New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour
Overview
Discover the history of New Orleans through its architecture on a 2-hour walk around the French Quarter. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with a local guide to explore the many building styles prevalent in this neighborhood, with special attention to the history and the features of French and Spanish architecture. Hear the stories of the 18th and 19th century architects and families who made their mark on this unique area. Buildings included in this tour range from Creole Colonial buildings such as the Ursuline Convent and Madame John's Legacy to the 20th Century Louisiana Supreme Court. Your group will be no more than 14 people allowing for a more intimate, personal experience.
What's Included
- Licensed, insured, local guide with an extensive knowledge of the area
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
523 Saint Ann Street
New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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French Quarter
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cabildo
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Presbytere
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chartres Street
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Royal Street
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Minimum age is 1 year
- Umbrella, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (CDT).
- Licensed, insured, local guide with an extensive knowledge of the area.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New Orleans. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Licensed, insured, local guide with an extensive knowledge of the area
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Minimum age is 1 year
- Umbrella, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
