New Orleans

15 Best New Orleans Walking Tours

The walking tours: the Quarter, the Garden District and the cemeteries at strolling speed, which is the city’s native pace. Mornings beat both the heat and the crowds on Royal Street.

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

Discover New Orleans’ culinary soul on a 3-hour food tour of the French Quarter, sampling iconic dishes and learning local stories with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Very good introduction to New Orleans history and food. Our guide, Jack was very friendly and informative and gave us a great value for our money.”

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3.St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

Discover the fascinating final resting places of New Orleans' most notable residents with this guided walking tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1. Learn history, legends, and secrets in just under an hour.

★ 4.5

“We enjoyed our tour. Lots of great information and interesting facts about the history and famous people associated with the cemetery. The one negative review we had was that our tour guide talked so quickly it was hard to understand him. He knew his information,…”

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5.New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

Discover New Orleans' historic Garden District on this two-hour guided walking tour. Explore antebellum homes, learn cemetery secrets, and get local tips for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Our guide was an absolute delight. Knowledgeable and personable - fantastic! Very well-prepared, excellent stories, and a great leader.”

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6.French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

Discover New Orleans’ French Quarter with a knowledgeable guide on this 2-hour walking tour, exploring iconic landmarks, hidden stories, and local secrets for just $33.

★ 5.0

“Libby was amazing . Well versed on the history of New Orleans . Very informative and passionate. Great story teller You won’t make a mistake booking with her”

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7.Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

Explore New Orleans’ dark side with this 2-hour ghost and vampire walking tour through the French Quarter, featuring haunted sites, ghost stories, and vampire lore.

★ 4.5

“Margot was an excellent guide! She was passionate about sharing the history of the quarter and wildly entertaining with her stand up.”

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8.New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

Discover New Orleans’ dark side with this adults-only walking tour, exploring true crime stories, haunted sites, and hidden history for an authentic, gripping experience.

★ 5.0

“My party loved the historical telling while getting to know some of the current facts about New Orleans.”

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9.New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

Discover New Orleans’ culinary roots and vibrant culture on this 3-hour guided walking tour featuring classic Creole dishes, historic sites, and authentic flavors.

★ 5.0

“We thought we'd start off the trip with this tour and it was the way to go. We enjoyed Meg as our guide, she knew her stuff. Plus she has an incredible personality.”

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10.New Orleans: Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

Discover the history and stories behind New Orleans' famous tombs on this guided walking tour inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, with expert guides and authentic sights.

★ 4.6

“Zelda was an awesome tour guide. she was very knowledgeable about the history of the cemetery and New Orleans. She was spunky and funny. I learned things and I have been on that tour before. She's a great guide.”

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11.New Orleans Small-Group Garden District Walking Tour

Explore New Orleans’ Garden District with a small-group walking tour led by local guides. Discover historic homes, Lafayette Cemetery, and unique stories for $33.

★ 5.0

“Tim was a great guide, who was patient and a great narrator. The tour started off on a strong note, describing the history of the Garden district and explaining the architectural nuances. Eventually, it took a turn where we mostly just talked about famous people…”

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12.New Orleans Cemetery Walking Tour

Discover New Orleans' historic cemeteries with an engaging, guided walking tour. Learn about above-ground burial traditions and local stories for $30.

★ 5.0

“Vee was a fantastic guide! Such interesting history of the city and its cemeteries! The tour went long but we love when that happens!”

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

Discover New Orleans' French Quarter with this engaging 2-hour guided walking tour, including access to the historic 1850 House Museum. Ideal for history buffs and culture lovers.

★ 5.0

“Lenora was our tour guide and she was incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining. I was running two minutes late for the meet up and messaged the tour guide. They were waiting and for me and ready to go. I can’t recommend this tour enough!”

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15.New Orleans Original Craft Cocktail Walking Tour

Discover New Orleans' cocktail culture with a 2.5-hour guided walking tour through historic French Quarter bars, tasting three classic drinks and hearing fascinating stories.

★ 4.5

“We took the History and Cocktail tour with Val - it was AMAZING!!! Our guide was just the BEST! It was a nice way to begin the trip because we learned where everything was located, also the cocktails were delicious!!! So much history it was…”

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More New Orleans Walking Tours

4.5New Orleans Vampire Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$30.00 5.0New Orleans Cocktail History Walking Tour in the French Quarter3 hours (approx.)$95.00 4.9New Orleans: Garden District Guided Walking Tour2 hours$35 5.0New Orleans Highlights of the Garden District Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$37.00 5.0Walking Tour in New Orleans Garden District2 hours (approx.)$26.00 4.5New Orleans: 2-Hour Ghosts & Vampires Walking Tour1.5 hours$22 5.0New Orleans St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$25.00 4.5The Premier New Orleans Food Walking Tour3 hours (approx.)$81.00 5.0French Quarter True Crime Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$30.00 4.5Adults-Only Uncensored Ghost, Vampire, and Voodoo Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$35.00 4.5New Orleans: 2 or 3 Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Walking Tour1.5 hours$47 5.0New Orleans French Quarter Architecture Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$40.00 3.8New Orleans: Five-in-One City Walking Tour2 hours$24 4.5Voodoo Queen of New Orleans Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$25.60 5.0New Orleans Treme’ Walking Tour1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$20.50 4.5French Quarter Food Walking Tour$41.60 4.5New Orleans Food Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$44.00 5.0Nola Voodoo Walking Tour with High Priestess Guide in New Orleans1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$40.00 4.5New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off and Garden District Walking Tour2 days (approx.)$47.00 4.2New Orleans: Drunk History Walking Tour2 hours$28 5.0New Orleans French Quarter and Voodoo History Walking Tour1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$21.00 4.5Garden District and Lafayette Cemetery Guided Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$25.00 5.0Haunted New Orleans Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$39.92 4.5Shared 2 Hours Saints and Sinners Walking Tour in New Orleans2 hours (approx.)$21.00