
New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 1,703 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour worth booking?
New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour is a 3-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $85 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 1,703 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (1,703)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $85 per person
This New Orleans food tour has every culinary taste covered. With a history-savvy guide leading the way, you’ll walk from classic Creole restaurants and neighborhood sandwich shops to hot sauce bars and artisanal candy stores. Visit up to five locations to sample diverse foods representing the breadth of Louisiana’s culinary heritage, including dishes like seafood gumbo, po-boys, muffulettas and pralines. Vegetarian options available too! Learn about the historical origins of each cuisine and, when possible, hear the chefs discuss their influences. Enjoy plenty of food on this afternoon tour. Please note: all venues are subject to change based on availability. This tour features a set menu (plus Vegetarian option), but does not have a gluten-free, dairy-free or Vegan option. However, please notify us of any food allergies (not aversions) during check-out.
What you get
About this experience
This New Orleans food tour has every culinary taste covered. With a history-savvy guide leading the way, you’ll walk from classic Creole restaurants and neighborhood sandwich shops to hot sauce bars and artisanal candy stores. Visit up to five locations to sample diverse foods representing the breadth of Louisiana’s culinary heritage, including dishes like seafood gumbo, po-boys, muffulettas and pralines. Vegetarian options available too! Learn about the historical origins of each cuisine and, when possible, hear the chefs discuss their influences. Enjoy plenty of food on this afternoon tour. Please note: all venues are subject to change based on availability. This tour features a set menu (plus Vegetarian option), but does not have a gluten-free, dairy-free or Vegan option. However, please notify us of any food allergies (not aversions) during check-out.
What's included
Included
- Gratuities for servers at establishments
- Lunch
Not included
- Beverages other than water
- Gratuity for guide (optional)
- This tour does not have a gluten-free, dairy-free, or Vegan option. Vegetarian Option IS available.
- Please notify us of any food allergies (NOT aversions) during check-out.
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
Please enter 3rd Block Depot at 316 Chartres St and check-in at the host/hostess stand.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Doctor Gumbo 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian Option available (request at check-out)
- We do not offer a gluten-free, dairy-free or Vegan option
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- There is no charge for infants in strollers
- All venues subject to change based on availability
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility/walking issues
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,695 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
10 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
1,695 verified traveler reviews for New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great tour!
Excellent tour! Our guide was so knowledgeable - not just about the history of New Orleans, but also the history of the cuisine, different ingredients and preparations used throughout time and by different cooks, and how the foods became part of New Orleans history. Great day!
via Viator
Fantastic Food Tour of NOLA
Doctor Gumbo (aka Dillon) was an amazing guide - lots of interesting history of NOLA and its people and how they influenced the food of the region. One of the best we have even done : 5⭐️
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Food tour is worth the money because history of Spanish, French and Ireland people is foundational behind the food of New Orleans and the great food experience.
via Viator
This is the tour to take!!!
Don't eat anything before you go... there is so much to eat during this tour, we didn't eat dinner that night. Dylan aka dr. Gumbo was amazing!!! Hands down, the BEST guide. He spoke clearly and confidently with lots of enthusiasm. What a nice man. You can tell he loves this city and the history that goes with it.
via Viator
Fun time in New Orleans
come hungry. it was an awesome experience. Your learn about the history of the different cuisines here.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 596
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Doctor Gumbo Tours, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 81.0.
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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $85 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 New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 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 New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 1,703 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in New Orleans, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour?
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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 New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour?
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Around 596 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour 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 Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour, New Orleans Garden District History Walking 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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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.
What is included in New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour?
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Included: Gratuities for servers at establishments; and Lunch. Not included: Beverages other than water; Gratuity for guide (optional); This tour does not have a gluten-free, dairy-free, or Vegan option. Vegetarian Option IS a; and Please notify us of any food allergies (NOT aversions) during check-out. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour?
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Please enter 3rd Block Depot at 316 Chartres St and check-in at the host/hostess stand. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and There is no charge for infants in strollers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour?
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Across 1,703 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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