Stroll the streets of New Orleans' famous French Quarter on this 2-hour walking tour. Listen to your guide's commentary on the area's French- and Spanish-influenced architecture, with many buildings dating from the 18th and 19th century. Landmarks include the Louisiana Supreme Court, the Ursuline Convent, and many Creole Colonial Buildings.
- Architecture-focused walking tour in New Orleans’ French Quarter
- See landmark buildings such as the Ursuline Convent, St. Louis Cathedral, and the Cabildo
- Learn how French and Spanish styles influenced the city’s architecture
- Walk at a casual pace with plenty of time to ask questions
What To Expect
French Quarter
Our guide will give you a intro to New Orleans history to start your tour.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jackson Square
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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Louis Cathedral
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.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cabildo
Our guide will discuss the historical era, significance and building style of the Cabildo.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Presbytere
The guide will share the history and current status of the Presbytere.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chartres Street
Chartres Street stops include buildings with historic significance that span from our Spanish Era into the American Period.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Royal Street
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.
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
New Orleans Architecture Tours
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.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Max group – 15
