New Orleans Historical Walking Tour Experience

History, Architecture, and Creole Culture - this is a crash course on New Orleans! This is the best tour for people who want to know everything there is to know about the Crescent City. Our 2 hour, historical-walking tour has plenty of fun facts and true stories to entertain even the veteran visitor to the city.
We will answer often asked questions such as:
• Why build a city in a swamp?
• Why is it call it a po-boy sandwich?
• Was there really a streetcar named Desire?

The historic landmarks you will visit are:
• Jackson Square and the Saint Louis Cathedral
• Jean Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Tavern
• First Pharmacy in the United States
• Old Ursuline Convent, the oldest building in New Orleans

*** We also offer an 8:00 AM, Early Bird Tour. Beat the heat and the crowds on this tour for the morning person. This time is also recommended for those photography-minded individuals. A Sunrise Option is available by request for a small additional fee (call for more information).***

Meeting Point

400 Decatur St

400 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Departure Point: Statue of Bienville
Address: 400 Decatur Street in the French Quarter
Dates: Daily
Return point: French Market Pl near Ursaline Street and North Peters Street (don't confuse with Saint Peter Street)

What's included:

• Local guide

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

New Orleans Pharmacy Museum

514 Chartres St, , New Orleans, 70130-2110, Louisiana

We will not enter the museum, but you will get a brief history of the building and learn about why you should visit it when they are open.

Pass by without stopping

Jackson Square

751 Decatur St, , New Orleans, 70181, Louisiana

Located in the heart of the French Quarter, you will visit one of the most photographed areas of the city. You guide will describe tell you about the surrounding buildings and the Battle of New Orleans.

15 minutes

St. Louis Cathedral

615 Pere Antoine Aly, , New Orleans, 70116-3291, Louisiana

The crown jewel of Jackson Square is viewable from anywhere in the square. Guests will have a chance to photograph this 1794 minor basilica and here some of of famous brass band music.

Pass by without stopping

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

941 Bourbon Street, , New Orleans, 70116-3120, Louisiana

Here you will have a chance to try one of the city's famous Hurricane Cocktail ($10) and use the restroom.

10 minutes

Old Ursuline Convent Museum

1100 Chartres Street, New Orleans, 70116-2505, Louisiana

This is the oldest building in New Orleans. Your guide will describe the building's uses over the past 270 years. You will also hear about the Sicilians who would have a huge impact on our local cuisine!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

French Market

518 Saint Peter Street, New Orleans, 70116-3406, Louisiana

The French Market is the oldest open air market in the United States. This is where the tour will end. There are restaurants, bars, restrooms and a streetcar stop nearby.

5 minutes