French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

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New Orleans, USA

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Overview

This tour of New Orleans' oldest and most vibrant neighborhood has history, culture, architecture, and all the great stories that help you really understand what this city is all about! We keep our group size at 12 or fewer guests to make in a fun, personal experience.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Instrument Men, 400 Dumaine St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

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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.

End point

701 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

Your tour ends in Jackson Square, the heart of the French Quarter

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What To Expect

French Quarter

Visit the iconic locations of the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

French Market

Hear the stories of New Orleans amid the hustle and bustle of the old French Market.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mississippi River

The Mississippi River gave the city life, but we fight it every day. Come see the third largest river in the world!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Street

Shopping, street performers, famous restaurants, and - you guessed it- stories on this famous thoroughfare!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 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
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible, although the sidewalks are quite uneven

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-52219P1

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4.90
2,391 reviews

Average 4.90 out of 5 stars based on 2,388 traveler reviews collected by Cool New Orleans and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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93
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6

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

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the activity’s local time.
  • This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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