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New Orleans Sightseeing: History, Culture, Traditions
4.8
545 Ratings
New Orleans
Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and unique traditions of New Orleans on this 2-hour sightseeing tour. Explore iconic landmarks, charming neighborhoods, and learn about the city's ghostly legends and burial customs. Book now!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- French Quarter - Board a mini-coach outside your New Orleans hotel and start your 2.5-hour tour with a drive to the French Quarter, where you’ll find some of the city’s most classic architecture and interesting history.
Drive past Creole townhouses and shotgun homes, a highly popular style of Southern homes in the early 1860s. Peek into courtyards and pass by small shops selling herbs, candles, oils and amulets used in ancient voodoo traditions and rituals.
- Jackson Square - A highlight of the French Quarter is Jackson Square, a stately park and US National Historic Landmark.
- Garden District - Pass through the neighborhood of Tremé and the lovely Garden District, home to one of the country’s best-preserved collections of Southern mansions. Here you’ll see the longest bridge in the world, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway.
- St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 - Next, take a walking tour one of the city’s most haunted cemeteries, St Louis Cemetery No. 3, featuring above-ground tombs from the 18th and 19th centuries. Learn about the theories behind this unusual burial custom as you stroll the grounds, and hear stories about famous figures from New Orleans’ past.
At the end of your 2.5-hour tour, you’ll be driven back to your hotel.
What's Included
- Exclusive pickup and drop-off at Homewood Suites French Quarter
- Knowledgeable local guide included
- Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned mini-coach
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Embark on a 2-hour journey through the numerous centuries of history, culture, and dynamic city life of New Orleans by mini-bus and on foot. Traverse through the lively French Quarter, the stunning Garden District, and the historic Jackson Square — a designated US National Historic Landmark. Marvel at the Creole townhouses, distinctive shotgun houses, historic mansions, and the world’s longest bridge, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. Engage in tales of the supernatural, voodoo, and distinctive burial rites at the famed St Louis Cemetery No. 3. Opt for a tour time that best suits your plan.
- During warmer months, we recommend that you wear lightly colored clothing; caps/hats and umbrellas are also suggested
Location
Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter
North Rampart Street
Meet the driver in the back bus loading area of the Homewood Suites French Quarter at 317 North. Rampart St. at the beginning of the pickup window. Your shuttle departs promptly. Pickup begins at:
9:00AM Tour(Picks up at 8:30AM)
12:00PM Tour(Picks up at 11:30AM)
3:00PM Tour(Picks up at 2:30PM)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(545 Ratings)
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G6648sdvictoriaw
Jun 14, 2024
Bus tour - Steve was our guide and he was the Best! Steve is Knowledgeable and has a sense of humor! We would definitely do a tour with him again!
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Traveler39163205028
Jun 14, 2024
Tour with Derek - This bus tour was the BEST! Derek was AMAZING! He was funny, friendly, and knowledgeable of every place we toured! I’d highly recommend him and would definitely book him again!
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558karam
Jun 7, 2024
Great introductory tour of the city - Great tour of the city! I wish I had done this on my first day rather than my last as Derek have so many options of things to do in the city! He was super informative and knew lots about the city and its history. Pick up location was super close to my hotel which was fantastic! Would recommend doing this tour as soon as you get to the city.
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Dotsultant
May 24, 2024
Good times on rollin' wheels - Rene was excellent and rapid paced - great overview of the City. I'd suggest early morning when it's hot so you don't cremate at the cemetery!
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T5764dsjanetp
May 10, 2024
Great! - Butch was an EXCELLENT host for our tour very informative, very entertaining.
Loved seeing the city thru his knowledgeable eyes.
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213luciller
May 7, 2024
A worthwhile tour - A really good overview of New Orleans. Our guide, Butch, was very friendly and knowledgeable with some good tips. Unfortunately, I didn't do the tour till my last day here so have something to look forward to on my next visit!
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Betsy_c
Apr 24, 2024
Eye Opening - Butch was so knowledgeable. His explanation of the burial process was fascinating. He knew his New Orleans history in great detail.
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Brimsted1
Apr 20, 2024
Great insight into New Orleans - We went on this 2.5 hr bus tour of New Orleans and Cemetery.Our driver and guide Derek gave us a good insight into the the things that matter in a professional and amusing manner.He impressed us both with his historical knowledge and gave us some very good tips on where to go and quality of specific restaurants.
We would recommend this tour for anyone with little knowledge of the City.
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M-kmash
Apr 17, 2024
Well organized Great tour worth the time and money - We took the tour to get a lay of the land so to speak. It did just that. The bus was clean and the driver Butch was great. He was very informative and added enough local humor and history to keep the entire group involved. The Rest stop at the Distillery was very clean and provided an necessary break. We asked a worker a few questions and it occurred to me a 5 minute explanation of what was going on would have been an added feature. The cemetery tour was very interesting and Butch explained and answered many questions.
Overall we found Butch to be an excellent representative of the Tour company as well as of New Orleans itself. Very entertaining and informative. He even took the time to find where people were going next to drop them in the best and safest locations or intersections.
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Meite
May 25, 2024
Don’t waste your time and money - They said we would see two cemeteries
One of them was two blocks away from the street we were on, the driver pointed at it.
One 10 min stop at one cemetary
Very boring commentary
Then surprise stop at a distillery for the attempted sales
The driver was very difficult to hear
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