• French Quarter - Welcome to New Orleans! Embark on a 2-mile journey through the French Quarter, where you’ll step back in time and explore the rich history of the Crescent City. As the French say, allons-y!

Note: This tour spans over 2 miles, featuring more than 36 audio stories, and takes approximately 1-2 hours to complete.

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• St. Louis Cathedral - Ahead is the magnificent St. Louis Cathedral, the oldest continuously used cathedral in America. Originally constructed in 1720, it was rebuilt within a year after burning down in 1788. We’ll pass by the Cathedral later in the tour for a visit.
• Washington Artillery Park - At the top of this platform is Washington Artillery Park. Established in 1976, this small park honors the various military forces that have used this land for defense, from the French and Spanish to the Confederates and the United States. Quite the diverse history!
• Decatur Street - To our left is the bustling Decatur Street! With its horse-drawn carriage rides, restaurants, and clubs, you’ll likely spend plenty of time exploring Decatur during your stay in New Orleans. There’s always something happening!
• Cafe Du Monde - Straight ahead is the renowned Cafe Du Monde French Market. Established in 1862, Cafe Du Monde is famous for its chicory coffee. Chicory, the root of a blue-flowered perennial plant, was first used in ancient Egypt. Before being ground and mixed with coffee in France, Egyptians used chicory in tea for healing. The chicory coffee here was created out of necessity, not just for its flavor.
• Steamboat NATCHEZ - Official Site - Do you see the steamboat ahead? That’s the Natchez, the last authentic steamboat on the mighty Mississippi. You’re glimpsing the early 1800s when such boats revolutionized trade and travel along the river. They inspired the riverboats famously ridden by Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn. For a jazz experience on the river, this boat is the place to be!

Note: This tour is 1.9 miles long and covers all essentials in 1-2 hours.

• Danny Barker Birthplace - Look up and to the left. See the balcony with plants ahead? That’s where the influential jazz musician Danny Barker was born! Pause here. Barker’s family, the Barbarins, were musical legends themselves. His grandfather even played with Louis Armstrong!
• Lalaurie Mansion - Here it is: The LaLaurie Mansion. What happened here? Delphine LaLaurie had a notorious penchant for violence against her enslaved servants. She mistreated them, underfed them, and seemed to enjoy their suffering. It was an open secret in town, but authorities were indifferent until Delphine chased an enslaved girl off the roof, leading to her death. The authorities then forced the LaLauries to relinquish their nine remaining servants.
• Bourbon Street - We’re heading toward Bourbon Street, New Orleans’s party hub. This street wasn’t named after liquor but after the French royal family, the House of Bourbon! In the early 1800s, Bourbon Street was mostly residential. In 1859, the French Opera House brought excitement to the area. Entrepreneurs seized the opportunity, and soon, restaurants, bars, and other attractions emerged around the opera house, awakening the once-quiet street.
• Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar - On our right, at the corner, stands Jean Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop. In the 1770s, legend has it that the infamous pirate Jean Lafitte held meetings at this bar! He and his fellow privateers stored illegal contraband while planning their next ship raids. A blacksmith shop once stood next to the bar, giving it its name.
• Tennessee Williams’ House - Look ahead a few houses on the left. Do you see a yellow house with a triangular roof and a balcony? That’s the former home of renowned American playwright Tennessee Williams! Head over and pause in front.
• Louis Armstrong Park - Directly ahead is Louis Armstrong Park. You can probably guess who it’s named after! Cross the street toward the park when safe, then continue straight into the park. Born in the early 1900s, Louis Armstrong grew up in a tough neighborhood here in New Orleans. But he wouldn’t have traded it for anything. He once said:

“We were poor and everything like that, but music was all around. Music kept you rolling.”

• Louis Armstrong Statue - This 12-foot statue depicts none other than Louis Armstrong himself. It honors the jazz musician’s life and legacy. And what a legacy it is! Armstrong’s influence is felt throughout New Orleans. The airport bears his name, as do numerous other landmarks. But not everything named after Armstrong is in New Orleans. Some of it isn’t even on this planet! In 1991, NASA named an asteroid after Armstrong, calling it 9179 Satchmo.
• The LaBranche House - The orange mansion across the street is the LaBranche House. The LaBranche family designed the home in the Creole style in the 1830s. They often hosted lavish parties where guests spread out on the three balconies. If you look closely, each balcony features cast iron grillwork with oak leaf and acorn detailing.
• St. Anthony’s Garden - The green garden to our left is St. Anthony’s Garden, dating back to the city’s founding. Over the years, it has served as a shelter for fire victims, a dueling ground, and a home for Capuchin monks.
• Congo Square - In 1817, the mayor of New Orleans decreed that enslaved Africans could only gather in one place: Congo Square. Here, enslaved people gathered on Sundays to worship, trade goods, and socialize. Women weaved through the crowds selling baskets of calas, deep-fried rice cakes covered in sugar. Congo Square buzzed with singing, dancing, and live music. As several states had suppressed African music, visitors flocked here to marvel at the African-style dancing. The beat of the bamboulas and banzas blended with the sound of drums, gourds, marimbas, violins, and tambourines.

• Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
• Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
• Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
• Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
• Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
• Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
• Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
• Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
• Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.

• Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and transport are separate.

Prepare to dance and sway in the heart of jazz as you wander through the historic streets of New Orleans with this self-guided walking tour. Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture as you meander through the French Quarter. Pause for delicious beignets at Cafe du Monde, listen to a chilling (and factual) horror story at the LaLaurie Mansion, and explore the bustling Bourbon Street, where excitement is always in the air! Throughout your journey, you’ll uncover the roots of Cajun and Creole, meet jazz icons like Louis Armstrong, and so much more.

After booking, be sure to check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio directions and route from the specified starting point.

Enjoy new, lifetime access with no expiration. Use it anytime, on any trip, as often as you like.

Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.

• Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
• Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
• At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
• Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
• Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveler included in your booking.
• More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
• Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
• Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
• Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
• Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.

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