Discover New Orleans’ vibrant history through its dynamic history on this sightseeing tour. Enjoy a small group van ride through the city, viewing the diverse architectural wonders of the French Quarter, the Garden District, Esplanade Avenue, and Bayou St John. You’ll disembark for small-group walking tours of St. Louis Cemetery No 3 and City Park, where you'll admire the Besthoff Sculpture Garden and stop for beignets at the infamous Cafe du Monde (own expense.)
- New Orleans architectural tour
- Drive along the French Quarter, Jackson Square, and Esplanade Avenue
- Explore the tombs of historic St. Louis Cemetery #3 on a guided tour
- See the late’1700s homes on Bayou St. John
- Admire the antique carousel in City Park
- All entrance fees and round-trip hotel transfers included
- Small-group tour limited to 14 people ensures a personalized experience
- Katrina Memorial and Levee Exhibit Hall and Rain Garden
What To Expect
French Quarter
After pickup from your downtown or French Quarter hotel by air-conditioned van, your tour begins in the French Quarter, where you’ll learn about the history and design styles of the old Creole city of New Orleans.
• Admission Ticket Included
Jackson Square
See the Pontalba Buildings of Jackson Square and the famous St. Louis Cathedral.
• Admission Ticket Included
St. Louis Cathedral
Admire St Louis Cathedral and enjoy a view of the Mississippi River.
• Admission Ticket Included
French Market
Along Esplanade Avenue, you’ll pass by the French Market, the old US Mint and some elegant mansions.
• Admission Ticket Included
St. Louis Cemetery No. 3
Next, hop off your van and stretch your legs at the historic St Louis Cemetery #3. During a guided walking tour, see some of its many societal tombs, such as the Hellenic Orthodox community and the Dante Lodge of Masons, which represent the varied backgrounds of New Orleans’ former residents.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
New Orleans City Park
Stop for refreshments and restrooms after a drive through City Park, home to the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park and centuries-old live oaks.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden at NOMA
Visit this sculpture garden that occupies approximately eleven acres in City Park adjacent to the New Orleans Museum of Art, and is located within a mature existing landscape of pines, magnolias, and live oaks surrounding two lagoons.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cafe Du Monde
Make a quick stop at this iconic spot for beignets and cafe au lait (own expense.)
• Admission Ticket Free
Caesars Superdome
Heading downtown, we drive through the Arts District and the Warehouse Section as well as by the World War II Museum, going by the Superdome and through the heart of the business district as we return to your hotel.
• Admission Ticket Free
Bayou St John
Back on your van, travel along peaceful Bayou St John, where you’ll see houses from the late 1700s.
• Admission Ticket Free
Garden District
On the drive back to your hotel, you’ll pass through Uptown and along St Charles Avenue, where the grand colonial mansions of the Garden District are some of the most beautiful in all the South.
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 5 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Service animals are permitted. Please advise at time of booking to arrange accommodations
Child rates apply to all children and infants
Not wheelchair accessible
Tour cannot accommodate wheelchairs of any kind
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Max group – 13
