French Quarter Tour with Local Guide and Creole Stories

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About this activity

Discover the essence of New Orleans with a walking tour of the French Quarter, guided by a certified, multilingual local expert. Immerse yourself in a fusion of European, African and Caribbean influences as you listen to captivating Creole stories, visit hidden courtyards and meet characters and legends that have scarred the soul of the city.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 18 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Brown Flavor Tours LLC

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–13 years) · Adults (14–64 years) · Seniors (65–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Personalized narration in English, Spanish, French or Italian
Included: Guided walking tour with certified local guide
Included: Local tips for further exploring the city

Not included

Not included: Creole drink (choice of Creole drink available when booking)
Not included: Souvenirs (option available when booking)
Not included: Private transportation: Transportation to/from the meeting point

Itinerary

Stop 1

5 min Admission not included

We gather in front of the iconic Pirate’s Alley Cafe, a narrow alley filled with legends of smugglers, writers and artists who have made their mark in New Orleans. Here begins our immersion in the Creole soul of the city.
Jackson Square

15 min

Historic heart of the Vieux Carré, surrounded by St. Louis Cathedral, the Cabildo and the Presbytère. Discover how this place was the scene of celebrations, rebellions and key moments in Louisiana history.
Stop 3

5 min Admission not included

An elegant restaurant with colonial past and a famous ghost guest. Learn about its history, from its beginnings as a manor house to its current role in Creole gastronomy.
Old Ursuline Convent Museum

5 min Admission not included

One of the oldest buildings in the city and the Mississippi Basin. Here you will discover how Ursulines influenced the education, religion and social life of the French and Spanish colony.
Lalaurie Mansion

10 min Admission not included

The most famous (and controversial) mansion in New Orleans. Her stories of horror and mystery have made her a legend. You will learn the true story behind Madame Delphine LaLaurie and how it has been interpreted in popular culture.
Royal Street

Passing by

Walk along one of the most elegant streets in the neighborhood, known for its French and Spanish colonial architecture, art galleries and antique shops.
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

5 min

One of the oldest bars in America, with ties to Jean Lafitte, the privateer who defied empires and forged alliances with New Orleans.
Bourbon Street

Passing by

Tour of the city’s liveliest and most renowned street, where music, party and history mix at every corner.
Stop 9

5 min Admission not included

Elegant hotel with a historic past that includes a convent and an orphanage, and preserves histories of the colonial era and the Civil War.
Stop 10

5 min Admission not included

A peaceful space behind St. Louis Cathedral, which holds stories of mourning, conspiracies and secret encounters.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We are opposite the Café Pirate Alley, right on the corner of St. Louis Cathedral.

End point

We are opposite the Café Pirate Alley, right on the corner of St. Louis Cathedral.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
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Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We only serve alcoholic beverages to people over 21 years old. Minors will receive non-alcoholic beverages.