History of New Orleans Private Driving & Walking Tour

Combine the comfort of a driving tour with the relaxed pace of a walking tour with this experience, which takes you all across town. You'll visit some of the city's most interesting old neighborhoods, from the Garden District to the French Quarter, with a guide on hand to provide narration.

Learn about New Orleans as you explore with a local guide
Round-trip transfers from and to your hotel are included
Private tour ensures flexibility and personal attention from your guide
Price is per group of up to four people

What To Expect

French Quarter

Founded by the French in 1718, the Quarter is New Orleans oldest neighborhood. From cast iron balconies and walled courtyards, to colorful Creole cottages and townhouses, the “Vieux Carré” is a unique collection of historic French, Spanish, Creole, and American architecture.

• Admission Ticket Free

Faubourg Marigny

Designated as an official Historic District, the Faubourg Marigny was one of the first “Suburbs” of New Orleans, it is filled with colorful shotgun homes, quaint Creole cottages, and more commercial and industrial buildings make up the urban landscape in the Marigny/Bywater. Ornamental wrought iron decorates many of the homes in this area.

• Admission Ticket Free

Garden District

Laid out in 1833, Annexed by New Orleans in 1852

Grand mansions, St. Charles Streetcar, Magazine Street shopping, Famous universities, Audubon Park and Zoo

Filled with stunning, grandiose mansions, colorful Creole cottages. Uptown and the Garden District are known for the variety of historic homes, from colorful row houses to Classic Revival mansions and charming cottages shadowed by giant oak trees.
• Admission Ticket Free

Lafayette Cemetery No.1

Located in Garden District Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 is one of the oldest city governed cemeteries.
• Admission Ticket Free

Lake Lawn Metairie

Most beautiful cemetery in the city.
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
A maximum of 6 people per booking
Stroller accessible
Please use the Special Requirements field for Hotel/Pickup information at the time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Private Tour
Local Licensed Guide
Location Pickup and Drop-Off
LuxuryTransportation

Exclude

Snack, Food, Drinks
Gratuities
Entrance Fees if required

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