Best Walking Tours in New Orleans

Discover the beauty of New Orleans on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring New Orleans by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in New Orleans

French Quarter Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour of New Orleans in New Orleans

New Orleans , Louisiana

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 14.99

 

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. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

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St Louis Cemetery No.3 New Orleans Burial Tradition Audio Guide in New Orleans

New Orleans , Louisiana

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 6.99

 

Explore the haunting beauty of New Orleans’ St. Louis Cemetery #3 on this self-guided walking tour, where you’ll delve into the city’s unique burial traditions. Founded in 1852 to combat a devastating yellow fever epidemic, this historic cemetery is built on the site of a former leprosy colony. It features an eclectic array of above-ground tombs. As you wander this “city of the dead,” you'll discover fascinating architecture, hear stories about notable figures like photographer E.J. Bellocq, and learn why New Orleans cemeteries are famed worldwide. This audio guide offers an insightful glimpse into the city's rich cultural tapestry and distinctive approach to memorializing the past.

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Self-Guided New Orleans Scavenger Hunt: Getting Down To Business in New Orleans

New Orleans , Louisiana

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)

From $ 12.31

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Calling all adventurers and trivia buffs! Let's Roam is the ultimate champion of app-led scavenger hunts, guiding you through a quest to discover your city's coolest landmarks and most elusive hidden gems. Picture yourself soaking up the sights, cracking brain-teasing trivia, and tackling challenges that'll keep you on your toes! Whether you're out with your squad, competing for bragging rights, or teaming up for some serious bonding, Let’s Roam turns every outing into an epic adventure. It's not just an everyday activity—it's the perfect recipe for bachelorette bashes, birthday blowouts, and team-building triumphs that leave you with stories to cherish. What's even cooler? Everyone gets to pick their own interactive role, so whether you're the puzzle solver, the navigator extraordinaire, or the trivia titan, there’s a challenge just for you. Ready to dive in? Grab your crew and let's Roam—the thrill of the hunt awaits!

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New Orleans French Quarter- At your own pace. Downloadable audiovisual tour. in New Orleans

New Orleans , Louisiana

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)

From $ 14.99

Duration: 92 hours (approx.)

Our New Orleans French Quarter tour is a downloadable audio tour that can be taken at any time and pace. Download the app to your smartphone, these tours give you the opportunity to pause for a bite to eat or a beverage and continue at your leisure.

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New Orleans French Quarter Haunted History Cocktail Tour in New Orleans

New Orleans , Louisiana

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)

From $ 15.00

 

Drink your way through one of the oldest, most cultured and historic neighborhoods in the United States on this innovative, interactive tour complete with stories of New Orleans history, dark history, legends of ghosts, voodoo, vampires, comedy, and, of course, drinks. A real EMF Meter - Ghost/Paranormal Detector will be used during this tour.

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45-Minute Jackson Square Tour in New Orleans in New Orleans

New Orleans , Louisiana

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 22.00

 

This is the only tour that focuses on the heart of New Orleans - Jackson Square! There are so many stories to tell in this one iconic block. At first a gathering place for Native Americans, then a tiny French outpost, the Square holds the collective memories of all the people who have made this diverse city what it is today. Choctaw, French, African, Spanish, American, Italian, Vietnamese, Caribbean, and more have contributed to the Creole culture that makes this place unlike any other. We are passionate about this city and we love telling our stories. Today, the Square is a community gathering place as well as the best place to see and buy great art, eat great food, and hear authentic jazz played by multi-generation musicians. This tour covers a very small area and the Square has lots of benches, so it is particularly suited to anyone with limited mobility (or simply on a hot day!). Since it is only 45 minutes, you can squeeze it in among the rest of your New Orleans itinerary.

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New Orleans Small Group Garden District History and Architecture Tour  in New Orleans

New Orleans , Louisiana

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 25.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Ready to step into a time machine? Spend two hours with us in one of the most impressive and memorable parts of New Orleans, the Garden District. We will learn about the historic city of Lafayette, various architecture styles, and more. Come experience the large gardens and creative interiors and exteriors of the plantation-like houses. We will also visit the historic cemetery and the famous Commander's Palace and Restaurant. Experience a memorable two-hour walking tour just blocks away from the beautifully oak lined St. Charles Avenue in a varied and important community called the Garden District in New Orleans, USA.

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Local Tips for New Orleans

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore New Orleans at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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