French Quarter History Tour: New Orleans Architecture
4.6
88 Ratings
New Orleans
Immerse yourself in the captivating history and stunning architecture of the French Quarter on this walking tour. Discover the oldest sector of New Orleans and learn about its 300-year-old culture. Indulge in delicious beignets and café au lait at Cafe Du Monde.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- French Quarter - Experience a memorable, 1.5-hour walking tour in one of the oldest communities in the United States: the historic Vieux Carre, better knows as the French Quarter, in New Orleans. Full experience approximately 2 hours
What's Included
- Walking tour of the French Quarter
- Cafe du Monde Continental Breakfast of beignets & cafe au lait (if option chosen)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (15-20% recommended)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (can be arranged for an additional charge)
Additional Information
Join us for a stroll through the venerable Vieux Carre, the most ancient section of New Orleans, where we’ll reflect on its tricentennial, architecture, and culture. Discover enchanting streets of the French Quarter adorned with striking architectural elements, graceful wrought iron balconies, and some of the oldest buildings in the country. Our well-informed guide will help you understand the city’s captivating culture and three centuries of fascinating history. If you choose so, conclude your tour with Sugar Dusted Beignets and Cafe au Lait at the world-renowned Cafe Du Monde.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (walking on some uneven surfaces)
- Comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather is recommended.
- Menu items and, or stops are interchangeable and may change without notice.
- Guide gratuities are excluded. Guide and host gratuities are always appreciated.
- ALLERGIES - This tour highlights set tastings and does not offer gluten-free, vegetarian options, vegan or pescatarian options. Please advise us of any TRUE food allergies. *Note: Many authentic Louisiana dishes include pork.
- Minors: Minors may attend our tours with a parent or guardian present. Parents or guardians may never leave minors unattended on any tour.
Location
Roux Royale
Royal Street
600 Royale St (Corner of Royal Street and Toulouse)
Your guide will arrive 5 minutes before the tour to check you in and, he/ she will be wearing a name tag and displaying a tour guide license
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(88 Ratings)
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Explore22583811364
Oct 9, 2023
Loved it! - Nate, our guide, was great. Lots of great information, fun facts, etc. It was both entertaining and informative. Be sure to choose the Cafe DuMonde option for an extra special treat at the end.
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Elaine_d
Sep 25, 2023
A Great History Tour. - The tour leader Jonn, brought the tour to life with his knowledge of the New Orleans area. Most of all, you could tell from the way he presented the history, it was with genuine passion. I believe it made the tour much more enjoyable and connected to the culture of NOLA. Also, thanks for this tour allowing me to have my first beignet.
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Sammi_c
Sep 10, 2023
John was a great tour... - John was a great tour guide, he has lots of fun stories to share and great New Orleans tips! He also made sure to point out good photo locations and helped to take group photos.
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Sherpa55806012034
Aug 24, 2023
Great honeymoon stroll - Our guide Johnn was amazing. We had a hard time with the parking spot app but he called us to check in to make sure we were on the way. He told us all the fabulous places to get the NOLA specialties and took great pictures of us for the honeymoon album. He was great. Enjoyed him and the tour so much.
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Joyatrcc
Aug 2, 2023
Walking Tour New Orleans French Quarter - The only complaint I had with the tour was walking in the heat. That is not a fixable problem for the tour company. The guide was both knowledgeable and entertaining. His comments also included tips on what else to do during our visit. Overall a great experience.
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Kevin_c
Jun 15, 2023
Wonderful Group Experience - This tour was great! Jonn was extremely knowledgeable and courteous. The stories and facts he presented made for a very interesting and entertaining experience. I would highly recommend this tour in general and Jonn in particular!
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Kamille_m
Jun 5, 2023
Amazing Tour Guide - Jonn H. was absolutely the best! We learned so much on the tour and were able to see so much. Jonn was very knowledgeable in the history of New Orleans. 10/10 would recommend!
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Amyelizabeth1988
May 10, 2023
Walking tour not Cafe tour - This is a walking tour that comes with two coupons to Cafe du Monde. You do NOT visit the cafe during the tour. You do get some history and get to watch some of the baking process. This is a history tour of the city. I did learn so really cool things. Our guide was knowledgable.
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Jeffrey_n
Apr 7, 2024
Disappointing - My tour seemed very disorganized and scattered. The guide, Suzy, was nice but started the tour around 20 minutes past the starting time and ran about 10 minutes late at the end. She had some interesting facts but the tour wasn’t cohesive. Also the description of the tour makes it look like we’ll get beignets and cafe au lait at the end and won’t have to wait in line. Instead the guide just gave us coupons to get them on our own later. I wouldn’t do this tour again.
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Lew_m
Feb 6, 2024
Canceled without warning. - They canceled my tour at the last minute and I was not able to book another tour. We cannot get a refund at the last minute, they should not be able to cancel at the last minute
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