easily spend $500–800 on a 3-day visit… just on sightseeing.
Enter the NOLA Travel Pass: Your Citywide Shortcut
Here’s where things get spicy — in a good way.
The New Orleans Travel Pass is a curated discount portal that gets you access to top attractions, local tours, and hidden gems across the city — all bundled into one easy pass at the best rate.
Think of it like your VIP wristband to the city’s best experiences, minus the stress of planning every little detail or debating which ghost tour is worth it.
What’s Included? A Sample of the Savings
With one pass, you get exclusive access to:
A classic jazz cruise on the Mississippi
A cemetery and voodoo tour through St. Louis No. 1
A cooking demo + tasting of gumbo and pralines
An insider’s cocktail crawl through the French Quarter
Oak Alley, Whitney & Laura Plantations
A swamp tour just outside the city
And more — all pre-paid and easy to scan from your phone
Depending on the tour you choose, the pass can save you up to 30% compared to booking experiences individually and hundreds if used for multiple tours. Check out the example below to get a better understanding.
See How Much You Could Save
Why It’s Worth It (Especially in 2025)
2025 is forecasted to be a huge year for tourism in New Orleans. Between international visitors, new hotel openings, and major festivals, prices are likely to climb — especially during peak travel months.
By locking in experiences with a Travel Pass, you:
Avoid price hikes
Skip the hassle of last-minute bookings
Discover off-the-beaten-path attractions included in the pass
Support local tour guides and small businesses in one smart move
Final Thoughts: NOLA on a Budget Is Still NOLA at Its Best
New Orleans has always welcomed travelers of every kind — from jazz-lovers on a shoestring to foodies chasing the next unforgettable bite. Is it expensive? It doesn’t have to be.
With the New Orleans Travel Pass, you're not just saving money — you're stepping into the city with a game plan, a little VIP treatment, and the freedom to say yes to every experience that catches your ear, eye, or nose.
Laissez les bon temps rouler — without breaking the bank.
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