Small-Group Guided Walking Tour of Bourbon Street

Overview

Led by local historian, learn about the rich & diverse history of the world's most famous or "infamous" street. Explore Bourbon street during off peak hours to avoid crowds and distractions.You’ll start at the top near Canal St and end at America’s oldest bar, that has been serving drinks since 1732. Halfway through we’ll stop for Louisiana’s official state doughnut and Big Easy style coffee with chicory, a local favorite.

Listen to stories & tales about the city's most recognized cocktails and which libation was even a favorite of founding father, Benjamin Franklin. You'll learn about the origins of Bourbon St starting in the 18th century with the royal family of France. As you make your way down the street you’ll hear how the street modernized during WWII and the population change with the influx of servicemen and how The Big Easy was once home to the most popular burlesque acts in the US as well as one of the hot spots for the mafia in the 1950s and political corruption.

City: New Orleans

Sun 22 Jun

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Starting at $29.00

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Sun 22 Jun

Starting at $29.00

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What's Included

Beignets

Face masks + Hand Sanitizer

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Bourbon Street

Enjoy a fully guided tour walking down the country's most famous or infamous street. Hear stories of the street's origin from the 18th century, mobsters, burlesque dancers, Mardi Gras, and corruption.

Old Absinthe House

One of the city's oldest and most infamous bars serving the "original green fairy!" Hear tales of visitors from Andrew Jackson and Teddy Roosevelt!

Preservation Hall

Enjoy a photo stop at the world's most famous jazz hall and see where some of the world's greatests have played.

Tropical Isle

Hear the story of now the most famous drink and drink container in the country and how it ties into the world fair of 1984

Marie Laveau House of Voodoo

Hear stories about the world's most famous voodoo queen and the history of New Orleans and voodoo.

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

End the tour at the oldest bar in American and hear stories of New Orleans' very own pirate Jean Lafitte! And grab a hurricane or voodoo daiquiri if you wish!

Pat O'Brien's

See the famous dueling piano bar and courtyard and the history and stories of Pat O's

Cafe Lafitte in Exile

Thought to be one of the country's oldest gay bars with a rich history since WWII

Jackson Square

Photo op and quick storytime to learn about the city's foundations.

Show 6 more stops

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (9)

Star M

Apr 2021

I spent way too long as a tour guide in Savannah, Georgia, myself, so I'm super finicky about calling something a "good" tour, and this was a GREAT tour. Due to Covid, a lot of locations were closed, but Tim still found us some really amazing places to go and see, tailored everything to my own particular interests, and I swear that there's nothing about New Orleans history that the man doesn't know. Definitely one of the best tours I've taken. 10/10 would tour again.

361janeal

Feb 2021

Tim shared history of the area and the beignets were a tasty treat. The weather was a bit cool and with COVID-19 several locations were closed However, we enjoyed the tour.

P6776SWmelindag

Jan 2021

Tim was super helpful & met us when we couldn't make it to our original meet up spot on time. He had tons of knowledge about NOLA & the Bourbon Street area. His tour was flexible, so we were able to slip into shops & such along the way. Highly recommend!!