New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour
by NOLA Tours
Choose from 1 available option
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$80Overview
The tour begins with a walk through the French Quarter where the guide introduces the history of New Orleans. Over about two hours, the group moves on foot to explore a variety of architectural styles found throughout the neighborhood. The guide focuses on French and Spanish influences and explains the background of the 18th and 19th century architects and families who shaped the area. Along the way, the tour visits several key buildings including the Ursuline Convent and Madame John's Legacy, examples of Creole Colonial architecture, as well as the Louisiana Supreme Court building from the 20th century. Stops include Jackson Square, where the guide discusses the Cathedral, Cabildo, Presbytere, and Pontalba Buildings. The group also spends time at St. Louis Cathedral, the Cabildo, and the Presbytere, learning about each structure’s history and style. The walk continues down Chartres Street, highlighting buildings spanning from the Spanish Era to the American Period. The final part of the tour is on Royal Street, known for its shops and restaurants, where guests learn to identify different building types. Groups are limited to 14 people to maintain a personal experience. The tour includes a licensed local guide but does not cover transportation or hotel pickup.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
French Quarter
The guide begins with an introduction to the history of New Orleans as the group gathers in the French Quarter.
5 min
Jackson Square
The guide discusses the main buildings around Jackson Square, including the Cathedral, the Cabildo, and the Presbytere, along with the history of the Pontalba Buildings.
10 min
St. Louis Cathedral
The guide explains the history of St. Louis Cathedral, tracing its development from a wooden parish church to the current structure.
5 min
The Cabildo
The guide covers the historical significance, era, and architectural style of the Cabildo building.
5 min
The Presbytere
The guide shares information about the history of the Presbytere and its current use.
5 min
Chartres Street
The tour continues along Chartres Street, where buildings reflect the transition from the Spanish Era to the American Period.
20 min
Royal Street
The group walks down Royal Street, known for its shops and restaurants, while learning how to identify different building types and architectural features.
25 min
Meeting point
Centrally located meeting point, just off of Jackson Square. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside the 1850 House Museum. Your guide will be holding a sign that says, "New Orleans Architecture Tours".
End point
Centrally located meeting point, just off of Jackson Square. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside the 1850 House Museum. Your guide will be holding a sign that says, "New Orleans Architecture Tours".
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour
by NOLA Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$80Overview
The tour begins with a walk through the French Quarter where the guide introduces the history of New Orleans. Over about two hours, the group moves on foot to explore a variety of architectural styles found throughout the neighborhood. The guide focuses on French and Spanish influences and explains the background of the 18th and 19th century architects and families who shaped the area. Along the way, the tour visits several key buildings including the Ursuline Convent and Madame John's Legacy, examples of Creole Colonial architecture, as well as the Louisiana Supreme Court building from the 20th century. Stops include Jackson Square, where the guide discusses the Cathedral, Cabildo, Presbytere, and Pontalba Buildings. The group also spends time at St. Louis Cathedral, the Cabildo, and the Presbytere, learning about each structure’s history and style. The walk continues down Chartres Street, highlighting buildings spanning from the Spanish Era to the American Period. The final part of the tour is on Royal Street, known for its shops and restaurants, where guests learn to identify different building types. Groups are limited to 14 people to maintain a personal experience. The tour includes a licensed local guide but does not cover transportation or hotel pickup.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
French Quarter
The guide begins with an introduction to the history of New Orleans as the group gathers in the French Quarter.
5 min
Jackson Square
The guide discusses the main buildings around Jackson Square, including the Cathedral, the Cabildo, and the Presbytere, along with the history of the Pontalba Buildings.
10 min
St. Louis Cathedral
The guide explains the history of St. Louis Cathedral, tracing its development from a wooden parish church to the current structure.
5 min
The Cabildo
The guide covers the historical significance, era, and architectural style of the Cabildo building.
5 min
The Presbytere
The guide shares information about the history of the Presbytere and its current use.
5 min
Chartres Street
The tour continues along Chartres Street, where buildings reflect the transition from the Spanish Era to the American Period.
20 min
Royal Street
The group walks down Royal Street, known for its shops and restaurants, while learning how to identify different building types and architectural features.
25 min
Meeting point
Centrally located meeting point, just off of Jackson Square. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside the 1850 House Museum. Your guide will be holding a sign that says, "New Orleans Architecture Tours".
End point
Centrally located meeting point, just off of Jackson Square. Tour departs from the sidewalk outside the 1850 House Museum. Your guide will be holding a sign that says, "New Orleans Architecture Tours".
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.