New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour

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New Orleans, USA

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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

Meeting point

523 St Ann St., New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

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Centrally located meeting point, just off of Jackson Square. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside the 1850 House Museum. Your guide will be holding a sign that says, "New Orleans Architecture Tours".

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Times

What To Expect

French Quarter

Our guide will give you a intro to New Orleans history to start your tour.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jackson Square

The guide will discuss main buildings that line this park, including the Cathedral, Cabildo and Presbytere. The history of the Pontalba Buildings is discussed as well.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Louis Cathedral

Our guide will tell the story of this building from its humble beginnings as a wooden parish church to the incredible Cathedral you see before you.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cabildo

Our guide will discuss the historical era, significance and building style of the Cabildo.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Presbytere

The guide will share the history and current status of the Presbytere.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chartres Street

Chartres Street stops include buildings with historic significance that span from our Spanish Era into the American Period.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Street

Royal Street is another great strolling street full of shops and restaurants. On this street, our guests will learn more about how to identify different types of buildings.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New Orleans Architecture Tours

Guests should leave this tour with a better understanding of how our history shaped our buildings and take this knowledge back home with them to rediscover their own hometown buildings.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 1 year

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-52202P2

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