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    French Quarter and Marigny Carriage Tour

    Discover the French Quarter and Marigny by mule-drawn carriage with stories spanning 300 years and insider tips.

    From$60/ person

    Duration

    1 hour

    Includes

    Guided carriage ride, Local guide

    Highlights

    Sit back on a mule-drawn carriage as your driver shares 300 years of New Orleans history, culture, and architecture. Explore the French Quarter and Marigny with landmark views and local tips.

    • Explore the French Quarter and Marigny by carriage
    • See St. Louis Cathedral, French Market, and the Spanish Cabildo
    • Pass Pontalba Buildings, Place D'Armes, and Napoleon House
    • Learn about the Great Fire of 1788 and the Battle of New Orleans
    • Admire Creole homes, Spanish patios, and ironwork balconies
    • Get tips on food, cocktails, jazz, and must-see museums

    Things to know

    Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Tours depart on time; late arrivals may be considered no-shows. Operates rain or shine; service may pause during severe weather.

    Cancellation policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours before your tour for a full refund. You may reschedule with at least 3 hours' notice, subject to availability. Late cancellations or no-shows are nonrefundable. Tours operate rain or shine. In severe weather, tours may be suspended; you can reschedule or receive a full refund.

    Meeting location

    700 Decatur Street

    Experience provided by Royal Carriages
    Experience provided by Royal Carriages

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

    Call or text (650) 414-7338

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    1-Hour Group Carriage Ticket

    $60

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    Child 1-Hour Group Carriage Ticket (ages 5-12)

    $40

    Ages 5-12

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    4.8 stars• 7.3K reviews

    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    7.3K reviews•Google Maps

    Royal Carriages delivers what sounds like a genuinely lovely way to explore the French Quarter, with guides who clearly know their stuff and genuinely care about giving you a good time. The experience feels personal rather than scripted, with reviewers consistently mentioning how their tours felt more like chatting with a knowledgeable friend than sitting through a lecture. Names like Lucy and Marie, Kendra and Liza Jane, Marty, and Thiebaud come up repeatedly, with guests specifically requesting the same guides on return visits. People appreciate learning things about New Orleans they didn't know, even locals who thought they'd heard it all. The tours cover everything from architecture and historical events to ghost stories and local lore, and the mules and horses themselves get plenty of love too, with several posing for photos at the end. There's really only one minor complaint worth noting: one reviewer mentioned their guide's speaker was uncomfortably loud in the small carriage space, causing headaches by tour's end. That aside, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive. Families enjoyed it, couples found it romantic, and even seasoned New Orleans visitors say they learned something new. The relaxed pace seems perfect for taking in the city, and the guides' ability to answer questions and expand on topics shows real depth of knowledge. Whether you're after history, haunted tales, or just a pleasant way to see the French Quarter without walking, this seems like a solid choice that consistently delivers on the experience.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    This was such a great experience! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and had a great personality. You could also tell that he had a great relationship with the mule, Armstrong. I was on the haunted tour and the stories were very captivating. This was so fun and I really enjoyed myself!

    Photo of Gina Foster

    Gina Foster

    October 10, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    This was such a great experience! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and had a great personality. You could also tell that he had a great relationship with the mule, Armstrong. I was on the haunted tour and the stories were very captivating. This was so fun and I really enjoyed myself!

    Photo of Gina Foster

    Gina Foster

    October 10, 2025

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