
Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans
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Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans worth booking?
Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans is a 1-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $9 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (13)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $9 per person
On our smart phone navigated tour of New Orleans, you will explore the French Quarter and discover its secrets. A few of the site’s you’ll see include Dutch Alley, Café Du Monde, Jackson Square, Pirates Alley, the olde
What you get
About this experience
On our smart phone navigated tour of New Orleans, you will explore the French Quarter and discover its secrets. A few of the site’s you’ll see include Dutch Alley, Café Du Monde, Jackson Square, Pirates Alley, the oldest Jazz Club in the big easy, the oldest bar, the creator of the Muffuletta, the French Market and I’ll even share with you the underground location of a Vampire Speakeasy.
What's included
Included
- Go at your own pace and schedudle
- Explore the French Quarter and see it's most historic and fun spots
- Tour on our Walking Tour app in New Orleans
- After taking the on location tour, listen to the tour anytime later
- The tour never expires, go anytime and as many times as you like
Not included
- No food, no entrance tickets, no drinks, and no human guide this is an app tour
What you'll see and do
Joan of Arc Statue
The tour starts here and you'll learn why Joanie on her Pony, as locals call her, the French hero, is in NOLA.
5 minutes here
You'll explore dutch alley, see the artist shops, see the window into the past and learn the history of the French Market.
10 minutes here
This place can not be missed when visiting New Orleans!! A must try are the Beignets, a food that originated from Nova Scotia. Learn more on our tour!
5 minutes here
Washington Artillery Park
The canon in front of you was used by the first battalion in the civil war. Just past the canon is the mighty Mississippi River. You'll get a great view and hear how this cannon got here.
5 minutes here
The alley said to be the site where they pirates where once held. Discover the story of how this alley changed the history of the USA
5 minutes here
You'll stop by the Arsenal and hear it's story, and you'll see a local Picasso painting on display.
Pass by without stopping
Pat O'Brien's
the Huricane! Learn the story of how the famous drink came to be, and drink one if you are of age :)
5 minutes here
Voodoo legends, it's time to explore the other side.
5 minutes here
Fritzel's European Jazz Bar
The oldest jazz bar in NOLA, and it's said to also have a secret vampire speakeasy. Learn how to enter.
5 minutes here
Marie Laveau House of Voodoo
It's voodoo time! learn the story of the voodoo queen and check out one of the coolest shops ever.
5 minutes here
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
One of the oldest and coolest bars, this is said to be the spot the pirates once hung. Learn about it's history.
5 minutes here
The inventors of the Muffuletta, a NOLA tradition.
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
The Tour starts at the Joan of Arc Statue, also known by locals as Joanie on her Pony. Standing in front of the statue, press start tour, and put your phone away. Our Walking tour technology will guide you from there.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends at the inventors of the famous New Orleans sandwich the Muffuletta. Grab a sandwich, and enjoy the day!
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
- WalknTours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Good
Tour gave some good things to look at and had a lot of stops. App was fairly easy to install and use and infomation was detailed.
via Tripadvisor
Solo but great experience
Loved the fact that I didn’t have to hold my phone unless I wanted to pause it. It tracked it super accurately and played automatically
via Viator
It was short and could have been more detailed
It was ok. I think it would have been better if it covered more information on New Orleans history. Very short. I wanted to know more about the French Quarter and not just about legends and inhabitants.
via Tripadvisor
Self guided tour of the french quarter
This is a great way to see areas. You can start and stop the audio. Very informative, and up to date.
via Viator
Great walking tour for the money. A few outdated items
This walking tour was well worth the money. It was very informative and introduced us well to the various parts of the French Quarter so we could go back later and see some of the things it highlighted that we definitely would have missed otherwise. It could definitely be updated, however. There are some establishments that have moved since the tour, and some of the directions around royal street were confusing, but it's pretty easy to troubleshoot and figure out where you're supposed to go next.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 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
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans cost?
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Prices start at $9 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 Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 13 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 Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans?
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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 Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans?
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Around 5 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Self-Guided Walking Tour French Quarter In New Orleans 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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