New Orleans: French Quarter Food & Culture Audio Tour

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About this activity

Audio tour
Yes
Audio language
English
Route length
2.5 miles
Instant confirmation
Yes
Duration
4h - 4h 30min
Instant access on your smartphone
After purchase, open the tour from the link we send you. No app is required.
Explore at your pace
Start, pause, and continue the tour whenever you like.
Online or offline
Listen online in your browser or download the tour and tickets in the WeGoTrip app for offline access.

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  • You'll receive a self-guided audio tour right after booking
  • Take a ride on the historical streetcar along the lively artery of Canal Street
  • Explore diverse culture and delicious food of New Orleans' merriest quarter with your own audio tour
  • Hear the history of the French Quarter, which formed the identity of its people and culture
  • Visit iconic eateries and bars to try New Orleans dishes and drinks like Gumbo or Sazerac
  • Enjoy vibrant sounds of jazz and rock-n-roll performed by street musicians here and there
Feel the taste and the spirit of the French Quarter, the cultural center of New Orleans, guided by your own in-app audio tour! French Quarter is a historic heart of New Orleans, famous for its vibrant nightlife, street art, colorful buildings, and abundance of places to eat, drink and listen to music. The tour starts at Jackson Square, where you will learn the history of the city through the story of Andrew Jackson, commemorated in a glorious monument, and magnificent gothic-style St. Louis Cathedral. Next, you will walk along the Mississippi River and enjoy the views of New Orleans, works by street artists, and sounds of street musicians. The French Market will plunge you into the diversity of local street food, culture, and crafts. After that, follow the route and the story of famous Mardi Gras parades walking along the bustling Bourbon Street. Drop by the iconic eateries, bars, and clubs, such as Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar, Famous Door, Galatoire's, Corner Oyster House. They offer an authentic atmosphere and the French Quarter specialties like Gumbo, Jambalaya, oysters, beignets, Sazerac and Voodoo Daiquiri. Marvel at the Beaux-Art building of Orpheum Theater and take a ride on a charming historic streetcar along lively Canal Street. Stroll through the Woldenberg Park and hear the other side of the story while observing the Holocaust Memorial, Monument to the Immigrant, and Steamboat Natchez. The finishing stroke of the tour is the Corner Oyster House.

What's included

  • Recommendations on bars, restaurants and their specialties
  • Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone on the WeGoTrip app
  • Detailed route from stop to stop with live GPS map on your smartphone
  • Earphones not included — bring your own
  • Food and drinks
  • Streetcar ticket (1.25 USD)
  • Entrance tickets to music clubs
  • Earphones and smartphone are not included – bring your own
  • In-person tour guide
    • An Android version 7.1+ or an iOS smartphone version 12+ is required for the audio guide. You will need around 100 MB of free space for the download
    • The tour is available only on the WeGoTrip app. This is a different app from the source or app you booked the tour if it's not WeGoTrip site or app
    • To ensure the quality of the download, please remember to do so before your visit
    • Please note that there is no staff at the meeting point or staff on site for this tour. You can start the tour at any time from the meeting point

Places you will visit

The route of the tour goes within circle
Jackson Square
Decatur Street, 701

Attractions on the route

Download the app and the digital audio tour on your smartphone before the visit. You will find recommendations on how to get to the staring point in the first step of the tour. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please email us at support@wegotrip.com.
Cancellation policies vary according to activity type. Please check the conditions of your required activity Self-guided audio tour.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need the internet during the tour?

No. Download the tour in the WeGoTrip app in advance — it then works fully offline.

Do I need an app?

Yes. After purchase you get a link to download the free WeGoTrip app, where you take the tour.

What language is the audio guide in?

The audio guide is available in English.

How long does the tour take?

The tour takes about 4h - 4h 30min.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes. The self-guided format lets you go at your own pace, which works well for families.

Can I cancel my purchase?

Contact WeGoTrip support — refund conditions depend on the specific ticket.

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