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French Quarter Tour: Historical Sights and Stories
4.9
2,535 Ratings
New Orleans
Explore the oldest and most dynamic district of New Orleans on this tour, packed with history, culture, architectural highlights, and the engaging tales that truly capture the essence of this city. The group limit is maintained at 12 participants for a more intimate and enjoyable experience.
Explore the oldest and most dynamic district of New Orleans on this tour, packed with history, culture, architectural highlights, and the engaging tales that truly capture the essence of this city. The group limit is maintained at 12 participants for a more intimate and enjoyable experience.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- French Quarter - Visit the iconic locations of the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans.
- French Market - Hear the stories of New Orleans amid the hustle and bustle of the old French Market.
- St. Louis Cathedral - A beautiful basilica built in the late 18th Century, the Cathedral has been witness to the tragic and triumphant moments in our…
- French Quarter - Visit the iconic locations of the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans.
- French Market - Hear the stories of New Orleans amid the hustle and bustle of the old French Market.
- St. Louis Cathedral - A beautiful basilica built in the late 18th Century, the Cathedral has been witness to the tragic and triumphant moments in our history.
- Mississippi River - The Mississippi River gave the city life, but we fight it every day. Come see the third largest river in the world!
- Royal Street - Shopping, street performers, famous restaurants, and - you guessed it- stories on this famous thoroughfare!
- Jackson Square - The square is the heart of New Orleans, and has tells the story of a city that is French and Spanish, American and Caribbean.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible, although the sidewalks are quite uneven
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- It is recommended that guests bring water, especially in the warmer months
- Comfortable walking shoes are a must
- Wheelchair accessible, although the sidewalks are quite uneven
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- It is recommended that guests bring water, especially in the warmer months
- Comfortable walking shoes are a must
Location
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Dumaine Street
Your guide will be waiting at the jazz fountain at the intersection of Decatur and Dumaine Streets. The fountain does not have an actual address, but it is right next door to Evans Creole Candy Factory at 848 Decatur.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Pamela_r
Jun 9, 2025
Leslie was fantastic - It was fabulous! Leslie was so knowledgeable and easy to be with! Leslie made the tour enjoyably fun!
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Richard_h
Jun 4, 2025
Top notch tour! - Yvonne provided a great tour! So knowledgeable, friendly, and fun. This was not my first tour of New Orleans, but it was the best. As a native of New Orleans, Yvonne provided a perspective that would be hard for others to do. I thoroughly enjoyed it and recommend it highly.
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Essexspursfan
Jun 2, 2025
Excellent tour - Excellent tour led by Libby. My wife and I enjoyed her stories and knowledge of the area. Libby paced the tour well and we definitely recommend.
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Judith_r
Jun 2, 2025
French Quarter - Guide was very knowledgeable! She was very aware of the heat and made sure we rested and found shade whenever possible.
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Michael_b
May 28, 2025
Excellent tour - Our guide was very informative and knew the history very well. It was an excellent tour for the cost. Thank you
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Tmosier06
May 27, 2025
French Quarter walking tour - Renee was an awesome tour guide for our French qtr tour. She is fun, passionate and entertaining. We got lost trying to find the meet up and she graciously talked us through finding the group. We learned so much about this grand city. Would definitely book again !
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5marybethm
May 27, 2025
Great Tour - Melissa was awesome. Very knowledgeable and great personality!!
Walking was just enough. Stopped a couple of times and was able to sit down.
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Northstar22594066873
May 25, 2025
French Quarter Walking Tour a Hit - Melissa H. was excellent. Provided a detailed narrative of New Orleans' historical events and figures from colonial and times to early 1900's . Full 2 hours. One of the best tours I've been on anywhere.
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Stewieg_13
May 25, 2025
Great tour! - Amazing tour, very fun and informative. Scott knew everything about the city and was fun to speak to. Had great reco for things to do in the city as well!
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Nootan_s
May 29, 2025
Tour guide delivered... - Tour guide delivered amazing historical background of french quarter but we expected more sightseeing on Royal and other street.
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