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Welcome to New Orleans: Private Half-Day Highlights Walking Tour

About this experience

Enjoy a leisurely walk around this beautiful, storied city, seeking out the friendly characters, historic spots and gorgeous architecture that is New Orleans.

Visit the oldest neighbourhood in the city, the beautiful French Quarter to learn about the diverse colonial heritage, and the notable literary and cinematic landmarks, including where greats like William Faulkner and Tennessee Williams wrote some of their famous works among the nation’s most historic buildings.

Your guide will introduce you to Dixie jazz, of course, the annual Mardi Gras when over a million partygoers descend on New Orleans for the world's best street parade (an event that brings an incredible $160 billion into the local economy). Then, immerse yourself in the neighbourhood where one of jazz music's greatest talents grew up.

At the end of your tour, pop into a local hot spot off the tourist drag, where your guide will recommend more ways to immerse yourself with the real locals of the Big Easy.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

What is included

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group

Not included

  • Additional food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend favourites along the way
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Itinerary and highlights

Visit the oldest neighbourhood in the city, the beautiful French Quarter to learn about the diverse colonial heritage, and the notable literary and cinematic landmarks, including where greats like William Faulkner and Tennessee Williams wrote some of their famous works in amongst the nation’s most historic buildings.

Stroll the highlights of the French Quarter, including Bourbon Street and Cafe Du Monde.

Stop to enjoy a light snack and drink at a local spot, off the beaten track, and then continue to immerse yourself in the neighbourhood where one of jazz music's greatest talent grew up.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Your guide will meet you at the statue in the centre of Jackson Square - French Quarter, New Orleans, LA 70116.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Travel Curious

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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