New Orleans French Quarter Food Adventure

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New Orleans, USA

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2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

Dig into the rich and varied flavors that make New Orleans one of the USA’s top foodie destinations. From the most famous local haunts to some delectable hidden gems, you’ll leave with not only a full stomach and a smile, but a greater understanding of how New Orleans food, culture and history all go hand-in-hand.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Jackson Square, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

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Jackson Square (next to Andrew Jackson statue), 700 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

End point

Jackson Square, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

A central location in the French Quarter near Jackson Square

Start Time

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Private Food Tour
1/6/2025 - 1/12/2025
1/13/2025 - 1/19/2025
1/20/2025 - 1/26/2025
1/27/2025 - 2/2/2025
2/3/2025 - 2/9/2025
2/10/2025 - 2/16/2025
2/17/2025 - 2/23/2025
2/24/2025 - 3/2/2025
3/3/2025 - 3/9/2025
3/10/2025 - 3/16/2025
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3/31/2025 - 4/6/2025
4/7/2025 - 4/13/2025
4/14/2025 - 4/20/2025
4/21/2025 - 4/27/2025
4/28/2025 - 5/4/2025
5/5/2025 - 5/11/2025
5/12/2025 - 5/18/2025
5/19/2025 - 5/25/2025
5/26/2025 - 6/1/2025
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7/21/2025 - 7/27/2025
7/28/2025 - 8/3/2025
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8/11/2025 - 8/17/2025
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9/22/2025 - 9/28/2025
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10/13/2025 - 10/19/2025
10/20/2025 - 10/26/2025
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12/15/2025 - 12/21/2025
12/22/2025 - 12/28/2025
12/29/2025 - 1/4/2026
Small Group Food Tour
1/6/2025 - 1/12/2025
1/13/2025 - 1/19/2025
1/20/2025 - 1/26/2025
1/27/2025 - 2/2/2025
2/3/2025 - 2/9/2025
2/10/2025 - 2/16/2025
2/17/2025 - 2/23/2025
2/24/2025 - 3/2/2025
3/3/2025 - 3/9/2025
3/10/2025 - 3/16/2025
3/17/2025 - 3/23/2025
3/24/2025 - 3/30/2025
3/31/2025 - 4/6/2025
4/7/2025 - 4/13/2025
4/14/2025 - 4/20/2025
4/21/2025 - 4/27/2025
4/28/2025 - 5/4/2025
5/5/2025 - 5/11/2025
5/12/2025 - 5/18/2025
5/19/2025 - 5/25/2025
5/26/2025 - 6/1/2025
6/2/2025 - 6/8/2025
6/9/2025 - 6/15/2025
6/16/2025 - 6/22/2025
6/23/2025 - 6/29/2025
6/30/2025 - 7/6/2025
7/7/2025 - 7/13/2025
7/14/2025 - 7/20/2025
7/21/2025 - 7/27/2025
7/28/2025 - 8/3/2025
8/4/2025 - 8/10/2025
8/11/2025 - 8/17/2025
8/18/2025 - 8/24/2025
8/25/2025 - 8/31/2025
9/1/2025 - 9/7/2025
9/8/2025 - 9/14/2025
9/15/2025 - 9/21/2025
9/22/2025 - 9/28/2025
9/29/2025 - 10/5/2025
10/6/2025 - 10/12/2025
10/13/2025 - 10/19/2025
10/20/2025 - 10/26/2025
10/27/2025 - 11/2/2025
11/3/2025 - 11/9/2025
11/10/2025 - 11/16/2025
11/17/2025 - 11/23/2025
11/24/2025 - 11/30/2025
12/1/2025 - 12/7/2025
12/8/2025 - 12/14/2025
12/15/2025 - 12/21/2025
12/22/2025 - 12/28/2025
12/29/2025 - 1/4/2026

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What To Expect

Jackson Square

Your culinary tour of New Orleans starts where it all began — the banks of the Mississippi River. From here, you’ll witness the lifeblood of this region which brought new cultures, new influences and new ingredients to the USA through its ports
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Cabildo (Pass By)

Pass by elegant Spanish colonial building stands next to St. Louis Cathedral and houses many rare artifacts of Americas history.
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St. Louis Cathedral (Pass By)

Pass by the Cathedral-Basilica of St. Louis King of France - the oldest Catholic cathedral in continual use in the United States.
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The Presbytère (Pass By)

We will also pass by the Presbytère, originally called Casa Curial or “Ecclesiastical House,” was built on the site of the residence, or presbytère, of the Capuchin monks. The building was used for commercial purposes until 1834 when it became a courthouse. In 1911, it became part of the Louisiana State Museum.
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French Market

Next, we will head to The French Market, the site of America’s oldest public market. Historically a place of diversity with products and people from all walks of life, today The French Market is a modern yet unique culinary space. We’ll be sure to stop for a local bite and get to know some of the colorful personalities who call this city home.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

French Quarter

From the French Market, you’ll embark on the picturesque streets of the French Quarter where your guide will take you to some of their favorite palate-pleasing spots. You’ll sample both a classic New Orleans dish, as well as a delicacy that you’ve probably never seen outside Cajun country. With an abundance of seafood, a fertile eco-system within the bayou and a history of spice trading, you’ll begin to realize why everything here tastes so good.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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What's Included

  • See Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral
  • Stop at the oldest public market in America - The French Market
  • Join a friendly Local English-speaking Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour features visits to establishments that are not always able to cater for vegetarians and other dietary requirements. Discounts are available and your guide can assist you with recommendations on where to purchase alternative diet-friendly food during the tour.
  • Please note food options, portion sizes, and stops will vary depending on the season and where we stop that day, but the total amount of food included will be equal to a full meal.
  • Food Inclusions: expect food samples such as: beignet, a local dish, Cajun, a cup of gumbo, local praline
  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-5713P92

Reviews

4.88
1,034 reviews

Average 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 1,030 traveler reviews collected by Cool New Orleans and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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