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

Overview

Spend an unforgettable 3 hours exploring New Orleans aboard our comfortable, air-conditioned mini-bus. Guided by a licensed local expert, you’ll get an insider’s look at the history, culture, and charm that make our city unique. From the vibrant French Quarter and Garden District to historic neighborhoods shaped by Creole traditions, you’ll see the landmarks that define New Orleans. Along the way, learn the stories of resilience as you pass through areas impacted by Hurricane Katrina and witness the city’s remarkable recovery. This is the perfect way to experience the highlights of New Orleans—past, present, and future—all in one tour.

Itinerary

1. French Quarter

   Soak in the sights and sounds of New Orleans’ most iconic neighborhood. From the colorful Creole townhouses to Bourbon Street and Jackson Square, your guide shares fascinating stories that bring the French Quarter to life.

   · Non-stop passage

2. Garden District

   Admire oak-lined streets filled with 19th-century mansions, many still owned by famous New Orleanians. This elegant neighborhood showcases the city’s antebellum architecture and southern charm.

   · Non-stop passage

3. St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

   Step inside one of New Orleans’ famous “Cities of the Dead.” Learn why our burials are above-ground, explore ornate tombs, and hear stories of notable locals laid to rest here.

   · 20 min· Admission included

4. City Park

   Drive through one of the oldest urban parks in the United States, famous for its centuries-old oak trees draped in Spanish moss. Larger than New York’s Central Park, City Park is home to beautiful lagoons, sculpture gardens, and some of the most picturesque scenery in New Orleans.

   · 25 min

5. Caesars Superdome

   Pass by the legendary Caesars Superdome, home of the New Orleans Saints and one of the most recognizable landmarks in the city. Once a symbol of hardship during Hurricane Katrina, the Superdome now stands as a powerful emblem of resilience, hosting world-class concerts, sporting events, and unforgettable moments in New Orleans history.

   · Non-stop passage

6. Frenchmen Street

   Experience the heartbeat of New Orleans’ live music scene. Known as the locals’ alternative to Bourbon Street, Frenchmen Street is lined with jazz clubs, funky bars, art markets, and colorful street performers. Even from the bus, you’ll feel the energy that makes this vibrant strip the city’s go-to spot for authentic nightlife and live jazz.

   · Non-stop passage

7. French Market

   Explore America’s oldest public market, a vibrant hub dating back to 1791. Stretching along the Mississippi River, the French Market is filled with open-air stalls, local crafts, souvenirs, and the scents of Creole spices and freshly fried beignets. It’s the perfect place to experience the flavors and spirit of New Orleans.

   · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup included.

**You must be out front of your location at the beginning of the pickup window or the bus will be forced to leave.** Pickup from most major downtown New Orleans hotels. If you hotel is not listed please list in comments area or reach out to us directly on our phone number found in Information Travelers need from you. For pickups, there will be a 30 minute window. Please be on the lookout for a bus that says Alert Transportation. 9:30 AM pickup will be sometime between 9:30 AM and about 10:00 AM. 1:30 PM pickup will be sometime between 1:30 PM and about 2:00 PM.

How to use your ticket

- Folding wheelchairs are allowed on the bus, but the driver is not allowed to pick up a person to help them gain entrance. The customer must get into the minibus by themselves or with assistance from family or friends. - Service animals are permitted. - Emotional support animals are not permitted.

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Folding wheelchairs are allowed on the bus, but the driver is not allowed to pick up a person to help them gain entrance. The customer must get into the minibus by themselves or with assistance from family or friends.
• Service animals are permitted.
• Emotional support animals are not permitted.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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