French Quarter Tour: Exploring New Orleans History
4.9
119 Ratings
New Orleans
Discover the rich history of New Orleans on a small group French Quarter tour. Explore major landmarks, learn about the city's cultural influence, and walk in the footsteps of famous writers.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- French Market - Learn about various immigrants and their resulting cultural contributions. Cherish world famous sites such as the French Market.
- Jackson Square - This historic landmark in the French Quarter is the cultural center of the city, home to a vibrant and bustling open-air artist colony.
- Royal Street - Relax and enjoy the ever-lovely Royal Street along with a discussion of ironwork and the significance of street names in the Vieux Carre. Walk in the footsteps of William Faulkner and Tennessee Williams and visit where they created classics. Treat yourself to a small group experience and avoid being part of a herd.
- St. Louis Cathedral - You’ll pass by this iconic New Orleans structure that is among the most celebrated locations within the city. The visual of the cathedral’s exterior will be enjoyed and its history will be shared. The lively atmosphere in this immediate area includes many aspects of French Quarter life.
What's Included
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Join us on an intimate and informative tour of the French Quarter, where you’ll be immersed in history and intriguing cultural trivia. Start your journey from 630 Chartres street, inside the PJs coffee shop, from where you’ll proceed with an expert guide to iconic landmarks including Jackson Square, the Mississippi River and the French Market. Soak up the atmosphere of this busy harbour city, influenced by a multitude of cultures, as you traverse roads rich in history. Take a peaceful stroll on beautiful Royal Street, with a brief talk about the significance of ironwork and street names in the Vieux Carre. Follow in the footsteps of literary geniuses William Faulkner and Tennessee Williams and see the places where they penned their timeless works.
- A moderate amount of walking is involve
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 21 years
Location
940 Decatur St
Decatur Street
Outside of Pop City shop, look for the guide outside by the benches.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(119 Ratings)
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Maryos6371uu
Apr 20, 2024
Go with Hopper and The Chicks! - Loved our guide Hopper and the tour was great! Fave us a good overview. Informative and entertaining. Two hours was perfect .
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Andrewmo2303bl
Apr 1, 2024
Great French quarter tour - Loved our tour with Karen around the French quarter. She is very knowledgeable, friendly and was an overall excellent experience.
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Dcurrigan
Apr 1, 2024
FQ w/ Karen 3/29/24 - Karen was a great guide through the French Quarter. We enjoyed the history, humor, added stories and relaxed pace of the tour.
Thanks Karen!
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Charliesaunty
Mar 30, 2024
Great experience! - We had our Tour with Hopper and we'd recommend this to anyone wanting to get their bearings around the French Quarter, and hear some of the history! Great tour - we're so pleased we booked it!
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Joyces968
Mar 27, 2024
French Quarter Walk - John was a great guide and would recommend. He had a good sense of humor and really connected with the group. Walked us thru the French Quarter giving us the highlights and history along with best places to eat a muffuletta. We took him up on the food venue and he was correct the sandwich was delicious. My husband and I had a bowl of gumbo and split a whole sandwich.
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U9221eajanetd
Mar 22, 2024
Walk with Hopper - We had your rooster Hopper and he was funny and informative and told some great stories. He also gave us great insight into mufflaette sandwiches and where to find great music on Royal and Bourbon street.
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Jet63426972184
Dec 30, 2023
Unscripted, fun and informative - Karen and Christine are amazing! As I am a history and cultural presenter Christine made the perfect suggestion for my tour. Sent me an amazing reading list, and Karen with her insider knowledge and keen eye for architecture really brought New Orleans to life. Great eating and shopping recommendations as well.
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492michellem
Oct 28, 2023
Not Just A Party Town - Kaffey was a great guide with tons of historical information about the French Quarter. It provided a whole other way of seeing New Orleans... not just a party town. The tour covered highlights in the French Quarter so you had an idea of places to come back to later. Was super great we had a small group.
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C620gydavek
Oct 18, 2023
Outstanding Personality is a Home Run... - Kaffey did an outstanding job. Not only did we learn about history, architecture, culture, food, and other important information, but we really enjoyed their personality.
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Cherylb2833
May 5, 2024
Great history lesson on French Quarter and New Orleans - Great historical tour of the city. More about telling the story of the founding of the French Quarter than walking but was really interesting!
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