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Relax and enjoy
It was a relaxing way to learn a little about the French Quarter. The history and trivia about the French Quarter was very interesting.
New Orleans Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $325 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 574 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Meet at the Red Umbrella in front of Jackson Square.
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Awarded the 2018 Louisiana Attraction of the Year Award, this trip offers a 1-hour private carriage which is perfect for couples or small families who are looking to experience the French Quarter in the most authentic way. Ride through the historic neighborhoods of New Orleans and discover the amazing history, culture, and architecture of the French Quarter with your local, professional, and licensed guide who will be guiding you through one of the most vibrant neighborhoods in America with the help of his trusted carriage mule. Learn the basics of New Orleans history and discover fascinating anecdotes about the people and places that have contributed to making the city truly unique and unforgettable. This is limited to 4 people.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Carriage is boarded at the carriage stand located at 700 St. Louis Street, across the street from the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel and the world-famous restaurants, Brennan's & Antoine's. Once your private carriage arrives, hop aboard and ask your carriage driver to take a picture of your group. The carriage tour will be 1-hour in duration, traveling through the French Quarter. The guides are top-rated, local, professional, and licensed through the City of New Orleans. There are no set routes or scripts. Cherish the uniqueness of the tour guide's tours and personalities and encourage them to let their passion shine through their curated tour information. With that being said, the Tours provide passengers the opportunity to customize the carriage tour information to suit the needs. If you have a special tour request, make sure the carriage driver knows right away.
You'll also travel through this charming historic New Orleans neighborhood, dating back to the early 1800s.
Your private mule-drawn carriage will roll past iconic New Orleans landmarks and locations, such as the Louisiana Supreme Court Building, the Napoleon House, and Jackson Square.
See the Saint Louis Cathedral, the oldest continuously active cathedral in the U.S.
The French Market is a historic marketplace along the Mississippi River.
Travel along Bourbon Street, the French Quarter's liveliest and wildest thoroughfare, where the rhythmic sounds of jazz, country western, Dixieland and sultry blues permeate the air.
See Royal Street, full of unusual shops and one of the city's most historic streets.
Highlights
1-Hour Carriage Ride through French Quarter
Fully Narrated Historic Tour of French Quarter and surrounding areas
Private Carriage (Seats up to 4)
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
What's included
Included
1-Hour Carriage Ride through French Quarter
Fully Narrated Historic Tour of French Quarter and surrounding areas
Private Carriage (Seats up to 4)
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Not included
Gratuities are not included but are recommended.
Snacks and beverages are not included but are allowed.
Alcoholic drinks are not included but can be purchased nearby.
Traveller Ratings
4.9
574 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passengers with disabilities: If you are traveling with someone with limited mobility, please let us know in advance by calling (504) 943-8820 so that we can be prepared to assist him or her into the carriage. We may arrange for your carriage to board at a different location, where strollers, walkers, or wheelchairs can be left behind, and where we can provide assistance to those individuals.
- The Cemetery is Currently Closed Due to Covid -Cemetery: visit Saint Louis Cemetery #1 on all reservations booked between 9am-2pm with the exceptions of holidays and unannounced funerals. Once arrived at the cemetery, tour participants will be granted entry, receiving a private walking tour with her or her guide. The cemetery has lots of uneven and muddy surfaces that are not suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, or walkers.
- In favorable weather conditions, including rain. We ask that all tour participants please dress appropriately for this for the weather.
- This tour activity is subject to be canceled due to inclement weather such as flooding or lightning. By providing a contact cell phone number, we are then able to notify you immediately if there are any changes to your tour activity in regards to weather and or traffic conditions and provide you with the opportunity to reschedule to a better date or time.
- Adults over the age of 21 are allowed to consume alcoholic beverages onboard the carriage. Passengers who appear to be intoxicated will not be allowed to ride the carriage, for safety reasons. This is strictly enforced.
- Pictures are always allowed and encouraged on the carriage during your tour. Please feel free to share your mule-drawn pictures online with your friends. The personally curated tour is proprietary information of the carriage driver. Video filming is only allowed by first asking permission of your carriage driver.
- Tickets are non-refundable once a purchase is completed, and cannot be rescheduled. There are no refunds or reschedules for missed tour appointments. An example of a missed tour appointment is 5 minutes past the scheduled time. After this time you will be considered a NO SHOW and will not be refunded .
Frequently asked questions
How long does New Orleans Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter take?
New Orleans Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does New Orleans Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter cost?
Prices start at $325 per person for this New Orleans experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel New Orleans Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet at the Red Umbrella in front of Jackson Square.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is New Orleans Private Carriage Tour of the French Quarter offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Passengers with disabilities: If you are traveling with someone with limited mobility, please let us know in advance by calling (504) 943-8820 so that we can be prepared to assist him or her into the carriage. We may arrange for your carriage to board at a different location, where strollers, walkers, or wheelchairs can be left behind, and where we can provide assistance to those individuals. The Cemetery is Currently Closed Due to Covid -Cemetery: visit Saint Louis Cemetery #1 on all reservations booked between 9am-2pm with the exceptions of holidays and unannounced funerals. Once arrived at the cemetery, tour participants will be granted entry, receiving a private walking tour with her or her guide. The cemetery has lots of uneven and muddy surfaces that are not suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, or walkers.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Passengers with disabilities: If you are traveling with someone with limited mobility, please let us know in advance by calling (504) 943-8820 so that we can be prepared to assist him or her into the carriage. We may arrange for your carriage to board at a different location, where strollers, walkers, or wheelchairs can be left behind, and where we can provide assistance to those individuals. The Cemetery is Currently Closed Due to Covid -Cemetery: visit Saint Louis Cemetery #1 on all reservations booked between 9am-2pm with the exceptions of holidays and unannounced funerals. Once arrived at the cemetery, tour participants will be granted entry, receiving a private walking tour with her or her guide. The cemetery has lots of uneven and muddy surfaces that are not suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, or walkers.
Reviews(574)
F
A wonderful last minute decision
Charlie, the ruder, and Archie, the mule, were an extraordinary duo. I really enjoyed the tour and want to do it again with family and friends
J
Great value and accommodating
Booked this tour so we could get a nice tour of the French Quarter and get some ideas for the rest of our trip. The length of the tour was perfect and despite the construction it gave us an interesting perspective of the area. Admission was fair and they were able to accommodate a rollator. Jonathan was very friendly and knowledgeable. Bourbon the mule was sweet and well taken care of!
D
Great Intro to the French Quarter
We had an excellent tour and highly recommend the first thing in the morning time slot during the heat of summer! We were comfortable, it was less crowded for the carriage, and we could hear the guide really well. Highly recommend!
B
Awesome
Cat was the best highly recommend her and will look for her on future trips
A
Emily was the best tour...
Emily was the best tour guide! We loved hearing all the history and ghost stories. She was very friendly and very knowledgeable. Pearl was the start of the show though, such a beautiful mule very well behaved and even let us pet her afterwards. We had a blast and will definitely be doing it again
I
Exceptional service !!...
EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE !! ABSOLUTELY LOVED THE EXPERIENCE !! Our driver was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions ! He was also very nice and easy to talk to ! He make sure to lock up our stroller in a secure place and he took photos of us on the carriage ! I absolutely recommend !
G
French Quarter carriage your
Asja Jung Was our German speaking guide and she was fantastic.
Y
The Big Easy story
Cat our driver was very informative.
D
A great time in the French Quarter!!
The driver was fun and informative!
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