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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Delve into the history of the French Quarter on a 2-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable guide who shares the legends and landmarks of this fascinating city. At a relaxed pace, take in the Mississippi River, French Market, St Louis Cathedral, the Cabildo, the Presbytere, Jackson Square and more. Visit historic buildings and secluded courtyards, see famous literary and silver screen locations, and learn about Creole culture. Your entertaining guide provides a deep understanding of the forces that shaped the Big Easy.
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Departure Point
334 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Departure Point: Royal Cafe Beignet, 334 Royal Street, next to the Police Station
Return Details
Jackson Square, 701 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
In and around Jackson Square in the middle of the French Quarter
French Quarter, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Make your own way to Musical Legends Park to meet your guide for your walking tour. After introductions, stroll a short distance to the banks of the Mississippi River where you learn how levee construction transformed the swamp into fertile farmland, making New Orleans an important hub in the region. 30 minutes
French Market, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Continue by walking through the French Market, the oldest open-air market in the US. 15 minutes
Old Ursuline Convent Museum, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Stand outside the Mississippi River valley’s oldest building, the Ursuline Convent, whose history provides a window onto early colonization efforts in Louisiana. 15 minutes
Jackson Square, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Next, you will head to Jackson Square, the heart of the French Quarter 15 minutes
Cabildo, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States See important sites including the Cabildo - built between 1795 and 1799 - this building once housed the center of government in New Orleans and it is now the Louisiana State Museum. 15 minutes
The Presbytere, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States See the Presbytere - built in 1791 to match the Cabildo is a fascinating museum with 2 permanent exhibits telling of both the cities resilience and celebration.
Pontalba Buildings, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Learn about these block-long buildings which form two sides of Jackson Square in the heart of the French Quarter of New Orleans.
St. Louis Cathedral, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Your guide takes you inside St Louis Cathedral and shows you where the Great New Orleans Fire of 1788 started, explaining how rebuilding post-fire resulted in what is now considered the classic architectural style of the French Quarter. 30 minutes
Pirates Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA Next, step into a lush Creole courtyard and learn about the complexities of Creole society and slavery in South Louisiana. Walk to the balcony of the former Quadroon Ballroom while your guide explains the former lives of Creole mistresses and the system known as 'placage.'
During your tour, your guide points out film sites and literary haunts such as the building where Tennessee Williams wrote ‘A Streetcar Named Desire.’ You'll enter William Faulkner’s home before you stop at Pirate's Alley, where your guide recounts local legends about prison escapes and dueling. Also, enjoy the tunes of talented street musicians as you stroll. 15 minutes
Mississippi River, Louisiana, Verenigde Staten Choose from a morning or evening tour and expect to walk about 2 miles (3.2 km) at a leisurely pace before wrapping up near the Mississippi River levee. 15 minutes
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Christopher_T
12 Nov 2024
Informative tour with David. Nice French quarter tour, not too much walking if that helps the decision
Diana_A
06 Nov 2024
We had a great time. Tour was very informative and entertaining. I would definitely recommend. Arrive early so you can have bignets and cafe au lait where the tour begins. Bring comfy shoes. At the end of our tour we walked 4 blocks over to Frenchman street and had some drinks at 2 local bars.
Maria_R
01 Nov 2024
Our guide was very knowledgeable, funny, engaging. Learned interesting facts. So much fun! We even played piano
This tour in
New Orleans
is organized by
Historic New Orleans Tours
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