New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide in New Orleans
New Orleans, United States

New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide

Outty Ranking 53 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $147

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Is New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide worth booking?

New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide is a 3-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $147 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
3 hours
From
$147 per person

Discover the Romance and Flavors of New Orleans on a Food and History Tour with a Local Guide. Home to historic mansions, hauntingly beautiful cemeteries and giant oak trees, this district is the romance of New Orleans.

What you get

    About this experience

    Discover the Romance and Flavors of New Orleans on a Food and History Tour with a Local Guide. Home to historic mansions, hauntingly beautiful cemeteries and giant oak trees, this district is the romance of New Orleans. Close to the St. Charles streetcar, you'll meet your host Michelle at Lafayette Cemetery and discuss the history with her. Then it's on to the food at the next 3 stops! Enjoy a favorite neighborhood eatery for a taste of the Italian and Creole roots of the city. Next stop, Dat Dog for sausages like alligator, crawfish and duck (with vegetarian and vegan options available!). You'll finish with a Creole dessert: learn the history of chicory over cafe au lait and delicious filled beignets! • Enjoy a favorite neighborhood eatery for a taste of Italian and Creole roots • See the above-ground tombs New Orleans is known for and learn the city's unique traditions! • More traditional pork and vegetarian/vegan options available • Hosted by a New Orleans native guide

    What's included

    Included

    • Cocktails, tax & tip are all included
    • Learn about New Orleans from a native
    • 3 food stops that highlight Cajun and Creole flavors

    What you'll see and do

    1. Garden District

      Indulge in delectable Creole and Cajun cuisine paired with tasty libations while visiting 3 locally-owned restaurants, walking the cemetery and learning about the neighborhood in this amazing, historical city.

      60 minutes here

    2. Robinson House

      Indulge in delectable Creole and Cajun cuisine paired with tasty libations while visiting 3 locally-owned restaurants, walking the cemetery and learning about the neighborhood in this amazing, historical city.

      30 minutes here

    3. Indulge in delectable Creole and Cajun cuisine paired with tasty libations while visiting 3 locally-owned restaurants, walking the cemetery and learning about the neighborhood in this amazing, historical city.

      60 minutes here

    4. Lafayette Cemetery No.1

      Indulge in delectable Creole and Cajun cuisine paired with tasty libations while visiting 3 locally-owned restaurants, walking the cemetery and learning about the neighborhood in this amazing, historical city.

      30 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New Orleans

    Meet at the corner of Washington Ave & Coliseum St. across from Commander's Palace & outside the cemetery wall.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Meet at the corner of Washington Ave & Coliseum St. across from Commander's Palace & outside the cemetery wall.

    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 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    eatwith

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Guests need to communicate if they have any food restrictions (allergy, special diet, etc.)

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Small groups

    1 mention

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Julia_R · June 2025

    Excellent local guide!

    Best local tour guide I’ve ever had in New Orleans! We come back for a week every summer, and do a lot of local tours. This was one of the best hands down!

    via Viator

    Deborah_P · March 2025

    Garden food walk

    Small group which was nice. Your cost includes the cost of food and drinks. Your guide very informative.

    via Viator

    altimate66 · February 2025

    Great food tour

    Michelle had a good knowledge of the history of the city. The 3 food stops were very good and places where the locals go. Everything was included in the price of the tour which was very convenient.

    via Viator

    genek277 · March 2022

    Excellent Tour

    An excellent food tour. We have done many food tours in various cities and this was among the best. Michelle is a wonderful guide. It is obvious that she knows the area , lives it as a resident, and knows the business people in the area. Enjoyed every place we stopped and the New Orleans history that she imparted. Highly recommend this tour.

    Response from the operator: Hi dear customer, Thanks for your great review! We’re delighted to hear that you loved your Eatwith experience with Michelle - we know they feel the same way! Happy travels, we look forward to hearing about your next Eatwith!

    via Tripadvisor

    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
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)82
    Review evidence (18% weight)19
    Booking momentum (14% weight)9
    Value for money (12% weight)20
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)56
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.

    How much does New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide cost?

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    Prices start at $147 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 Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide 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 Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 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 Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide?

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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 Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide 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 Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide?

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    Around 1 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 Garden District Food and History Tour with Guide 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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    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.

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