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French Quarter Tour: Historical Sights and Stories
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2,956 Ratings
New Orleans
Explore New Orleans’ oldest and most lively neighborhood with this tour, offering a rich blend of history, culture, architecture, and captivating stories that truly capture the essence of the city! The group size is limited to 12 or fewer guests, ensuring a fun and personalized experience.
Explore New Orleans’ oldest and most lively neighborhood with this tour, offering a rich blend of history, culture, architecture, and captivating stories that truly capture the essence of the city! The group size is limited to 12 or fewer guests, ensuring a fun and personalized experience.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- French Quarter - Visit the iconic locations of the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans.
- French Market - Hear the stories of New Orleans amid the hustle and bustle of the old French Market.
- St. Louis Cathedral - A beautiful basilica built in the late 18th Century, the Cathedral has been witness to the tragic and triumphant moments in our…
- French Quarter - Visit the iconic locations of the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans.
- French Market - Hear the stories of New Orleans amid the hustle and bustle of the old French Market.
- St. Louis Cathedral - A beautiful basilica built in the late 18th Century, the Cathedral has been witness to the tragic and triumphant moments in our history.
- Mississippi River - The Mississippi River gave the city life, but we fight it every day. Come see the third largest river in the world!
- Royal Street - Shopping, street performers, famous restaurants, and - you guessed it- stories on this famous thoroughfare!
- Jackson Square - The square is the heart of New Orleans, and has tells the story of a city that is French and Spanish, American and Caribbean.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible, although the sidewalks are quite uneven
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- It is recommended that guests bring water, especially in the warmer months
- Comfortable walking shoes are a must
- Wheelchair accessible, although the sidewalks are quite uneven
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- It is recommended that guests bring water, especially in the warmer months
- Comfortable walking shoes are a must
Location
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Dumaine Street
Your guide will be waiting at the jazz fountain at the intersection of Decatur and Dumaine Streets. The fountain does not have an actual address, but it is right next door to Evans Creole Candy Factory at 848 Decatur.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Rob_z
Oct 2, 2026
The history of the French Quarter is fascinating! - Depending upon the number of people on the tour (there was just 4 on ours), the tour guide will take time to answer your questions and actually take a deep dive into the complex and interesting history of the French Quarter and beyond.
Our tour guide, Lesley, was excellent and extremely knowledgeable!
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Sbowen1007
Oct 2, 2026
Fantastic tour! - This tour provides an informative overview of how New Orleans came to the city it is today. Our guide , Tim, was a true historian and did a fantastic job of explaining the history of not only the architecture, but the culture & food . I highly recommend this tour
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Austin_j
Sep 28, 2026
Yvonneus an excellent... - Yvonne is an excellent tour guide she took care of our group and included more specialized descriptions upon request. The content, adjustments due to trains and noises, and pace were done well. Would recommend.
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Williammm4703ks
Sep 26, 2026
Nice afternoon - Nice overview of the city and its history. Scott asked the group what we were interested in and worked it in. We especially liked the description of the various house styles.
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Davecv8320nx
Sep 20, 2026
French Quarter Historical Tour - The tour was very informational, Melissa really understood and explained the History of the French Quarter very well. She also stayed after the tour was over to answer our questions. I'd recommend this tour for anyone interested in local history.
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Vyrilhelenv
Sep 19, 2026
Good general background. - We had Scott as our guide and he was awesome.Two hours of places and background information on the history and culture of New Orleans.He encouraged questions from the group regarding their various interests.Highly recommended.
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Steven_o
Sep 17, 2026
Amazing Tour Guide - Libby was an amazing tour guide and provided an incredible amount of information about the city and especially the French Quarter. She brought factual knowledge along with humor that provided a quick hour and a half tour. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Laurie_m
Sep 15, 2026
Little bit of New Orleans history sept 2026 - We enjoyed this tour with Scott. Highly recommended. History tour New Orleans. Loved this tour. He is very knowledgeable.
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Brenda_w
Oct 6, 2026
Very informative - Tim did a great job in spite of the pouring rain. Very knowledgeable and easy to understand. Thank’s Tim!
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P7751xdjennifert
Sep 18, 2026
Great walking tour of NOLA - Lesley was very accommodating, knowledgeable, did a great job finding shade for the group on a very hot, sunny day. A lot of historical facts which we enjoyed. I would recommend Lesley!
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