New Orleans History Tour

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Embark on a tour of the French Quarter and step into a living history book. With the original grid of streets still intact and the beautifully preserved buildings, this iconic New Orleans neighborhood offers a vivid glimpse into the city's rich and colorful past.

As you walk with us, jazz and blues serve as the soundtrack, resonating from tucked-away bars, intimate courtyards, and lively street musicians.

Our guided tours offer a deep dive into the Quarter's storied history. Wander past the timeless façades with ornate ironwork balconies, and you'll be regaled with tales from when Spanish, French, Creole, and American influences converged to craft this unique enclave.

Rich, cultural heritage and sheer aesthetic beauty coupled with intriguing and informative stories that only a local with ancestral ties can give you, this New Orleans History Tour promises a sensory-filled adventure that lingers long after you've left.

What's Included

  • A licensed and knowledgeable guide with hundreds of years of family in New Orleans

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Decatur Street
    New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Jackson Square
    New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

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    What To Expect

    French Quarter

    We will spend the entire tour in the French Quarter. This is the where the city began. This small neighborhood is European style and holds over 300 years of history. We will take you on a deep dive of the storied past
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Mississippi River

    The entire reason New Orleans exists and the major port for our commerce, trade and tourism. It's also what leaves us vulnerable.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Jackson Square

    This was originally called Place' d'Armes. It was the hub of of military, family entertainment, religious ceremonies and public executions. So much history in such a small square.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the New Orleans History Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (CDT).This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    What's Included

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • A licensed and knowledgeable guide with hundreds of years of family in New Orleans

    What's Included

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • A licensed and knowledgeable guide with hundreds of years of family in New Orleans

    Cancellation Policy

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    Free cancellation
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    No refund

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

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (CDT).
    • This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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