
Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 10 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour worth booking?
Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $37 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (10)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $37 per person
Discover the charming Carrollton neighborhood where history and architecture intersect with the St. Charles Streetcar Line and the mighty Mississippi River. This former resort destination has evolved over 200 years into
What you get
About this experience
Discover the charming Carrollton neighborhood where history and architecture intersect with the St. Charles Streetcar Line and the mighty Mississippi River. This former resort destination has evolved over 200 years into a community rich with culture and colorful characters galore. Tales of lumber and brick yards, butchers, riverboat captains and dairies are woven together to complete a dynamic picture of this vibrant neighborhood. Emily Manger, @TheCarrolltonian, will define its architectural styles, introduce historic figures, and highlight captivating moments in time. Stories span from the cradle of Carrollton to modern times spotlighting luminaries that shaped New Orleans at large.
What's included
Included
- 2-hour walking tour of the Carollton neighborhood
- Licensed Guide
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Tucked near this venerable dining establishment is the cradle of Carrollton. Your guide will introduce you to tiny Fischer Park as well as a Memorial trough - you read that right.
60 minutes here
This one time resort destination holds many layers of stories including those involving railways and lumberyard. Discover the most architecturally diverse neighborhood in New Orleans, a city known for many architectural riches. Numerous elements and styles will be explained. Learn about the relationship between the Civil War and the Black Pearl neighborhood. Visit a house that bananas built. Explore the history of brickyards, dairies and butchers near this captivating bend in the Mississippi River. Vestiges of the World's Fair on display and homes of heroic Riverboat Captains will be shared
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
La Madeline is a quaint French Café serving rustic country fare, espresso and fresh baked baguettes.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This location is central to a number of shopping and dining options in the neighborhood. Oak Street is nearby and the streetcar rolls by.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Two Chicks Walking Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos






What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Exceeded all expectations!
If you want your historical walking tour to be interesting, colorful, passionate, and funny, then this one is for you. Emily, our guide, was full of facts and figures, but also tied the connections together about how the neighborhood developed and how the community members navigated different times and challenges. Her passion to understand more and more is inspiring.
Response from the operator: Carrollton tour for the win. We're so delighted to know that the walking tour of the Carrollton neighborhood exceeded all your expectations. As someone who once lived in the neighborhood and explored the area with Emily, I can tell you I was blown away as well. The depth of knowledge that is shared and how that information is communicated is riveting.
via Tripadvisor
Such a great tour!
I did a walking tour of Carrollton with Emily and was blown away by her knowledge of the area. As someone who grew up in and still lives in the neighborhood, I was absolutely fascinated with the facts and stories Emily shared. I've not stopped talking about this tour since I took it. I hope one day there's a Part 2 that explores the history of Carrollton on the lake side of Oak St. Thank you for a wonderful morning exploring the neighborhood, Emily!
Response from the operator: Emily IS such a delightful guide and passionate New Orleanian, we're with you 100% on that. Thank you for the great review and wonderful details about the Carrollton tour, which is a fairly unique offering. We do our best everyday to showcase the classic and uncommon aspects of the city.
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
If you’re looking to explore a side of New Orleans beyond the usual tourist spots, this walking tour of the Carrollton neighborhood is a must—and Emily is the guide who makes it truly unforgettable. From the start, Emily impressed us with her deep knowledge and passion for the area. She blended history, architecture, and personal stories in a way that made the neighborhood come alive. Each stop—from historic homes to the charming streetcar line—felt meaningful, thanks to her storytelling.
via Tripadvisor
Which had more character, the neighborhood or the guide?
What a fun experience in The Big Easy! Away from the crowds and seediness of the French Quarter is an architectural dream neighborhood, and a very charismatic lady to tell you all about it. Our guide, Emily, was fun, knowledgeable, and had an obvious love for the area. She showed us different styles of homes and told beautiful stories of the people who inhabited them and the influence they had on the community. From Germans, Cajuns, and the free and enslaved people of color, Emily brought their history and homes to life. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to know more about the last neighborhood to join New Orleans proper, or just wants to hang out with an interesting and intelligent Carrolltonian! Leslie C.
via Tripadvisor
An historical walk through Carrollton
It was a great experience. Emily has a wealth of knowledge on the Carrollton area - her stories were humorous as well as factual. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour cost?
+
Prices start at $37 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New Orleans usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour take?
+
Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New Orleans is not rushed.
Is Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New Orleans, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour?
+
Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour?
+
Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New Orleans can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New Orleans and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New Orleans within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New Orleans?
+
New Orleans runs on licensed guides, and it shows: the city requires certification for tour guides, so the floor is higher here than most US cities. Ghost and cemetery walks, French Quarter food crawls, plantation history day trips and swamp boat runs make up the bulk. We rank on whether the operator handles cemetery access properly, since St. Louis No. 1 needs an authorised guide. On Outty we rank every New Orleans experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with Transportation, New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure, New Orleans Self-Transport Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New Orleans?
+
February to May and October to November. August is heat and storm season. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New Orleans?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Historic Carrollton Neighborhood Walking Tour.
Pick your date






