New Orleans Small-Group City Tour by Van

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About this activity

Come hang out with a local for 2.5 to 3 hours and find out why they are so passionate about living in New Orleans. There has to be a reason they'd choose to live in New Orleans, a city that is almost completely under sea level, right? Find out what makes locals and tourists alike love New Orleans so deeply. They've taken the 5 most popular tours in New Orleans and combined their best elements and turned it into one of the most exciting tours the city has to offer. Create a truly memorable experience when you take the French Quarter tour, Katrina History, Historic Cemeteries tour, Garden District tour, and New Orleans Architecture tour all together! Basically, if you're a history buff, then this tour is for you. If you're trying to figure out what to do while you're in New Orleans, well, this tour is for you too.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Celebration Tours

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Local guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities are not included in the bill. If you enjoyed your tour, tipping your driver is always greatly appreciated.

Itinerary

French Quarter

20 min

Learn about French Quarter history and the founding of New Orleans.
Garden District

10 min

View the gorgeous antebellum homes in the Garden District.
The National WWII Museum

Passing by

Pass by the famous WWII Museum.
New Orleans City Park

15 min

See City Park, home of the Besthoff Sculpture Garden.
Warehouse District

Passing by

See the old warehouses that have been transformed into museums, art galleries, and restaurants.
Magazine Street

Passing by

A lively six-mile stretch lined with boutique shops, cafés, and charming architecture.
Faubourg Marigny

Passing by

Pass by this vibrant and artsy neighborhood famed for its Creole cottages, street musicians, and local nightlife.
Frenchmen Street

Passing by

A go-to spot for live jazz, bustling nightlife, and a more local alternative to Bourbon Street.
Tulane University

Passing by

Pass by this prestigious research university set among beautiful oak-lined streets and classic Southern architecture.
Lake Lawn Metairie

15 min

Learn about our unique and historic above ground burial process.
Stop 11

Passing by

Pass by this scenic, oak-shaded boulevard connecting the French Quarter to City Park, lined with grand historic homes.
Bayou St. John

Passing by

A peaceful waterway offering scenic views, kayaking, and a glimpse into the city's early Creole heritage.
Uptown / Carrollton

Passing by

A picturesque and historic neighborhood known for its grand mansions, canopy of oak-lined streets, vibrant shopping on Magazine Street, and iconic streetcar rides along St. Charles Avenue.

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
The Jazz Duo
New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District
Hyatt Place New Orleans/Convention Center

You will be picked up from your New Orleans Metro Area Downtown/French Quarter/Warehouse District Hotel or Residence.

Please call your local supplier if your hotel or residence is not listed to confirm your pick-up destination and time. We may be able to pick you up from wherever you're staying even though it's not listed.

Using your ticket

Please reconfirm by calling your local supplier. That way we will be able to provide you with a more accurate pick-up time.
Please call us if your hotel is not on our list of hotels provided and or if you are staying in a New Orleans area Air B&B type residence. We might be able to pick you up from where you are staying. Also, we can provide you with a more accurate pick-up time. If you are staying outside of our pick-up area we will provide you with a specific pick-up location and time.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.