Aerial view of Jackson Square and the French Quarter in New Orleans

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Explore NOLA Sightseeing City Tour

★★★★★3,000+ five-star reviews

The New Orleans Locals Actually Live In

Get out of the French Quarter and explore the real New Orleans. This 3-hour city tour covers Frenchmen St., City Park, Garden District, Lake Pontchartrain, St. Louis Cemetery #3, Marigny, 9th Ward & Katrina aftermath, and Audubon Park.

Tour Highlights

✓See beyond the French Quarter - explore the real New Orleans
✓Walk through St. Louis Cemetery #3 with your guide
✓Beignet stop at the original Cafe Du Monde in City Park
✓Garden District mansions and oak-lined streets
✓9th Ward & Katrina history - stories of resilience
✓Lake Pontchartrain views
✓Frenchmen Street and the Marigny neighborhood

What Guests Are Saying

“The City Tour was fantastic, we were able to see and learn so much about the growth and development of the neighborhoods and how important each are to the well being of the city.”

★★★★★— DPICKENS4521via TripAdvisor

“Lenny was very knowledgeable and helpful when booking the tour! Would definitely book again.”

★★★★★— Robbyn A.via TripAdvisor

“My second tour was a city tour, and I loved it. I saw a few areas of the city that I haven't seen before; even though I've been to the city dozens of times. The guide was very knowledgeable and pointed out several things that were quite meaningful to me.”

★★★★★— Bevvia TripAdvisor

About This Tour

Most visitors to New Orleans never leave the French Quarter. This comprehensive city tour changes that. In about three hours, you'll explore the neighborhoods that give New Orleans its soul - from the oak-lined streets of the Garden District to the resilient communities of the 9th Ward that rebuilt after Katrina.

Board a climate-controlled tour bus for a journey through the city's most storied neighborhoods. You'll step off to walk through St. Louis Cemetery #3, one of the city's historic above-ground burial grounds. Then enjoy a stop at the original Cafe Du Monde in City Park for fresh beignets and cafe au lait. Along the way, your guide shares stories of the mansions of the Garden District, the history of the Marigny and Frenchmen Street, and why Lake Pontchartrain means so much to the people who live here.

Perfect for visitors who want to see beyond Bourbon Street, or anyone ready to discover the neighborhoods that make New Orleans truly unique. Hotel pickup in the French Quarter and Central Business District is included.

What's Included

★Hotel pickup and drop-off (French Quarter & CBD)
★Climate-controlled tour bus
★Expert local guide
★All stops and admissions included

Not included in this tour+

—Food and beverages (beignets available for purchase at Cafe Du Monde)
—Guide gratuity

What to Bring

●Camera for photos
●Comfortable walking shoes (for cemetery and cafe stops)
●Light jacket (the bus AC can be cool)
●Cash for beignets at Cafe Du Monde
●Sunglasses

When & Where

Departure times

8:30 AM10:30 AM12:30 PM2:30 PM

Meeting point

Hotel Pickup

Pickup location confirmed at checkout

•We offer complimentary pickup from most hotels in the French Quarter and Central Business District.
•When you book, you'll have the opportunity to tell us where you'd like to be picked up.
•If we can't reach your specific location, we'll direct you to the nearest available pickup point.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is hotel pickup included?+

Yes! We offer complimentary pickup from most hotels in the French Quarter and Central Business District. When you book online, you'll be able to specify your preferred pickup location. If we can't reach your exact hotel, we'll provide the nearest available pickup point.

Is this a walking tour or a bus tour?+

This is primarily a bus tour, but you'll step off the bus twice during the tour. First, for a 15-minute guided walk through St. Louis Cemetery #3, and second, for a beignet break at Cafe Du Monde in City Park. The rest of the time you'll be enjoying the sights from your comfortable seat on the climate-controlled bus.

Is this tour good for kids?+

Yes, this is a family-friendly tour. Children often enjoy the bus ride, the cemetery visit, and especially the beignet stop at Cafe Du Monde. The tour provides a great introduction to New Orleans beyond the French Quarter.

Is the bus air-conditioned?+

Yes, the bus is fully climate-controlled. New Orleans weather can be warm and humid, so you'll stay comfortable throughout the tour. We recommend bringing a light jacket as the AC can feel cool.

How much walking is involved?+

This is mostly a seated bus tour. You'll exit the bus twice: once for a 15-minute walk through St. Louis Cemetery #3, and once for a beignet break at Cafe Du Monde. Total walking is about 20-30 minutes on flat ground.

Should we tip our tour guides?+

Absolutely! Tipping 15-20% of your tour cost is standard and greatly appreciated — similar to what you'd tip at a restaurant. Our guides are passionate locals who rely on tips as a significant part of their income. A great guide can make your experience unforgettable. If they do, let them know!

What happens if it rains?+

Tours run rain or shine. If you show up in the rain, your guide will be there. We only cancel if conditions become dangerous, and in that case you'll receive a full refund or the option to reschedule.

What is your cancellation policy?+

Tours are non-refundable unless cancelled by the company or tour operators (typically due to dangerous weather like lightning or hurricanes). If you need to reschedule, contact us and we'll work with you to apply your payment to a different date or tour, subject to availability. We understand plans change — just give us as much notice as possible.

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