
Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French)
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Is Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French) worth booking?
Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French) is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $20 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 79 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (79)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $20 per person
We invite you to spend some time in the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans. As you walk the streets of the Vieux Carré, you will learn the stories of Louisiana's Creoles. Louisiana is unique among regions of the United S
What you get
About this experience
We invite you to spend some time in the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans. As you walk the streets of the Vieux Carré, you will learn the stories of Louisiana's Creoles. Louisiana is unique among regions of the United States. The fascinating stories of notable Creoles (West Africans, Native Americans and Europeans) will shed light on the development of the culture that sets us apart from the rest of the American South. Louisiana is part of the southern United States, but culturally it is the northernmost region of the Caribbean. This tour is an exploration of Louisiana Creole, an exploration of the culture that gave birth to jazz and zydeco, gumbo and jambalaya. (This tour also includes a visit to a courtyard of a 19th century house.)
What's included
Included
- The entrance fee to the courtyard of the Maison Hermann-Grima.
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Jackson Square
You will learn the history of Place Jackson, center of Old Square.
5 minutes here
St. Louis Cathedral
You will learn the history of St. Louis Cathedral, the most important church in New Orleans.
5 minutes here
Louis Armstrong Park
You will learn the history and cultural significance of Congo Square.
10 minutes here
Hermann-Grima House
You will visit the courtyard of the Hermann-Grima House, typical of the nineteenth century.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
The guide will wait for you instead of Henriette Delille (at the corner of Royale and Orleans streets just behind the Saint-Louis cathedral)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This tour ends at the Hermann-Grima House at 820 St. Louis St., New Orleans, Louisiana 70112.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tours By Marguerite
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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 79 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
79 verified traveler reviews for Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Tour of the Old French Quarter
We had a very nice tour of the old French Quarter with our guide Lawson. He knew how to share the big and small stories of this neighborhood and its inhabitants with a lot of scholarship and an enlightened look. Thank you for this visit which we highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
The soul of New Orleans
Lawson is a warm storyteller. He will show you around the city under the sign of creolity and tell you the anecdotes to discover its city and territory. We had the chance this April to benefit from two “private” visits that marked us a lot. Lawson was able to adapt to children (7 and 9) and interest them. He has adapted to our rhythm. We leave delighted with our stay thanks to Lawson! We won’t forget it, it’s now part of our New Orleans.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Super tour
The tour of the French Quarter and its history was super well told, we were able to learn more about the origins of New Orleans.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Off the beaten track
Great tour of the Creole neighborhood with Lawson. Lawson does not summarize the past between good and evil, he brings all the complexity of human relations in a context of extreme violence but also cultural porosity between people. It gives very useful keys to understanding also in our contemporary era!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
FAVOURITE!
Nice meeting. If there is a visit to New Orleans, it is this one, with Lawson! Everything is there: historical details, acute knowledge of the neighborhood from the 17th century to the present day but without ever crashing under the news, humor, elegance, a nice listening to questions, and a real sensitivity. It's simple it was a journey in the journey. I absolutely recommend.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $20 to $35
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 28
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 79
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French) cost?
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Prices start at $20 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 Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French) take?
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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 Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 79 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 Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French)?
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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 Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French) suitable for kids and families?
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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 Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French)?
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Around 28 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?
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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 Louisiana of the Creoles: Visit to the French Quarter (French) start and how do I get there?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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