Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans

New Orleans, US
88% of travellers recommend this
Very Good (9 reviews)

Highlights

  • Explore the secrets of the French Quarter
  • Visit iconic sites like Jackson Square and Café Du Monde
  • Learn the history of New Orleans and its famous food
  • Discover the hidden vampire speakeasy and voodoo legends
  • Experience the vibrant jazz scene and historic bars

Meeting Point

The Tour starts at the Joan of Arc Statue, also known by locals as Joanie on her Pony. Standing in front of the statue, press start tour, and put your phone away. Our Walking tour technology will guide you from there.

Meeting point

Place de France, Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour ends at the inventors of the famous New Orleans sandwich the Muffuletta. Grab a sandwich, and enjoy the day!

Meeting point

923 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Joan of Arc Statue

The tour starts here and you'll learn why Joanie on her Pony, as locals call her, the French hero, is in NOLA.

Duration 5 minutes
2

Dutch Alley

You'll explore dutch alley, see the artist shops, see the window into the past and learn the history of the French Market.

Duration 10 minutes
3

Cafe Du Monde

This place can not be missed when visiting New Orleans!! A must try are the Beignets, a food that originated from Nova Scotia. Learn more on our tour!

Duration 5 minutes
4

Washington Artillery Park

The canon in front of you was used by the first battalion in the civil war. Just past the canon is the mighty Mississippi River. You'll get a great view and hear how this cannon got here.

Duration 5 minutes
5

Pirates Alley

The alley said to be the site where they pirates where once held. Discover the story of how this alley changed the history of the USA

Duration 5 minutes
6

The Arsenal

You'll stop by the Arsenal and hear it's story, and you'll see a local Picasso painting on display.

7

Pat O'Brien's

the Huricane! Learn the story of how the famous drink came to be, and drink one if you are of age :)

Duration 5 minutes
8

Reverend Zombie's House Of Voodoo

Voodoo legends, it's time to explore the other side.

Duration 5 minutes
9

Fritzel's European Jazz Bar

The oldest jazz bar in NOLA, and it's said to also have a secret vampire speakeasy. Learn how to enter.

Duration 5 minutes
10

Marie Laveau House of Voodoo

It's voodoo time! learn the story of the voodoo queen and check out one of the coolest shops ever.

Duration 5 minutes
11

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

One of the oldest and coolest bars, this is said to be the spot the pirates once hung. Learn about it's history.

Duration 5 minutes
12

Central Grocery and Deli

The inventors of the Muffuletta, a NOLA tradition.

Duration 5 minutes

Additional Information

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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What our experts say

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    Try beignets at Café Du Monde!
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    Visit the voodoo shops on Bourbon St.
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    Check out Pat O'Brien's for a Hurricane.
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    Take photos at Jackson Square's artists.
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    Explore Dutch Alley for unique art.

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