French Quarter History Walking Tour

Explore the French Quarter beyond names and dates through scandals, strange characters, and true stories from New Orleans' past.

• Discover 300 years of colorful New Orleans history
• See historic architecture and famous French Quarter locations
• Hear stories of adventures, tragedies, and dreams from the city
• Engage in a conversational, interactive tour led by history-loving entertainers
• Pause for a mid-tour coffee break

Itinerary

• We'll start with the Mississippi River, and discuss the area's importance as a trading post set up by the Oumas Nation.

• We'll enter Jackson Square, and talk about the city's old French & Spanish colonial history.

• We'll see famous sites like the Pharmacy Museum, and Napoleon House, and hear the stories that made them famous.

• We'll discuss Voudou and the city's most famous Queen, Marie Laveaux.

• We'll see Louis Armstrong Park, and talk about Congo Square, and Storyville, the city's infamous red light district.

What's Included

• Historical images and interior visuals
• Polaroid keepsake of your group

Important details

• Tours run rain or shine; bring an umbrella for rain and bottled water on hot days
• Tours may cancel when severe weather or flooding conditions are declared