A Locals' French Quarter Tour

4 Reviews5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 4 traveler reviews collected by Cool New Orleans and TripAdvisor | New Orleans, USA

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Overview

We will be touring all around the Historic French Quarter and 2 historic surrounding neighborhoods of the Marigny and Treme.

We will talk about the rich cultures, people and traditions of these neighborhoods that date back to the 1700's. From our beginnings as a Native American trading post to a raughty French penal colony to the rich African culture of music and Mardi Gras revelry, we will cover it all!

300 years of Creole history from a 6th generation New Orleanian!

We start at the Mississippi river and take our time strolling through the French Quarter and chronologically move from the Quarter to the Treme and Marigny.

Stops such as Jackson square, Congo square, St. Augustine Church and Frenchmen street and on to the French Market.

Mid tour we will grab a bite to eat at a local restaurant and continue on to the most historically significant stops in the French quarter and surrounding neighborhoods.

What's Included

  • Private Guided Tour
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Bike rentals (optional)

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Woldenberg Park, 1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

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We meet all travelers at the Mississippi River near the statue of The immigrant. A pinpoint link location will be sent to travelers before the tour.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Time

Opening Hours

  • 11/9/2020 - 3/2/2026

    Monday - Sunday | 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

What To Expect

Jackson Square

We will hit the historical hotspots in the French quarter and surrounding neighborhoods
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Louis Armstrong Park

We will tour the park and talk about the Treme the first integrated neighborhood in the country and the prominent free people of color that have shaped and help create the diverse and deep musical roots and African roots of New Orleans.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Augustine Church

Tomb of the unknown slave
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mississippi River

Starting and ending at the Mississippi river this is the major waterway that brought explorers, natives and immigrants to this swampy land and actually built the land starting 10,000 years ago!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Frenchmen Street

Live music and local bars galore
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

French Market

Where my great great great grandpa got his first job! Where Native Then French and Spanish and so many layers of immigrants merchants sold their fares for many centuries.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-226361P1

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