New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery
Overview
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3 hours
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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.
Additional Info
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.
What To Expect
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.
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.
Options
Morning Tour + Swamp Tour
Duration: 8 hours: Includes a 1 hour 40 minute swamp boat tour after the city tour City and Swamp Combo: 3-hour city tour followed by a pontoon swamp boat tour, where you'll see gators and other wildlife, depending on the season. Pickup included
Morning Tour
3-hour New Orleans City Tour: Katrina, Garden District, French Quarter, Graveyard Tour; Hotel pickup is from 9:30am to 10:00am pickup for Morning City Tour Pickup included
Afternoon Tour
3-hour New Orleans City Tour: Katrina, Garden District, French Quarter, Graveyard Tour; Hotel pickup is from 1:30pm to 2pm pickup for Afternoon City Tour Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local licensed tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2,570 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Pleasant, knowledgeable, enthusiastic
ReiseZielFL,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gary was extremely knowledgeable but almost as important, He was very enthusiastic. He obviously enjoys the city and showing it off. I often do these sorts of tours when I’ve never been to a city before because it gives me a chance to see what I want to go to later in greater detail. And this accomplished that. I visited the World War II museum afterward and I’m going to the city Park sculpture Garden and museum of New Orleans tomorrow.
Gary the Tour Guide is a Must in New Orleans!
818briannab,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gary was AMAZING!!! Very knowledgeable, answered all our questions, kept a great speaking pace, and not only gave great recommendations, but texted us the names and links! Highly recommend.
City tour new orleans
Joris K,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best way to learn history and get overview of New Orleans. Prompt pickup. Gary did an amazing job. Very informative
Very educational , our...
Raul Q,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very educational , our tour guide Gary K was absolutely fantastic 10/10 We learned a lot about history, art and good food.
Worth the trip.
Penelope C,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Gary, our driver and tour guide, was very nice and informative and answered any questions we had. The bus was clean and comfortable. Learned a lot about New Orleans and also Hurricane Katrina.
Gary is Da Man for this tour.
JamesW C,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour hits the high spots in Nola. Gary was a wonderful guide and because he was a History major in college, he really delved into the subjects of the tour. I was amazed at how low (below sea level) the neighborhoods were that flooded during Katrina.
Great Overview
Gregory A,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely should be the first thing you do when visiting New Orleans. It gives you a great overview and ideas for potential activities you may want to do.
Highly Recommend!!
maryl276,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on this tour with Gary as our guide and it was so much fun!! Gary is a NOLA native and incredible knowledgeable about the area. He made the tour very personal and spent time getting to know each person on the bus. The ride was smooth with incredible sights.
A must do tour when visiting NOLA.
Wanda H,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the city tour with Gary K. Gary K. has a wealth of knowledge and was able to keep our attention during the entire tour. He also shared information on things to do in NOLA and gave us numerous recommendations on where to eat. A must do tour when in NOLA. Ike & Wanda Boonsboro, MD
checking out NOLA
Shannon B,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour to do when the weather is less than ideal and/or you don't want to do a lot of walking or maybe you are limited in how much walking you can do.
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