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New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour

New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour

Overview

Discover the history of New Orleans through its architecture on a 2-hour walk around the French Quarter. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with a local guide to explore the many building styles prevalent in this neighborhood, with special attention to the history and the features of French and Spanish architecture. Hear the stories of the 18th and 19th century architects and families who made their mark on this unique area. Buildings included in this tour range from Creole Colonial buildings such as the Ursuline Convent and Madame John's Legacy to the 20th Century Louisiana Supreme Court. Your group will be no more than 14 people allowing for a more intimate, personal experience.

City: New Orleans

Fri 20 Jun

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Starting at $35.00

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Fri 20 Jun

Starting at $35.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Licensed, insured, local guide with an extensive knowledge of the area

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 1 year
Umbrella, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended

What To Expect

French Quarter

Our guide will give you a intro to New Orleans history to start your tour.

Jackson Square

The guide will discuss main buildings that line this park, including the Cathedral, Cabildo and Presbytere. The history of the Pontalba Buildings is discussed as well.

St. Louis Cathedral

Our guide will tell the story of this building from its humble beginnings as a wooden parish church to the incredible Cathedral you see before you.

Cabildo

Our guide will discuss the historical era, significance and building style of the Cabildo.

The Presbytere

The guide will share the history and current status of the Presbytere.

Chartres Street

Chartres Street stops include buildings with historic significance that span from our Spanish Era into the American Period.

Royal Street

Royal Street is another great strolling street full of shops and restaurants. On this street, our guests will learn more about how to identify different types of buildings.

New Orleans Architecture Tours

Guests should leave this tour with a better understanding of how our history shaped our buildings and take this knowledge back home with them to rediscover their own hometown buildings.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (226)

Tommy_H

Mar 2025

Very relaxed and informal. Wonderful, peaceful, gentle walk. Tour guide was extremely polite and knowledgeable about architecture styles and historical contexts

Guide65428504030

Mar 2025

Extremely informative and engaging for myself and my teen daughter. Caroline was a wonderful tour guide who shared the local perspective. Perfect way to start our trip.

B8244YTandrewb

Mar 2025

What a great experience w/ our guide Janet. She had so much to share and we enjoyed listening! Although I have been to NOLA twice before, I learned about and saw so many places I had not before - especially the Old Ursuline Convent and would never have thought Sicilians settled in New Orleans!