NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS!
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Is NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS! worth booking?
NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS! is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $125 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 168 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (168)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $125 per person
TOUR BENEFITS: BORN AND RAISED IN NEW ORLEANS LICENSED NEW ORLEANS TOUR GUIDE 4 AREAS COVERED: FRENCH QUARTER • GARDEN DISTRICT • METAIRIE CEMETERY • CITY PARK NO GHOSTS, ONLY FACTS! OVER 500-5★ REVIEWS VIA: (Airbnb Exp
What you get
About this experience
TOUR BENEFITS: BORN AND RAISED IN NEW ORLEANS LICENSED NEW ORLEANS TOUR GUIDE 4 AREAS COVERED: FRENCH QUARTER • GARDEN DISTRICT • METAIRIE CEMETERY • CITY PARK NO GHOSTS, ONLY FACTS! OVER 500-5★ REVIEWS VIA: (Airbnb Experiences/Google/Viator) PICK UP & DROP OFF AT YOUR DESIRED LOCATION THIS IS A 2 HOUR PRIVATE DRIVING (4 PASSENGER TOYOTA RAV4) CITY TOUR, ONLY YOUR GROUP WILL ATTEND I do recommend one of the first things you do in New Orleans is TAKE A TOUR! This will acclimate you and help you understand New Orleans. My tour is Fact-Based and comprehensive, designed to educate you about the history, culture and people of this unique city. Within a couple of hours with me, you will be armed with valuable information to effectively plan & maximize your stay in this over 300 year old crown jewel I call home, NEW ORLEANS! SEE MY TRIPADVISOR/VIATOR REVIEWS! IF A DAY/TIME SLOT IS NOT AVAILIABLE, CONTACT ME & I WILL TRY TO ACCOMMODATE YOU AT NOLABIG4C0M.
What's included
Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
What you'll see and do
French Quarter
(FRENCH QUARTER - Since 1718) Truman Capote once described New Orleans as, “of all secret cities, the most secretive, the most unlike, in reality, what an outsider is permitted to observe.” New Orleans’ French Quarter may be its most secretive neighborhood. Here, in an area famous for its raucous nightlife and hedonistic abandon, there lives a community in love with the area’s timelessness, its beautiful buildings and handcrafted details. The French Quarter is one of the oldest communities in the U.S. I will take you through the French Quarter and give you a history lesson and show you the historic landmarks like Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral - 1727, The French Market - 1791, Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar - 1772, Royal St., Frenchman St., Centuries Old Restaurants and Multi-Million Dollar Creole Cottages. nolabig4c0m
30 minutes here
Garden District
(GARDEN DISTRICT - Since 1832) The romance blooms as the afternoon is spent exploring memories of New Orleans’ antebellum past, gazing at secluded mansions, wandering down the brick lined sidewalks. Its canopy of oak trees is world-famous, while its characteristic gardens of hibiscuses, crepe myrtles and angel trumpets, make it one of New Orleans' most beautiful neighborhoods. The Garden District has worked its magic. I will share with you te history of the Garden District from the early 1800's. You will see Multi-Million $ Local & Celebrity Antebellum Mansions of Sandra Bullock, John Goodman, Anne Rice, American Horror Story, Cornstalk Fence and Curious Case of Benjamin Button Homes. There is also Lafayette Cemetery since 1833, St. Charles Ave. Streetcar since 1835, Mardi Gras since 1857 & Commander’s Palace Restaurant since 1893. nolabig4c0m
30 minutes here
New Orleans City Park
(CITY PARK - Since 1854) City Park as magical & unique as the city of New Orleans. This 1,300-acre outdoor oasis has enchanted New Orleanians since 1854, making it one of the nation’s oldest urban parks. The crown jewel of City Park is the world’s largest stand of mature southern live oaks, which includes a Grand Oak that dates back over 800 years. These unique trees are known for their distinctive sculptural shape - some of the oldest trees have limbs that are twice as long as the oak is tall. You will also see the Museum of Art, Sculpture Gardens, Big Lake, Botanical Gardens, Children’s Museum, Amusement Park, Story Land, Miniature Golf, Café Du Monde since 1862 and the Cypress Swamp from 1718 that New Orleans was built upon. nolabig4c0m
30 minutes here
(METAIRIE CEMETERY - Since 1872) Named one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the country. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. Oval shape can be traced back to its days as a race track. Became a cemetery after the Civil War in 1872. Final resting place of over 9,000 people. With over 130 Acres and more than 10,000 Above Ground Multi-Million $ Family Tombs of New Orleans most prominent people like, Al Copeland - Founder Popeyes Fried Chicken, Ruth Fertel - Founder Ruth's Chris Steak House, Tom Benson - Owner of the New Orleans Saints, Anne Rice - Vampire Novelist, P.G.T. Beauregard - Civil War General, Kings of Carnival and the Weeping Angel Statue. nolabig4c0m
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
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 4 travelers per booking
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- NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS!
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 168 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
168 verified traveler reviews for NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS!. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful tour of New Orleans
Paul was great he was really knowledgeable and took us on a wonderful tour I really recommend this tour with Paul. I was really impressed. Thank you Paul I recommend this tour 👍
Response from the operator: Mr. Ronald & Ms. Linda, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. So glad y'all enjoyed your stay in New Orleans & my NOLA BIG 4 Tour. Please come back real soon for more BIG EASY Experiences. If there was anything I could have done to make the experience better for you, please let me know. Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler - Let The Good Times Roll • Keep in touch, Paul Angelica • NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR: French Quarter • Garden District • Metairie Cemetery • City Park • nolabig4.com • facebook.com/nolabig4 • instagram.com/nolabig4 • paulsellsnola@gmail.com • 504.259.1444 ♥️⚜️
via Viator
Paul is Great!
Paul was wonderful tour guide! We were able to book a private tour which was great for my child that is autistic. We really enjoyed the personal nature of Paul's presentation and how he was able to accommodate our wishes when we wanted to stop and take pictures. He was very knowledgeable about the areas we visited and even gave us tips on other places to visit. The price was reasonable and we enjoyed the friendliness and pleasant atmosphere Paul created on the tour.
Response from the operator: Ms. Angela, Thank you so much for visiting New Orleans and booking my NOLA BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR. I'm so glad you & your son enjoyed your stay and my NOLA recommendations. Please come back real soon for more BIG EASY Experiences like Halloween. If there was anything I could have done to make the experience better for you, please let me know. Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler - Let The Good Times Roll • Keep in touch, Paul Angelica • NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR: French Quarter • Garden District • Metairie Cemetery • City Park • nolabig4.com • facebook.com/nolabig4 • instagram.com/nolabig4 • paulsellsnola@gmail.com • 504.259.1444 ♥️⚜️
via Tripadvisor
Informative and fun tour
Paul was wonderful to work with. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and very accommodating throughout the experience. One of the biggest perks was being able to keep our luggage with us after the cruise, which saved us so much hassle. He picked us up right at the port and dropped us off at the airport after the tour, making everything seamless and stress free. We learned so much along the way and were able to take in beautiful architecture throughout the city, even in the cemetery. I would highly recommend booking this at the beginning of your visit. It really helps you get your bearings and appreciate everything you’re seeing even more. It will give you an idea of where you want to spend your time in New Orleans. There is so much to do from the French quarters, to the river.
Response from the operator: Ms. Heather & Ms. Cathy, Thank you so much for visiting New Orleans and your wonderful review of my city tour. So glad y'all enjoyed your brief stay and my recommendations. Please come back real soon for more NOLA Experiences like Jazz Fest. If there was anything I could have done to make the experience better for you, please let me know. Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler - Let The Good Times Roll • Keep in touch, Paul Angelica • NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR: French Quarter • Garden District • Metairie Cemetery • City Park • nolabig4.com • facebook.com/nolabig4 • instagram.com/nolabig4 • paulsellsnola@gmail.com • 504.259.1444 ♥️⚜️
via Viator
First time in New Orleans
Paul was an excellent tour guide who took us to some truly beautiful and memorable areas around New Orleans. He was friendly, engaging, and made the entire experience enjoyable from start to finish. I especially appreciated how knowledgeable he was—he shared interesting insights and local details that really brought each stop to life. I highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a great tour experience.
Response from the operator: Mr. Christopher, Thank you so much for visiting New Orleans and booking my NOLA BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR. I'm so glad y'all enjoyed your stay and my NOLA recommendations. Please come back real soon for more NOLA Experiences like French Quarter Fest. If there was anything I could have done to make the experience better for you, please let me know. Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler - Let The Good Times Roll • Keep in touch, Paul Angelica • NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR: French Quarter • Garden District • Metairie Cemetery • City Park • nolabig4.com • facebook.com/nolabig4 • instagram.com/nolabig4 • paulsellsnola@gmail.com • 504.259.1444 ♥️⚜️
via Viator
Must do in NOLA
Paul Angelica didn’t just tell us about New Orleans—he taught us. Early on, he said the most important point he would make all morning was this: the French and Spanish ruled the area for a combined total of 85 years (1718–1803). As the tour unfolded, that statement came to life in everything around us—the homes, the cemeteries, the culture, and the layers of history woven into each street. Paul doesn’t just carry knowledge about the city; he shares a genuine, deep love for it that makes the experience feel personal and unforgettable. As the scent of jasmine drifted through the morning air, we rode along the Garden District’s quiet, oak-lined streets. Paul guided us at an easy pace, sharing stories of the neighborhood’s rich history and pointing out the distinctive architectural details that make each home feel singular and alive with character. Paul made a statement during the tour that once New Orleans gets into you, it never really leaves—and he’s absolutely right. I was already planning my next trip before we even checked out of the hotel. I’ll be back, NOLA… and when I return, I’ll make sure Paul is my tour guide again.
Response from the operator: Ms. Bella, WOW, I am at a loss for words. I can’t thank you & your daughter enough for that Amazing review. And, thank you for visiting New Orleans and allowing me to show y'all around the city. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay and come back real soon, there is plenty more to see & do. If there was anything I could have done to make the experience better for you, please let me know. Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler - Let The Good Times Roll • Cheers, Paul Angelica • NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR: French Quarter • Garden District • Metairie Cemetery • City Park • nolabig4.com • facebook.com/nolabig4 • instagram.com/nolabig4 • paulsellsnola@gmail.com • 504.259.1444 ♥️⚜️
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
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 59
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS!: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS! cost?
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Prices start at $125 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 NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS! 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 NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS! worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 168 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 NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS!?
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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 NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS! 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 NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS!?
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Around 59 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 NOLA's BIG 4 PRIVATE CITY TOUR - NO GHOST, ONLY FACTS! 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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