French Quarter Walking Tour

Summary Description

Meet your guide and group at the gates of St Anthony's Garden for your 2-hour walking history tour of the French Quarter.

On foot, explore the Vieux Carré, better known as the French Quarter, filled with 19th-century buildings, ebullient atmosphere and unique culture. As you walk, get an insider's take on one of the most famous party neighborhoods in the country. Of course, it wasn't always this way; learn about the area's past and how it transformed into the hedonistic hot spot that many consider it today.

Stop at both popular locations and local hidden gems along the way. Visit Jackson Square, the Ursuline Convent, Presbytere, Cabildo and the St Louis Cathedral, among other important historic landmarks.

At the end of your comprehensive 2-hour walking tour, leave with a better understanding of the neighborhood and some ideas on where you'd like to return.

Description

Begin your tour meeting your guide in the heart of the French Quarter, ready for some beaucoup fun.

The cultural hub known as the French Quarter has long been a popular tourist destination on account of its lavish atmosphere and 19th-century style. Get a unique perspective on the area’s history while you're introduced to both popular stops and hidden gems that only a local would know about.  This tour will provide history, ghost, vampire and voodoo stories. A real EMF Meter - Ghost/Paranormal Detector will be used during this tour to add to the excitement for those interested in such activity.

This tour stops at many attractions and National Historic Landmarks that this city has offer. Visit St. Louis Cathedral, Cabildo, Presbytere, Ursuline Convent, and Jackson Square during the tour. This walking tour gives you an intimate insider’s glimpse into one of the most famed neighborhoods in the country, the Vieux Carré. 

Get to know this city like you’ve lived there your entire life.

Included / Excluded
  • Professional guide
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • drinks
Important Information
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  • Duration: 1-2 hours
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets can not be transferred. No refunds for any reason (including weather in New Orleans or any other location) All sales are final. Please arrive a few minutes prior to departure time. Tours depart at the scheduled time. If guests do not check in Before the tour they can not call & meet at a different location. Late arrivals will not be refunded. We reserve the right to refuse service to guests who show signs of extreme intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements.Please be aware that @ cut off time for reservations if the minimum numbers are not met the tour will be cancelled & you will be contacted by phone, text, or email up to 1 hour before the tour is scheduled to depart. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternate tour or full refund. We do not offer additional compensation for a customer who feels inconvenienced by the tour being cancelled. Knowing that there is a chance that this tour may be cancelled guests may want to have a back up plan in the event that this tour is cancelled last minute. If a guest agrees to attend the alternate tour all the same terms and conditions apply. Once a guest confirms the new date / time for a tour no refund will be issued if a guest decides to cancel.
We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule tours due to inclement weather or any other acts of God. Departure Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions. In the event of this taking place guests will be contacted via phone, text or email.
We are not responsible for lost or stolen personal belongings or any injuries sustained due to the old, uneven & dilapidated streets & walkways. Participants are advised not to obstruct the sidewalks or streets during this tour. We accept no responsibility for anything that arises from this or failure to follow any other instructions while on tour.
A fee of $60 will be charged for any piece of lost, damaged, or missing piece of paranormal equipment if a guest takes the equipment they will be expected to return it immediately or pay the $60 fee so that it can be replaced immediately. Guests are not allowed to video any portion of the tour. No videos of any narrations given by tour guides will be permitted.
This is a walking tour. The duration: 1 - 2 hours it may last longer depending on the wait time inside the bars. Some bars may be busy & if numerous stops are made to busy bars this can delay the tour to a large degree. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please keep in mind some bars do not allow kids inside. No entry is gained inside locations. Tour route is subject to change without notice. This tour is also known as the New Orleans Drunk History Tour. Drinks are not included in the price of ticket.
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience 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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers

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Which attractions will I visit with French Quarter Walking Tour?

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How much is French Quarter Walking Tour?

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French Quarter Walking Tour price starts from $35.00.

What is the French Quarter Walking Tour cancellation policy?

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French Quarter Walking Tour cancellation policy: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Which company provides French Quarter Walking Tour?

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French Quarter Walking Tour is hosted by SHOW ME NEW ORLEANS TOURS. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

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SHOW ME NEW ORLEANS TOURS

About operator:

Show Me New Orleans Tours is a local, family owned & operated tour company located in the world famous French Quarter. Our guides are local & licensed with the city of New Orleans. Guides are registered with New Orleans Safety & Permits. We are also a licensed certified tour operator through the New Orleans Convention & Visitors Bureau. Show Me New Orleans has been awarded Trip Advisor's 2019 Certificate of Excellence Along with Travel and Hospitality's 2019 Tour Company of the Year in our region. We proudly created the most talked about tour in the city, the New Orleans Drunk History Tour! Rated the Number 1 Most Entertaining tour in the French Quarter, New Orleans 6 years in a row. Whether you are looking to explore the city for the first time, meet new friends, brush up on your history, experience the dark side of New Orleans and get the feel of the paranormal activity that is lurking around our city we can help! Real paranormal equipment is used during our tours! Cheers!

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  • Duration: 1 hour - 2 hours
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