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New Orleans French Quarter Walking Tour 2 hr

TourTruth score 6.7 out of 10

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  • New Orleans
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore New Orleans history, architecture, and Creole culture on a guided French Quarter walk past iconic landmarks and storied streets.

About this tour

Get a lively introduction to New Orleans on a French Quarter walking tour filled with history, architecture, and Creole culture. Over two hours, follow your local guide through storied streets and hear the true tales and curious answers that bring the Crescent City to life, from why a city was built in a swamp to the origins of the po-boy sandwich.

Visit Jackson Square and the Saint Louis Cathedral, Jean Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Tavern, the first pharmacy in the United States, and the Old Ursuline Convent, New Orleans' oldest building. The route covers about 1.3 miles, with a guide to connect the landmarks to the people and traditions that shaped the neighborhood. The tour is wheelchair accessible and welcomes strollers and service animals. It runs in all weather, so dress for the forecast; summer heat and sudden tropical rain are worth preparing for.

Choose this New Orleans French Quarter walking tour for an engaging overview of the city's defining stories and sights. Meet at the Statue of Bienville on Decatur Street and set out to discover the Quarter on foot.

Highlights

  • Explore Jackson Square and the Saint Louis Cathedral
  • Hear the stories behind Creole culture and New Orleans history
  • Visit Jean Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Tavern and the Old Ursuline Convent
  • Discover the first pharmacy in the United States

What's included

Included

  • Local guide

Not included

  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Departure point: Statue of Bienville, 400 Decatur Street, French Quarter
  • Tour ends near Ursuline Street and North Peters Street at the French Market
  • Approximately 1.3 miles of walking
  • Wheelchair accessible; strollers and service animals allowed
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  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Suitable for all fitness levels and operates in all weather; dress for conditions
  • Summer heat and humidity can be intense; light clothing and a wide-brimmed hat are recommended
  • Bring a poncho for heavy rain and a plastic bag to protect your phone

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The walking tour lasts 120 minutes and covers approximately 1.3 miles.

Where does the tour start and end?

Meet at the Statue of Bienville, 400 Decatur Street. The tour ends near Ursuline Street and North Peters Street at the French Market.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The tour is wheelchair accessible, and infants and small children can ride in a stroller.

What should I wear or bring?

The tour operates in all weather. Dress for the conditions; light clothing and a wide-brimmed hat are recommended in summer, and a poncho can help in heavy rain.

Are children welcome?

Yes. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.17 from 6 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in New Orleans
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.7.

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