New Orleans
Educational Tours
& Student Trips

The French Quarter is the historic soul of New Orleans and the anchor for any student itinerary. As the oldest neighborhood in the city, it showcases centuries of history in its distinctive architecture, from wrought-iron balconies and hidden courtyards to landmarks like Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral. Student groups take guided walking tours that trace the French and Spanish colonial roots of the city, the blending of cultures that created New Orleans, and the stories behind its most famous streets and buildings. For students studying American history, architecture, or cultural studies, the French Quarter is a living classroom where the layered history of the city is visible on every block. It is also the heart of the city’s cuisine and music culture, giving students an authentic sense of what makes New Orleans unique.

The National WWII Museum is one of the most acclaimed museums in the country and a cornerstone of any New Orleans educational tour. Designated by Congress as the official WWII museum of the United States, it tells the sweeping story of the American experience in the war through immersive exhibits, personal accounts, restored aircraft and vehicles, and powerful multimedia presentations. Student groups explore the causes and course of the war, the home front, and the human stories behind the history, gaining a deep and moving understanding of one of the most significant events of the 20th century. For history and social studies groups, the museum delivers context and emotional impact that classroom study alone cannot match, making it an essential stop in New Orleans.

New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz, and experiencing its living music tradition is one of the most memorable parts of any student trip. Jazz emerged here more than a century ago from a blend of African rhythms, blues, ragtime, and brass band traditions, and the city has nurtured the art form ever since. Student groups can experience authentic performances at historic venues like Preservation Hall, where the legendary Preservation Hall Jazz Band keeps traditional New Orleans jazz alive night after night. Guided experiences connect the music to its cultural roots, tracing how jazz grew out of the city’s unique history and spread to shape American music as a whole. For students studying music, cultural history, or the arts, the New Orleans jazz scene offers a direct, joyful connection to one of America’s greatest cultural achievements.

The Audubon Nature Institute brings Gulf Coast science and ecology to a New Orleans educational tour. The institute operates a family of attractions including the Audubon Aquarium, home to the marine life of the Gulf of Mexico and beyond, and the Audubon Zoo, known for its Louisiana Swamp exhibit showcasing the wildlife of the region’s bayous and wetlands. Student groups explore aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems up close, learning about biodiversity, conservation, and the delicate balance of the Mississippi Delta environment. For biology and environmental science groups, the Audubon Nature Institute provides an engaging, hands-on complement to the history and culture of the city, connecting students to the natural world of the Gulf Coast.

With more than 30 years planning educational travel, Educational Travel Adventures has helped over 20,000 educators create unforgettable student trips throughout the United States’ most dynamic learning destinations. New Orleans offers a rare combination of American history, world-changing music heritage, and Gulf Coast science all within one culturally distinctive city. From the exhibits of the National WWII Museum to the horns of Preservation Hall, students engage directly with the history, culture, and natural environment that make New Orleans unlike anywhere else in America.

• Custom New Orleans itineraries built around your curriculum, grade level, and group goals
• End-to-end trip planning, including WWII Museum programming, jazz performances, Audubon attraction reservations, guided tours, lodging, and ground logistics
• Secure online registration and family payment portal with flexible payment options
• Proven safety and on-site support, including vetted partners, 24/7 assistance, and experienced Tour Managers throughout the New Orleans trip

Planning a New Orleans school trip means coordinating historic sites, museum programming, live music experiences, and nature attractions across the city. Our team handles every detail so educators can stay focused on student engagement.