French Quarter Pirate Guided Walking Tour
Uncover the real Laffite pirate stories behind New Orleans history
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Walking tour, Pirate guide
Highlights
Explore early-1800s New Orleans through the stories of pirates Pierre and Jean Laffite. This walking experience focuses on researched history rather than movie-style pirate entertainment.
- Learn how pirates operated in New Orleans during the early 1800s
- Discover the Laffite brothers' place in local history
- Ask questions throughout the experience
- Take photos of buildings, carriages, and French Quarter sights
- Enjoy storytelling for history fans and pirate enthusiasts
Itinerary
This French Quarter walking tour takes you through Jackson Square and Pirates Alley where you’ll hear about how the Lafitte brothers (Pirates!) came to New Orleans and crafted their smuggling empire.
You'll walk historic Royal Street to discover how they evolved from smugglers to saviors during the Battle of New Orleans.
Your salty guide will have you laughing and learning through the streets of the French Quarter. We'll separate pirate facts from the myths.
Our Pirates, along with the French Quarter as the backdrop, will make for a truly remarkable New Orleans experience.
What's Included
- Pirate-led walking tour
- English-speaking guide
- Researched historical storytelling
Important details
- Arrive 15 minutes before the tour start time
- Children under 16 must attend with a parent or guardian
- Plan for walking and standing; wheelchair and scooter access is available along the streets
- Wear suitable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for an outdoor tour
- Expect heat, rain, and wet conditions depending on the weather
- Children under 7 may not enjoy the tour's historical focus
- Expect historical references to death, drinking, torture, gambling, and wenching, plus possible adult behavior on surrounding streets
Cancellation Policy
Full refund up to 48 hours before your tour start time. No refunds or rain checks within 48 hours of the tour. No-shows are not refunded.
Product ID: Q573NU
FAQs
Tours run in rain; if there is lightning or it is unsafe, the tour will end and you will be rebooked on the next available tour.
Guides are not movie pirates and kids under 7 may not enjoy it. The French Quarter can include adult language and behavior; guides adjust when kids attend.
If you are 21 or older you may drink. If the group agrees, the tour may stop at a bar. Disruptive guests may be removed.
Meeting details
Pirates of the Quarter Tours Shop, 632 Pirates Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116
