15 French Quarter Tours in New Orleans That Are Worth the Ticket

1.New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,118 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $75Our pick

Taste gumbo, po-boys, jambalaya, pralines, and more while exploring New Orleans’ French Quarter with a lively local guide.

“Lauren was amazing… a former chef who linked so much rich history and culture with each and every food stop that he had clearly arranged with great care and intent; we moved seamlessly from one venue to another. … the food and drink was immediately served and incredibly delicious. Lauren is a gem that left a permanent warm spot in my heart. Thank you for such a memorable experience!!”

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2.New Orleans French Quarter, Voodoo and Culture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,961 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27

Explore New Orleans voodoo, architecture, Congo Square, and French Quarter stories on a two-hour guided walk for $27.99.

“Jimmy was great! We felt like we had all the insider info. We really enjoyed having a small group too”

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3.French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,724 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Explore Jackson Square, Royal Street, St. Louis Cathedral, and New Orleans stories on this small-group French Quarter walk.

“Renee was awesome and very knowledgeable. The backstory was educational. She did an awesome job! Don’t regret it.”

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4.Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,406 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $21Best value

Explore haunted French Quarter streets, hear Madame LaLaurie’s grim tale, and meet New Orleans vampire lore on a lively two-hour night walk.

“Such a fun tour with Breon - he was funny and knowledgeable. His stories were exactly what we were looking for on this tour! Loved hearing the history as we walked around the French Quarter.”

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5.New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,209 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $40

Review of New Orleans City Tour covering the French Quarter, Garden District, cemetery, City Park, Frenchmen Street, and hotel pickup.

“A really great time was had by all. Fun and informative! Our guide was entertaining and knowledgeable!!”

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6.Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,853 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108

Taste Charleston classics, hear local stories, and compare French Quarter and Upper King brunch food tours in a three-hour walk.

“We had the absolute best time! The tour was so well organized, restaurants were delicious, and tour guide was so knowledgeable! It was definitely one of our trip highlights!”

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7.French Quarter Walking and Storytelling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,251 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Explore New Orleans’ French Quarter with a small-group guide, historic landmarks, local stories, and practical tips for a memorable two-hour walk.

“Lesley was a great guide who has been patient and very knowledgeful. I wouldn’t ask for anyone else . Thanks and we had a great time”

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8.New Orleans French Quarter Food Tour: Cajun, Creole and Culture

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,246 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $81

Taste gumbo, beignets, po’boys and more while exploring New Orleans history on a relaxed, small-group French Quarter food walk.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Chip. We sampled alligator, red beans & rice, gumbo, shrimp po boy, and pralines.”

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9.New Orleans French Quarter and More Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,141 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $65

Review of New Orleans’ French Quarter carriage ride, with landmarks, local stories, value, comfort tips, and practical booking advice.

“great and enjoyable tour, guide was very informative and helpful, we all learned important facts of new orleans and we had an awesome time!”

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10.French Quarter walking Food Tour Famous Flavors of New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,115 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $75

Taste po-boys, muffuletta, gumbo, pralines, and Creole classics while exploring French Quarter history on this three-hour food walk.

“The guide was fine however this was billed as a “Food Tour” …”Eat your way through New Orleans”. That it was not. We stopped 4 times in 3 hours and the foods. No seafood options. Beef Po Boy? We were constantly stopped in front of places and told “we are not going to eat here but you can come back and get a 10% discount with your wristband”. Recommend you find another provider or go out on your own. A lot of walking with a very poor food sampling experience.”

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11.French Quarter Ghost Tour with Interior Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,024 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Review of New Orleans French Quarter Ghost Tour with private haunted-building access, LaLaurie Mansion, historic stops, pricing, and practical tips.

“DJ's knowledge was amazing. We love history and so having a guide who knows so many facts and had a great sense of humor was a huge plus! Very fun tour!”

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12.French Quarter, Voodoo and Cultural Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 972 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Explore New Orleans French Quarter, Voodoo, Marie Laveau, Treme, and Jackson Square on a lively two-hour walking tour for $29.

“Very informative. I learned so much. William was so knowledgeable and answered all my questions Without a doubt, the best way to tour the French Quarter.Dont let the skull put you off. Voodoo culture is fascinating and Marie Laveau was quite a gal”

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13.French Quarter Walking Tour With Comp 1850 House Museum Admission

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 781 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Review of New Orleans’ French Quarter walking tour, with a small group, local guides, 1850 House admission, price, tips, and drawbacks.

“My tour guide was so knowledgeable! In addition to knowing the city and all the typical tourist questions, his restaurant recommendations were spot on.”

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14.French Quarter Food History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 713 reviews · 3 hours · from $85

Taste gumbo, po-boys, muffuletta, pralines, and more while exploring New Orleans food history on a three-hour French Quarter walk.

“Gary was very knowledgeable about the history of the area and told great stories that connected the food and people to the traditions and culture of Nola. Very enjoyable experience.”

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15.French Quarter Sightseeing Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 644 reviews · 1 hour · from $65

Review of New Orleans’ $65 French Quarter mule carriage ride, with route details, guide quality, value, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“This was a wonderful learning experience, and the ride was nice.”

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