New Orleans Trip Overview
Get an understanding of New Orleans’ Heritage and History on this half day tour.
Explore two very different neighborhoods: the French Quarter, for a short introduction to the ”Crown Jewel” of New Orleans, and Algiers, a historic district not usually part of the main tourist path, with its ornate Victorian architecture, jazz music and storied history.
End your tour at a local spot where you’ll feel like you’ve always belonged in this city, and mingle with the locals.
The tour supports and provides exposure for local businesses and local nonprofits. Your guide will highlight and stop at different shops and stores with deep community roots.
We donate 1% of the sales of this tour to a local non-profit working for the well-being of their community.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Starts: New Orleans, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
Explore New Orleans Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Get an understanding of New Orleans’ Heritage and History on this half day tour.
Explore two very different neighborhoods: the French Quarter, for a short introduction to the ”Crown Jewel” of New Orleans, and Algiers, a historic district not usually part of the main tourist path, with its ornate Victorian architecture, jazz music and storied history.
End your tour at a local spot where you’ll feel like you’ve always belonged in this city, and mingle with the locals.
The tour supports and provides exposure for local businesses and local nonprofits. Your guide will highlight and stop at different shops and stores with deep community roots.
We donate 1% of the sales of this tour to a local non-profit working for the well-being of their community.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: French Quarter, French Quarter, New Orleans, Louisiana
Start your afternoon with an introduction to the French Quarter, the oldest neighborhood in the city of New Orleans. From busy streets to museums, this area is very much the entertainment center of the city.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mississippi River, United States
Take a walk along the river and embark on the ferry across the Mississippi River to get to the next part of your tour.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Algiers, Algiers, New Orleans, Louisiana
Located on the Westbank – or the “Bestbank,” according to those who live here – of the city, Algiers is the second oldest neighborhood of New Orleans and was once a plantation. You will dive into its history and experience the village feel that its inhabitants love.
End your tour at a local spot recommended by your guide and if you like, enjoy a simple dinner at a food truck, and a drink at a local dive bar (dinner and drinks not included).
Duration: 3 hours
