Private French Quarter Walking Tour

Overview

Explore the French Quarter on this 2-3 hour walking tour in New Orleans. Wander 1.5 miles of quaint, brightly colored streets in the city's best known neighborhood with a local guide who focuses on the people, places, and historic events that comprise the city's unique culture. Discover New Orleans through open discussion and engagement while learning what makes the French Quarter special with the help of an expert, friendly local.

Please make contact with the guide BEFORE submitting a booking request to confirm availability and to discuss any remaining post-COVID limitations.

City: New Orleans

Sun 22 Dec

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Starting at $285.00

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Sun 22 Dec

Starting at $285.00

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What's Included

2-3 hour, small group walking tour of New Orleans French Quarter

Licensed and insured local guide

Fully narrated tour

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Dress code is smart casual
A maximum of 4 people per booking; the cost is higher for additional visitors
The streets and sidewalks of the French Quarter are uneven to say the least
As of March, 2022, masks are no longer mandated by the city. However, some venues still require both a mask and proof of vaccination. Please call me to discuss any current guidelines before booking.

What To Expect

Jackson Square

We begin in Jackson Square and discuss the founding of the city in 1718.

St. Louis Cathedral

We visit the oldest cathedral in the United States.

Cabildo

We will discuss the history that took place there including the Louisiana Purchase ceremony.

Royal Street

We will window shop and discuss the many Royal Governors who lived in this street before Louisiana became a state.

New Orleans Pharmacy Museum

As with other stops, we will discuss the historic events that occurred here, including the founding of the first licensed pharmacy practice in the United States,

New Orleans

We will stop at the Louisiana Supreme Court to discuss preservation efforts to save the French Quarter from demolition.

French Quarter

We will stop at Exchange Alley to discuss the conflicts between the French and Americans after the Louisiana Purchase.

French Quarter

We will stop at the Bevelo gas light making factory to watch craftsmen build lights by hand and discuss the history of gaslighting in New Orleans after 1803.

French Quarter

We will stop at the Napoleon House to discuss plans to rescue Napoleon Bonapart and the wonderful food served there today.

French Quarter

We will stop at the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum to discuss the first licensed pharmacist in the United States and the first female who practiced pharmacy 100 years before the first licensed pharmacist.

French Quarter

We will stop at the Nunez house to discuss the first major fire in the city's history and how it changed the architectural character from French to Spanish.

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Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (8)

Andrea_D

Nov 2022

Dominic was informed, interesting, charming and professional. We learned so much about the history of Nee Orleans. It was a wonderful morning

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thanks for the kind words. I am glad you had a good time and most of all learned something. I hope your entire stay was both fun and enjoyable.

sdannybee

Apr 2022

We had Dominick as our tour guide. It was a wonderful tour and he is so knowledgeable about the history or New Orleans. He tells an amazing story about how every came to be what it is today. I highly recommend the tour to anyone coming down to New Orleans. Thank you, Dominick!!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Thanks so much for taking the time to send in a review. It was a pleasure to meet you both. I hope you learned something about the history, culture, and people of New Orleans and that our tour made you visit more enjoyable. Come back and see us.

dan-j-f2011

Dec 2020

Family of four with two teens. French Quarter tour on Dec 20, 2020 with Dominick Musso. Masks and social distancing were the norm still due to COVID, but that did not hinder our tour in any way. Dominick was an absolute wealth of knowledge and a true professional. It's clear he love New Orleans and its rich history. We spent ~3 hours walking and stopping to learn all about the French Quarter. HIGHLY recommend booking Dominick! A tour with him makes a walk around the city much more informed and enjoyable. So thrilled we decided to book with him and take a tour of the city. Hope COVID is under control sooner than later and tourism can return to the city with gusto.

Response from Host

Jan 2021

Glad to know you had a good time despite the health and safety limitations. Come back and see us. Thanks for selecting me to be your guide and for selecting New Orleans as your destination.