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New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour

Location New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
$35.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Discover the history of New Orleans through its architecture on a 2-hour walk around the French Quarter. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with a local guide to explore the many building styles prevalent in this neighborhood, with special attention to the history and the features of French and Spanish architecture. Hear the stories of the 18th and 19th century architects and families who made their mark on this unique area. Buildings included in this tour range from Creole Colonial buildings such as the Ursuline Convent and Madame John's Legacy to the 20th Century Louisiana Supreme Court. Your group will be no more than 14 people allowing for a more intimate, personal experience.
New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Licensed, insured, local guide with an extensive knowledge of the area
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Meeting point
Centrally located meeting point, just off of Jackson Square. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside the 1850 House Museum. Your guide will be holding a sign that says, "New Orleans Architecture Tours".
Return details
Centrally located meeting point, just off of Jackson Square. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside the 1850 House Museum. Your guide will be holding a sign that says, "New Orleans Architecture Tours".

  • French Quarter
    Our guide will give you a intro to New Orleans history to start your tour.
  • Jackson Square
    The guide will discuss main buildings that line this park, including the Cathedral, Cabildo and Presbytere. The history of the Pontalba Buildings is discussed as well.
  • St. Louis Cathedral
    Our guide will tell the story of this building from its humble beginnings as a wooden parish church to the incredible Cathedral you see before you.
  • Cabildo
    Our guide will discuss the historical era, significance and building style of the Cabildo.
  • The Presbytere
    The guide will share the history and current status of the Presbytere.
  • Chartres Street
    Chartres Street stops include buildings with historic significance that span from our Spanish Era into the American Period.
  • Royal Street
    Royal Street is another great strolling street full of shops and restaurants. On this street, our guests will learn more about how to identify different types of buildings.
  • New Orleans Architecture Tours
    Guests should leave this tour with a better understanding of how our history shaped our buildings and take this knowledge back home with them to rediscover their own hometown buildings.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Minimum age is 1 year
  • Umbrella, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour

    Location New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
    $35.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10 000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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