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New Orleans Original Craft Cocktail Walking Tour

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The Carriageway bartender making Sazeracs.
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Overview

Enjoy French Quarter courtyards, classic cocktails, and entertaining history! Did you know that the word “cocktail” originated in New Orleans? In a city that fosters creativity and breathes inspiration, it’s no wonder the history is so closely entwined with a culinary culture. On this small group tour you’ll drink in the rich history of the city as you explore the French Quarter, where the hour is always happy. If you don’t finish your drink, ask for a “to go cup.” This is not a bar crawl. It's history… with a twist!

What's Included

  • Alcoholic beverages 1 or 3 classic cocktails, depending on option selection, including taxes and service gratuities
  • 3-4 Stops at Iconic French Quarter Establishments
  • Expert Local Tour Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Additional beverages are available for purchase
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Meeting Location

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Toulouse Street
New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

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Bourbon Street
New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

What To Expect

French Quarter

Embark on your exploration of New Orleans’ cocktail culture from the Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office, right on the Mississippi River in the city’s French Quarter. Your group of like-minded 21-and-up revelers will travel the neighborhood’s historic streets, ducking in and out of watering holes and restaurants in buildings that still stand as beautiful examples of French and Spanish Colonial Architecture.While it’s easy to get lost in the history of your surroundings, the real stars of the tour are the cocktails. Listen in as your guides reveal the stories behind each inventive libation and the characters that brought them to life. Learn the story of the Sazerac, which dates back to 1850.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The Court of Two Sisters

Enter the Court of Two Sisters’ Carriageway Bar through the charm gates, wrought in Spain and blessed by Queen Isabella. Now a restaurant world-famous for its jazz brunch and courtyard canopied by a 130-year-old wisteria vine, the block has maintained a lively history since 1726.
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Admission Ticket Free

St. Louis Cathedral

At the intersection of two cobblestone alleys in the shadows of the St. Louis Cathedral, is a legendary pirate hangout. There you’ll meet the “green fairy” known as Absinthe, the mystical herbal elixir that induced intoxicating creativity in many authors, artists, poets, and musicians.
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Peychaud's

Relax in the former residence of Antoine Peychaud, the Creole apothecary who prescribed and dispensed his patented herbal Peychaud’s Bitters, which would later become the key ingredient in the Sazerac, America’s first cocktail and the official cocktail of New Orleans.
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Fritzel's European Jazz Bar

*UPGRADED EXPERIENCE ONLY* - There’s nothing like soul-stirring jazz to raise your spirits. Your tour ends on a high note at Fritzel's, not your typical dive bar. This jazz pub features the who’s who of New Orleans jazz, drawing jazz aficionados from around the world. You're welcome to stay for the show, then walk to dinner at one of many fine French Quarter restaurants nearby.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • In order to help preserve the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point - just a short stroll from most downtown hotels.
  • Due to the historic nature of the tour, some venues are not accessible to guests traveling in wheelchairs. Special arrangements can be made with your tour guide at the beginning of the tour.
  • Minimum age is 21 years

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the New Orleans Original Craft Cocktail Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. 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 (CST).This activity 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. Read more Apr 2025

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

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656 reviews

Average 4.71 out of 5 stars based on 656 traveler reviews collected by Cool New Orleans and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.
  • 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 (CST).
  • This activity 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.
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Alcoholic beverages. 1 or 3 classic cocktails, depending on option selection, including taxes and service gratuities.
  • 3-4 Stops at Iconic French Quarter Establishments.
  • Expert Local Tour Guide.
  • Guided New Orleans Original Cocktail Walking Tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Additional beverages are available for purchase.
Apr 2025
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This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Accessibility information for the New Orleans Original Craft Cocktail Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What's Included

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  • Alcoholic beverages1 or 3 classic cocktails, depending on option selection, including taxes and service gratuities
  • 3-4 Stops at Iconic French Quarter Establishments
  • Expert Local Tour Guide
  • Guided New Orleans Original Cocktail Walking Tour
  • Gratuities
  • Additional beverages are available for purchase

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In order to help preserve the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point - just a short stroll from most downtown hotels.
  • Due to the historic nature of the tour, some venues are not accessible to guests traveling in wheelchairs. Special arrangements can be made with your tour guide at the beginning of the tour.
  • Minimum age is 21 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers

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