
Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup
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Is Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup worth booking?
Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup is a 4-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $480 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (17)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $480 per person
Discover New Orleans' heritage and the beauty of its period homes during this private historical tour for up to 10 travelers. Ride along the city’s stately streets, passing jewels of architectural styles in the French Qu
What you get
About this experience
Discover New Orleans' heritage and the beauty of its period homes during this private historical tour for up to 10 travelers. Ride along the city’s stately streets, passing jewels of architectural styles in the French Quarter, Bayou St John and Garden District, and enjoy guided walking tours of St Louis Cemetery #3 and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden in City Park. You'll even make a stop for beignets and cafe au lait at the famous Cafe du Monde.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour by air-conditioned 14-passenger van
- Guided walking tour of St Louis Cemetery #3
- Walk around City Park's Sculpture gardens
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
French Quarter
After pickup from your downtown or French Quarter hotel by air-conditioned van, your architecture tour begins in the French Quarter, where you'll learn about the history and design styles of the old Creole city of New Orleans. See the Pontalba Buildings of Jackson Square, admire St Louis Cathedral and enjoy a view of the Mississippi River. Along Esplanade Avenue, you'll pass by the French Market, the old US Mint and some elegant mansions.
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St. Louis Cemetery No. 3
Next, hop off your van and stretch your legs at the historic St Louis Cemetery #3. During a guided walking tour, see some of its many societal tombs, such as the Hellenic Orthodox community and the Dante Lodge of Masons, which represent the varied backgrounds of New Orleans' former residents.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Back on your van, travel along peaceful Bayou St John, where you’ll see houses from the late 1700s. Stop for refreshments and rest rooms after a drive through City Park, home to the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park and centuries-old live oaks. You will then reach the 17th St.Canal and see the flood wall breaches and witness the complete destruction Hurricane Katrina caused to the neighborhood of Lakeview as well as the hopeful rebuilding done with the help of private enterprise as well as the new pumping stations.
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Garden District
On the drive back to your hotel, you’ll pass through Uptown and along St Charles Avenue, where the grand colonial mansions of the Garden District are some of the most beautiful in all the South.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
3 Hour Tour
Duration: 3 hours Pickup included
4 Hour Tour
Duration: 4 hours Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tours by Isabelle
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Service animals are permitted. Please advise at time of booking to arrange accommodations
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 17 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
17 verified traveler reviews for Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Best New Orleans Tour
Our tour operator Anna was fantastic. Not only did she give us a preview on the stops and activities we would be embarking on. She gave us a thorough description of every area we drove through or stopped at. I had researched a lot of other tours and Tours by Isabelle had the most consistent remarks and ratings. We came to New Orleans with a large group and when comparing tours others had taken for various reasons the consensus was we had the best one. Hats off to Isabelle as well as Anna. Great job!
Response from the operator: WOW ! Thank you! You make my day! I will share this with Anna! Please come back to visit us soon... Cordially, Isabelle C.
via Viator
A look at history in Louisiana, plantation’s life and slavery practices.
It was an amazing tour to get to know the history of the plantations, the importance to the economy and heart Breaking slavery practices. Í liked visiting two different plantations, Laura and Whitley, and having in one a guided tour and in another an audio tour. Robert our tour driver and guide was fantastic. Pick up at our hotel was very convenient and at the exact time provided to us. Everything was confirmed by Isabelle the day before. I highly recommend this tour. Maria
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your great review, Ms Maria! I am so happy you enjoyed our driver-guide: Robert. I am forwarding your nice comment to him. We hope you'll come back to visit us soon! Cordially, Isabelle C.
via Tripadvisor
New Orleans tour at its Finest.
We did this excursion first, upon arriving in NOLA, we all agreed the best choice, by far, giving us a lay of the land, spots we would go back to, and visit. Muriel, our guide, was very knowledgeable, providing state and city history, the cemeteries and how they are utilized, architecture, pre- and post-Katrina; we were amazed at the size and the role Lake Pontchartrain played in the hurricane. We hit Cafe Du mode for beignets and a visit! The bus has AC, comfortable, with large viewing windows, comfortable ride. Our guide Muriel's French accent (easy to understand) topped off an amazing outing. Thank you to Isabelle for your top-notch customer service.
via Viator
Best tour of New Orlenes
Highly recommend Tours by Isabelle. I was able to book the tour at short notice by calling the phone number listed on their website and spoke to Isabelle directly who got things rolling right away. We were staying in the French Quarter so hotel pickup and dropoff being included was so convenient for us. John was our tour guide and had so much information to share in addition to giving us insight into how devastating Hurricane Katrina was. We appreciate John and Isabelle for offering us a unique tour experience. Thank you!
via Tripadvisor
Great tour and flexible host
If you are taking a private tour during Mardis gras and staying in a hotel in The box of the parade zone then you will need to closely coordinate times and locations for pick up and drop off and some parts of the tour will have to be customized to avoid the traffic and the road closures.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $480 to $960
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup cost?
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Prices start at $480 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 Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 17 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 Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup?
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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 Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup?
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Around 6 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private New Orleans Historical Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup 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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