New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour
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.
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: French Quarter, New Orleans, LA
Our guide will give you a intro to New Orleans history to start your tour.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Jackson Square, 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116-3234
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. Louis Cathedral, 615 Pere Antoine Aly, New Orleans, LA 70116-3291
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cabildo, 701 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Our guide will discuss the historical era, significance and building style of the Cabildo.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Presbytere, 751 Chartres Street Jackson Square, New Orleans, LA 70116
The guide will share the history and current status of the Presbytere.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA
Chartres Street stops include buildings with historic significance that span from our Spanish Era into the American Period.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
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.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: New Orleans Architecture Tours, New Orleans, LA 70130
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Inclusions
- Licensed, insured, local guide with an extensive knowledge of the area
Exclusions
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Minimum age is 1 year
- Umbrella, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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