Private New Orleans 3-Hour Historical and Sightseeing Tour

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Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Uptown Mansion — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover New Orleans' heritage and the beauty of its period homes during this private historical tour for your group of up to 14 travelers. Ride along the city’s stately streets, passing jewels of architectural styles in the French Quarter, Bayou St John and Garden District, and enjoy guided walking tours of St Louis Cemetery #3.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Operated by: Tours by Isabelle

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guided tour of St Louis Cemetery #3
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Private tour by air-conditioned 14-passenger van

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

French Quarter

Passing by

After pickup from your downtown or French Quarter hotel by air-conditioned van, your architecture tour begins in the French Quarter, where you'll learn about the history and design styles of the old Creole city of New Orleans. See the Pontalba Buildings of Jackson Square, admire St Louis Cathedral and enjoy a view of the Mississippi River. Along Esplanade Avenue, you'll pass by the French Market, the old US Mint and some elegant mansions.
St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

one hour Admission included

Next, hop off your van and stretch your legs at the historic St Louis Cemetery #3. During a guided walking tour, see some of its many societal tombs, such as the Hellenic Orthodox community and the Dante Lodge of Masons, which represent the varied backgrounds of New Orleans' former residents.
Stop 3

Passing by

Back on your van, travel along peaceful Bayou St John, where you’ll see houses from the late 1700s. Stop for refreshments and rest rooms after a drive through City Park, home to the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park and centuries-old live oaks.
Lake Pontchartrain

Passing by

You will then reach the 17th St.Canal and see the flood wall breaches and witness the complete destruction Hurricane Katrina caused to the neighborhood of Lakeview as well as the hopeful rebuilding done with the help of private enterprise as well as the new pumping stations.

Make your way along Lake Pontchartrain's shores, where you’ll learn about the levee system and see one of the longest causeway bridges in the world.
Garden District

Passing by

On the drive back to your hotel, you’ll pass through Uptown and along St Charles Avenue, where the grand colonial mansions of the Garden District are some of the most beautiful in all the South.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Westin New Orleans
New Orleans Marriott
Hampton Inn New Orleans-St. Charles Ave./Garden District
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Omni Royal Orleans
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District
Hyatt Place New Orleans/Convention Center

Tour departs from downtown New Orleans and French Quarter hotels only. Please specify at time of booking.

Using your ticket

Tours cannot accommodate wheelchairs of any kind

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to start time. Tours by Isabelle will contact you the day prior to your tour to provide exact pick up time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Service animals are permitted. Please advise at time of booking to arrange accommodations