Excursions & day trips
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 Hours
Do this because
Delve into New Orleans' jazz roots and Mardi Gras magic
Walk alongside the Mississippi River
Find out how fires made this city what it is today
Stroll Bourbon Street's vibrant nightlife and music scene
Stop for beignets at the world-famous Café Du Monde
What to expect
Your tour begins alongside the Mississippi River. From there, you'll stroll along the riverfront to Washington Artillery Park for great views of the city's beautiful Jackson Square. Then you'll stop by the world-famous Cafe du Monde French Market and hear some fascinating history of this must-see hotspot.As you wander deeper into the French Quarter, the vibrant sounds of jazz invite you to the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park. Here, uncover the city's unrivaled musical history, from the birth of jazz to its evolution into a global phenomenon. Next, stop at the birthplace of Danny Barker and revisit the journey of this legendary banjoist and guitarist.Then continue to the BK Historic House and Gardens, the site of a dramatic (and violent) true story of mafiosos and one stubborn local businessman. As you approach the LaLaurie Mansion on Royal Street, you'll discover the spine-chilling true history behind this landmark, which inspired a season of American Horror Story!Making your way to Bourbon Street, you'll experience the pulse of New Orleans. The bustling street, filled with bars, clubs, and eateries, is the city's beating heart, and there's never a dull moment to be found here!As you walk, you'll also get acquainted with the difference between Cajun and Creole, the origins of Mardis Gras, and so much more. Then you'll pay a visit to Louis Armstrong Park and learn about this jazz legend, his early years, and his everlasting impact on music.
What's included
Audio-guided tour
Downloadable APP
Digital guidebook
What's not included
Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Transportation
What to remember
Know in advance:
This is a self-guided tour available through an app; no guide will accompany you and transport is not provided. The app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map, all in one
After booking, you'll receive an email from the activity provider with instructions for setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualise what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
Buy once, use for a year! The tour can be used repeatedly for 12 months from the date of purchase. Ideal for extended visits and return trips
The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
Works perfectly without Wi-Fi/data with offline maps
Provider
ACTION TOUR GUIDE
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
P401 Premium Parking Lot, 500 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA, USA
Meeting point:
The tour begins outside the parking lot at 500 Decatur St. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.