Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and unique traditions of New Orleans on this 2-hour sightseeing tour. Explore iconic landmarks, charming neighborhoods, and learn about the city’s ghostly legends and burial customs. Book now!
- French Quarter - Board a mini-coach outside your New Orleans hotel and start your 2.5-hour tour with a drive to the French Quarter, where you’ll find some of the city’s most classic architecture and interesting history.
Drive past Creole townhouses and shotgun homes, a highly popular style of Southern homes in the early 1860s. Peek into courtyards and pass by small shops selling herbs, candles, oils and amulets used in ancient voodoo traditions and rituals.
- Jackson Square - A highlight of the French Quarter is Jackson Square, a stately park and US National Historic Landmark.
- Garden District - Pass through the neighborhood of Tremé and the lovely Garden District, home to one of the country’s best-preserved collections of Southern mansions. Here you’ll see the longest bridge in the world, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway.
- St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 - Next, take a walking tour one of the city’s most haunted cemeteries, St Louis Cemetery No. 3, featuring above-ground tombs from the 18th and 19th centuries. Learn about the theories behind this unusual burial custom as you stroll the grounds, and hear stories about famous figures from New Orleans’ past.
At the end of your 2.5-hour tour, you’ll be driven back to your hotel.
- Exclusive pickup and drop-off at Homewood Suites French Quarter
- Knowledgeable local guide included
- Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned mini-coach
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Embark on a 2-hour journey through the numerous centuries of history, culture, and dynamic city life of New Orleans by mini-bus and on foot. Traverse through the lively French Quarter, the stunning Garden District, and the historic Jackson Square — a designated US National Historic Landmark. Marvel at the Creole townhouses, distinctive shotgun houses, historic mansions, and the world’s longest bridge, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. Engage in tales of the supernatural, voodoo, and distinctive burial rites at the famed St Louis Cemetery No. 3. Opt for a tour time that best suits your plan.
- During warmer months, we recommend that you wear lightly colored clothing; caps/hats and umbrellas are also suggested
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
