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More Than Mardi Gras: French Quarter Tour (Small Group)
5.0
23 Ratings
New Orleans
Explore the vibrant French Quarter: historic streets, hidden courtyards, and captivating stories of musicians, magicians, and pirates. Discover the true essence of New Orleans.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- St. Louis Cathedral - The oldest continuously in use cathedral in the United States, St Louis Cathedral is an example of colonial Louisiana architecture. The structures history and importance to the region will be discussed.
- Pontalba Buildings - These buildings are said to be some of the first apartments in the United States. Learn about Michaela Pontalba and her struggle to have them created in her father’s Legacy
- Cabildo - This museum was the seat of government for the French, Spanish, as well as Americans. Today it is the Louisiana State Museum . Guests will be informed of what is worth seeing inside and the do’s and don’ts of a visit.
- Pirates Alley - The importance of privateers to the region will be mentioned as guests learn about pirates pivotal role in the creation of New Orleans.
- Old Ursuline Convent Museum - The first religious order to come to New Orleans, the Ursuline Convent is a beautiful example of colonial religious architecture.
- Royal Street - Guests will saunter down the street with their guide learning about the live music being played on the street, the unique architecture and different architecture of the French Quarter.
- Bourbon Street - Bourbon street is one of the sights to see in the United States. It’s sordid history will be discussed. A quick “how to” will be given.
- The Presbytère - The importance of the Catholic Faith to Louisiana will be discussed that this structure that once was a home for local priests.
What's Included
- Expert Tour Guides with unique knowledge
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
The French Quarter is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the charm and culture of New Orleans. From its vibrant nightlife to its rich history, this iconic neighborhood has something for everyone. Famous for its beads and beers on Bourbon Street, the Vieux Carre’s reality far surpasses its Mardi Gras reputation.
We’ll show you the real French Quarter beyond Bourbon Street, but we can’t NOT talk about Mardi Gras! Our tour ends at the Presbytere for those who wish to delve deeper into its exhibits for the history and meaning of Mardi Gras and how the city overcame Hurricane Katrina to keep celebrating this centuries-old tradition.
Marvel at the stunning architecture of the St. Louis Cathedral, one of the oldest cathedrals in the United States. Wander down Pirate Alley, a narrow way with tales of pirate lore. See homes of literary legends Tennessee Williams and William Faulkner. No tour of the French Quarter would be complete without a stroll down Bourbon Street.
Location
Andrew Jackson Equestrian Statue
This tour will commence at the statue of Andrew Jackson on a horse in the middle of Jackson Square. The guide will be standing in between the statue and the cathedral.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(23 Ratings)
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N2505fgracheld
Jul 25, 2024
Awesome history tour! - My brother and I loved the tour! Daniel was super knowledgeable, very nice, and a great teacher. We learned all about the history of the area and New Orleans. I particularly liked the history about Jean Lafitte and how he ended up working with Andrew Jackson. Daniel really made history come alive! I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
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X9004bbalexandrab
Jul 22, 2024
Wonderful Tours with Sandy and Daniel - We booked three tours with Tours by Foot: The French Quarter, Treme and the Garden District. Our guides were Sandy (for the first two) and Daniel (for the latter). We were very impressed with both guides!
Both had a great way of giving a broad historical view of these neighborhoods while simultaneously weaving intricate and lesser known stories into their presentations. I have to say quite artfully at that. It was truly engrossing. This made these tours, in my mind, stand out!
My husband, baby (!) and I had a great time - and will remember these tours and all we learned for the foreseeable future. I have to admit, my husband doesn't like tours and he ended up thanking me for these! Really great guides!
Thanks for a great service.
Alexandra Bledsoe
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32chayang
Jul 4, 2024
Jam packed tour! - The time flew by on this tour. In an hour and a half we learned, we felt, almost all there is to know about the French Quarter. We were able to make educated decisions on where we ate and what music we listened to. We're glad we marked some off of our list that wouldn't have been good. We felt like we could have walked with a guide as our friend for hours around New Orleans. Tours By Foot is the way to go.
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Healthyt2024
Jul 4, 2024
Great French Quarter tour - The guide on this tour was exceptional. They provided historical context in a way that drew everything into the present in New Orleans. We felt that the credible information given was entertaining and able to be understood by all in our group, including the children. Their food recommendations were on point. The Presbytere tickets were also helpful as a rainy day activity.
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Bhanwarl2024
Jul 4, 2024
Andrew S taught us so much! - Andrew with an S met us at the Statue of Andrew Jackson in the square. We immediately got the abbreviated history of the colony of Louisiana and New Orleans. From then on the tour was jam-packed with information from 1718 to today. We were pleasantly surprised to get Presbytere tickets. The Mardi Gras exhibit upstairs was a great time for our kids, and we all beat the heat!
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Escape16501696247
Jul 3, 2024
Hidden Gems of the French Quarter - We learned so much more than we ever have on our own walking around the Quarter. We had a small group so the guide was able to customize the tour to our interests. She showed us some secret courtyards, and gardens. We were interested in Speakeasy’s and they knew how to get the password. The Presbytere tickets were an added bonus as we were able to teach the kids about hurricanes at the Katrina exhibit.
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Laxmanlalg
Jun 25, 2024
Fun Tour Enjoyed a lot - Excellent morning spent in this historic French Quarter. Our guide also walked us upto the Presbytere which we really enjoyed seeing on our own at the end of the tour. In the evening on the same day we ended up booking the Ghost tour of this neighborhood with the same company, different guide, who was also super entertaining.
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B6263pxarjuns
Jun 25, 2024
Informative Tour - The french quarter tour gives a captivating exploration of New Orleans' historic district, rich with fascinating stories and cultural insights. Perfect for history buffs and casual visitors.
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Helenbp7285yn
Jun 23, 2024
Andrew is going to give you the best history lesson - I learned so much about the history of New Orleans. Andrew is a knowledgeable and insightful tour guide who makes the tour fly by.
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976gulshank
Jun 22, 2024
Very Enjoyable Tour - This tour provides a fascinating and detailed look at New Orleans' most iconic neighborhood, It's an enjoyable and informative experience perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.
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