Private Guided Walking Tour of Bourbon Street

Uncover the hidden gems of Bourbon Street on this private walking tour. You'll have up to two hours to explore with your own guide as you delve into a rich history, starting with French royalty all the way up until Benjamin Franklin. In between, learn about local favorites like chicory coffee and Louisiana’s official state doughnut as you make your journey along the historic street. Each step reveals another spectacular chapter from New Orleans' past and present.

Learn the diversity and history of Bourbon Street
Tour starts at Canal street and ends at America’s oldest bar
Enjoy tasty oyster meals at the two famous oyster restaurants around
Stop for photos and storytime at the Jackson Square

What To Expect

Bourbon Street

Enjoy a fully guided tour walking down the country’s most famous or infamous street. Hear stories of the street’s origin from the 18th century, mobsters, burlesque dancers, Mardi Gras, and corruption.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Felix’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar

Visit the 2 most famous oyster restaurants in the city that are right across from one another! Learn how to shuck an oyster the proper “NOLA” way.
• Admission Ticket Free

Galatoire’s

Learn about one of the oldest and most famous establishments NOLA has to offer and hear stories from the “line sitters” that are paid to sit and hold people’s spots for a Galatoire’s lunch!
• Admission Ticket Free

Big Easy Daiquiris

Learn the origins of Hemmingway’s favorite Cuban cocktail and how it ties into New Orleans history and the invention of the “to go” cup in the 60s. And get a daiquiri if you fancy!
4 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Absinthe House

One of the city’s oldest and most infamous bars serving the “original green fairy!” Hear tales of visitors from Andrew Jackson and Teddy Roosevelt!
4 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

Our guide will tell you the history of this hotel and the only underwater garage in the city
• Admission Ticket Free

Preservation Hall

Enjoy a photo stop at the world’s most famous jazz hall and see where some of the world’s greatests have played.
• Admission Ticket Free

Tropical Isle

Hear the story of now the most famous drink and drink container in the country and how it ties into the world fair of 1984
• Admission Ticket Free

Marie Laveau House of Voodoo

Hear stories about the world’s most famous voodoo queen and the history of New Orleans and voodoo.
• Admission Ticket Free

Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar

End the tour at the oldest bar in American and hear stories of New Orleans’ very own pirate Jean Lafitte! And grab a hurricane or voodoo daiquiri if you wish!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pat O’Brien’s

See the famous dueling piano bar and courtyard and the history and stories of Pat O’s
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cafe Lafitte in Exile

Thought to be one of the country’s oldest gay bars with a rich history since WWII
• Admission Ticket Free

Jackson Square

Photo op and quick storytime to learn about the city’s foundations.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Most travelers can participate
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Face masks Hand Sanitizer
Breakfast
Bottled water
Snacks

Exclude

Alcoholic Beverages

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