The Vieux Carré – better known as the French Quarter – is the largest and best-preserved district of predominantly 19th century architecture found in an American city. It is a unique treasure that millions of people the world over flock to see, while they experience the city’s musical excitement and its world-class cuisine.
You can explore the Quarter on your own or you can experience it while learning about it from a knowledgeable tour guide. There is so much to see and do within the Quarter’s roughly 100 blocks you might not know where to begin unless you have someone with you who knows their way around. But, if you don’t, there are a number of tour options that will give you a good sampling of what the Quarter is all about. Check out the listings below for the French Quarter tour that best suits your needs.
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Bloody Mary's Tours
144 S. Hennessey St., New Orleans, LA 70119 [Map It]
(504) 523-7684
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Cajun Encounters Swamp, City, & Plantation Tours, LLC
55345 Hwy 90 , Slidell, LA 70461 [Map It]
(504) 834-1770, (866) 928-6877
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Cajun Pride Entertainment
110 Frenier Rd. , LaPlace, LA 70068 [Map It]
(504) 467-0758, (800) 467-0758
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Celebration Tours
1229 St. Thomas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 587-7115, (888) 587-7115
Description: See & experience all New Orleans has to offer. Learn about history, food, music & jazz, culture architecture, and Katrina recovery. Tours are in small vans to navigate through the French Quarter & Garden District. Tour guides are local with over ten ye
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Destination Management/Hospitality Enterprises
610 S. Peters St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 524-5030
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Dixie International Tours, Inc.
1716 Cleveland Ave., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 522-9422, (877) 615-7998
Description: Our Dixie tour now includes a Katrina component, as we feel it is important to show you the recovery process taking place. We also show you the most beautiful and historic sections of New Orleans, which were mostly unaffected by the storm. Please call to reserve your tour today.
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Flagship Limousine & Tours
1419 Danville St., Kenner, LA 70062 [Map It]
(504) 461-5303, (800) 259-6562
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Friends of the Cabildo
523 St. Ann St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 523-3939
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Good Old Days Tours
1229 St. Thomas St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 523-0804
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Gray Line Tours
2 Canal St., Suite 2500, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 569-1401, (800) 535-7786
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Haunted History Tours
723 St. Peter St. , New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 861-2727, (888) 644-6787
Description: These are the yours you've heard about! As seen on A&E, History Channel, Discovery, Bravo, and recommended by The Travel Channel as "The #1 Tour in New Orleans! - A Must Do!" This is the premier walking tour on French Quarter Haunts and the paranormal. Real hauntings! Real history! And...bring the camera! 90% of our tour participants capture paranormal activity in their photos. Also, see the tomb of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau (the 2nd most visited tomb in the country) in New Orleans oldest burial ground, St. Louis cemetery #1. And...tour the elegant, lavish, and historic antebellum neighborhood on our daily tours of the Garden District. Tours are mildly theatrical, hugely historical, extremely entertaining! Private group tours are also available. School groups are our specialty! Call for complete information on these and other five star tours offered daily and nightly in the French Quarter and the Garden District.
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Historic New Orleans Walking Tours, Inc
2727 Prytania St. Suite 8, New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 947-2120
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Latin A Tours
4703 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, LA 70001 [Map It]
(504) 779-5961
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Le Monde Creole Tour
(504) 568-1801
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Le Tour Shop
638 St. Peter St., New Orleans, LA 70116 [Map It]
(504) 581-6815
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Louisiana Swamp Tours, LLC
9706 Barataria Blvd., Crown Point, LA 70072 [Map It]
(504) 689-3599, (888) 307-9267
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Machu Picchu Travel Services
442 Jackson Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 561-9050
Description: On our tours, you can visit the French Quarter, the Warehouse District, and the Garden District, see the "Cities of the Dead", take a Swamp Tour on a relaxing pontoon boat ride or an adventurous airboat, and be captivated by the historical plantations.
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Magic Walking Tours
327 Belleville St., New Orleans, LA 70114 [Map It]
(504) 588-9693
Description: Founded in 1992, Magic Tours is highly respected for a commitment to historical accuracy and providing a top-notch, unforgettable experience. 
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New Orleans Culinary History Tour
4648 Lafaye St., New Orleans, LA 70122 [Map It]
(504) 427-9595
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New Orleans Spirit Tours
621 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 [Map It]
(504) 314-0806, (866) 369-1224
Description: Daytime Cemetery & Voodoo Tours. Nightly Ghost & Vampire Tours. Group rates and Custom Tours. Visit famous St. Louis Cemetery #1 and a real Voodoo Temple. Explore the Haunted French Quarter. Learn about our unique culture and history. All tours begin a
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Old River Road Plantation Adventure, LLC
1717 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70112 [Map It]
(504) 671-8687, (866) 671-8687
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Roland Through New Orleans
3925 Bellview St., Metairie, LA 70002 [Map It]
(504) 779-6856, (877) 734-4437
Description: Offering personalized group tours. Your group will be charmed by America's most interesting city. Enjoy expert narration by exceptional guides conducting memorable and entertaining tours of historic New Orleans. Motorcoach groups, seniors and students will be fascinated by the world famous French Quarter. Take a comprehensive city tour, stroll through an above ground cemetery, see City Park, Lake Pontchartrain, elegant St. Charles Avenue, the Superdome and more. Learn about Hurricane Katrina's devastation and the city's recovery. Tour magnificent antebellum plantations, enjoy a romantic steamboat cruise or see alligators on a swamp tour. Let the Good Times Roll with a spicy taste of New Orleans nightlife. Hear Dixieland Jazz. Savor delicious Cajun cuisine and learn Cajun dancing. Dine at a fine French Creole restaurant. Let us personalize a great itinerary for your group visit to the Crescent City. Make the most of your time in the Big Easy with tours Roland Through New Orleans.
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Tours by Isabelle
P.O. Box 740972, New Orleans, LA 70174
(504) 391-3544, (888) 223-2093
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VIP City Tours
2314 Iberville St., New Orleans, LA 70119 [Map It]
(504) 329-2489
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