NEW ORLEANS’ most iconic neighborhood
Tour Description
The French Quarter is the most iconic neighborhood in New Orleans. We’ll start with a little geography lesson to help you understand how it developed and grew in the curves of the Mississippi River. Next, we’ll set out walking. The Vieux Carre was initially settled by Native Americans, before the arrival of the French, Spanish, and enslaved Africans; it is our oldest neighborhood, and is steeped in a rich and vibrant history. We will bring this fascinating past to life by sharing the stories of the people who walked these streets & made up its colorful history. We'll discuss the varied architecture we pass, and the difference between what is Creole and what is Cajun. This tour is the French Quarter exclusively, if you want to include Tremé, the oldest African American neighborhood, see the French Quarter & Tremé walking tour.
HIGHLIGHTS
Geography 101
Architectural styles
Jackson Square
St. Louis Cathedral
Pontalba Apartments
LOGISTICS
Meeting location: 400 Royal Street, on the Courthouse steps. Just across from Brennan’s Restaurant.
We’ll walk roughly 1.5 miles. Adjustments & breaks can happen as requested- its your tour.
We welcome your questions; dialogue is encouraged!
pricing
2 hour tour $240 for your private tour for 1- 4 people.
Each additional person $60, up to 12 people total, for your private tour.
We can accommodate larger groups, please call 504 905 4999 or contact us for pricing.
“….WE Had a blast walking the French quarter and WE learnED so much. our guide was very flexible and curtailed the tour around our needs and wants….” tyler s. indiana