New Orleans French Quarter Walking and History Tour
Delve into the history of the French Quarter on a 2-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable guide who shares the legends and landmarks of this fascinating city. At a relaxed pace, take in the Mississippi River, French Market, St Louis Cathedral, the Cabildo, the Presbytere, Jackson Square and more. Visit historic buildings and secluded courtyards, see famous literary and silver screen locations, and learn about Creole culture. Your entertaining guide provides a deep understanding of the forces that shaped the Big Easy.
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French Quarter Walking Tour
Morning and Evening Tour: Departs at 10:30am (Morning) Departs at 5:00pm (Evening)
What's included in New Orleans French Quarter Walking and History Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
French Quarter
Make your own way to Musical Legends Park to meet your guide for your walking tour. After introductions, stroll a short distance to the banks of the Mississippi River where you learn how levee construction transformed the swamp into fertile farmland, making New Orleans an important hub in the region.
Choose from a morning or evening tour and expect to walk about 2 miles (3.2 km) at a leisurely pace before wrapping up near the Mississippi River levee.
French Market
Continue by walking through the French Market, the oldest open-air market in the US.
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Departure Point: Royal Cafe Beignet, 334 Royal Street, next to the Police Station
End Points
- In and around Jackson Square in the middle of the French Quarter
