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New Orleans French Quarter Walking and History Tour

New Orleans French Quarter Walking and History Tour

Overview

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.

City: New Orleans

Wed 11 Jun

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Starting at $25.00

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Wed 11 Jun

Starting at $25.00

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What's Included

Local guide

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

French Quarter

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.

French Market

Continue by walking through the French Market, the oldest open-air market in the US.

Jackson Square

Next, you will head to Jackson Square, the heart of the French Quarter

Cabildo

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.

The Presbytere

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

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

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.

Old Ursuline Convent Museum

Stand outside the Mississippi River valley’s oldest building, the Ursuline Convent, whose history provides a window onto early colonization efforts in Louisiana.

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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 (257)

Felix_S

Mar 2025

David had great knowledge of NO history, art and architecture. We had a great time and woulf recomend the tour.

Amity_A

Mar 2025

Best ever. Dave the tour guide was a native from New Orleans, so we got a lot of inside info! Just enough walking and talking. Saw sights I otherwise would have missed!

63noudv

Mar 2025

David was fantastic. He’s a worldly guy with lots of interesting stories. Ask him about the music scene in New Orleans! He knows (first hand!) about the legends of the jazz and blues industry. 5 stars!!