French Quarter Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour of New Orleans
Overview
Get ready to move and groove in the birthplace of jazz as you explore the storied streets of New Orleans with this self-guided walking tour. Discover rich history and culture as you stroll through the French Quarter. Stop for beignets at Cafe du Monde, hear a spine-chilling (and accurate) tale of horror at the LaLaurie Mansion, and visit the city’s lively Bourbon Street, where there’s never a dull moment! Along the way, you’ll learn about the origins of Cajun and Creole, get to know jazz legends like Louis Armstrong, and so much more.
After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
What's Included
- Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and transport are separate.
Meeting Location
500 Decatur Street
New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Jackson Square
New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
The tour will end at the famous Jackson Square on Decatur St.
What To Expect
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French Quarter
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Louis Cathedral
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Washington Artillery Park (pass by)
Decatur Street
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cafe Du Monde
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Steamboat NATCHEZ (pass by)
Danny Barker Birthplace
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lalaurie Mansion
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bourbon Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tennessee Williams’ House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Louis Armstrong Park
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Louis Armstrong Statue
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The LaBranche House (pass by)
St. Anthony's Garden (pass by)
Congo Square
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
- Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
- At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
- Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
- Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveler included in your booking.
- More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
- Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
- Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
- Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
- Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
Frequently Asked Questions
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