Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of French Quarter Sights & Hidden Stories

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Overview

Our smartphone-guided tour brings the facts and stories behind New Orleans to life because we've taken the same stops and sights in the French Quarter that we share with our friends and families when they come to town and created an interactive web-based tour for you!

Read the stories behind the city, answer questions to reveal fun facts, and experience what makes this classic American city incredible! Purchase your tour and then navigate to our website to enter your access code and launch the tour. You can either start immediately or create an account and come back when you are ready to explore.

Please note that you and your group read the tour aloud to one another - there is no audio functionality at this time.

What's Included

  • Easy-to-use web interface
  • 24/7 support by phone and email
  • Family friendly stops and questions

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Jackson Square
    New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Pere Antoine Alley
    New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

    You will end at the St. Louis Cathedral.

    What To Expect

    Cafe Du Monde

    We love the food of New Orleans - from cajun to creole (yes there is a difference) to the sweet beignets of Cafe du Monde - our hint - don't try and get a table, just go to the takeout window and proceed to your next stop.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Moonwalk Riverfront Park

    This part of Louisiana was originally settled because of its critical location on the Mississippi, come see the mighty river and learn about the history.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    French Market

    Some of our favorite places in cities are their public markets, and New Orleans is no exception with incredible food and art jumbled together in the eclectic center - explore away!
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Old Ursuline Convent Museum

    While currently closed due to the pandemic, you'll peak through the iron gateway to see the oldest building in the city - built by the French king - and home for centuries to cloistered nuns.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Historic BK House & Gardens

    Just across the street is the Beauregard-Keyes House, one of the best preserved examples of 1800s architecture in the city.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

    We could spend the entire tour talking about this one area. First, as one of the oldest structures remaining in New Orleans, this epitomizes "Creole Cottages" and as one of the oldest structures remaining in New Orleans, is rumored to be haunted several times over!
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum

    Voodoo is not about dolls and hexes. In fact, it is one of the oldest (and most misrepresented) spiritual beliefs in the world. Originated in Africa, the global diaspora of voodoo is complex and mystical.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Royal Street

    The art and of New Orleans represent the agglomeration of cultures that influenced this part of America, from African sculpture to French Rococo - and the modern galleries along Royal Street are a feast for the eyes.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Pirates Alley

    While it is unlikely that pirates actually hung out beside the cathedral and city hall, this street does have quite the history of intrigue and scandal, from Andrew Jackson to William Faulkner.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Louis Cathedral

    We finish our tour back at the imposing cathedral of St. Louis, that has weathered hurricanes, battles, and scandal to remain a symbol of New Orleans, a great American city.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • This is a fully walking tour covering approximately 1.5 miles on city sidewalks. Please judge your participation ability accordingly. Luckily, you can go as quickly or slowly as you'd like.
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of French Quarter Sights & Hidden Stories?

    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 (CDT). Read more Apr 2025

    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-292768P5

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    What's Included

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    • Easy-to-use web interface
    • 24/7 support by phone and email
    • Family friendly stops and questions

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • This is a fully walking tour covering approximately 1.5 miles on city sidewalks. Please judge your participation ability accordingly. Luckily, you can go as quickly or slowly as you'd like.
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
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