New Orleans: Sightseeing Bus Tour

Garden District, New Orleans, New Orleans



Experience the best of New Orleans on a 2.5-hour sightseeing tour. Venture out of the French Quarter to explore the beautiful Garden District, Tremé, Marigny, 9th Ward, and other unique neighborhoods.

New Orleans Neighborhoods Bus Tour

This 2.5-hour guided bus tour explores New Orleans neighborhoods beyond the French Quarter, ideal for visitors seeking cultural and historical insights.

Highlights

  • Explore Marigny, Tremé, the 9th Ward, and the Garden District
  • Travel through the French Quarter and lively Frenchmen Street
  • Try beignets during the tour
  • Learn about Creole culture at historic cemeteries

Description

The tour begins with pickup near Jackson Square at Bon's New Orleans Street Food. Travel through vibrant Frenchmen Street and the alternative Marigny district before entering the Musicians' Village and Tremé. Continue along Esplanade Avenue to City Park and Lake Pontchartrain. Visit Saint Roch Cemetery #1 and St. Louis Cemetery #3 to learn about Creole culture.

See the oldest streetcar in the world on St. Charles Avenue and pass Tulane and Loyola universities. Explore the Garden District with views of celebrity homes, then continue along Magazine Street to the Warehouse and Arts Districts. The tour concludes with hotel drop-off.

Includes

  • Transportation by luxury bus
  • Professional guide

Excludes

  • Food and drinks

Important Information

  • The tour operates rain or shine

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Morning departures are less crowded and cooler during warmer months.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour visits Marigny, Tremé, the 9th Ward, and the Garden District beyond the French Quarter in New Orleans.
The tour starts with pickup at Bon's New Orleans Street Food near Jackson Square in New Orleans.
The guided bus tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
Yes, the tour includes an opportunity to try traditional beignets, a classic New Orleans treat.
Yes, the tour is designed to be suitable and informative for first-time visitors to New Orleans.
The tour includes visits to historic cemeteries where you can learn about Creole culture.
Yes, the tour begins with a route through the French Quarter and Frenchmen Street before exploring other neighborhoods.
Check the official booking website for the most up-to-date schedule and availability information.
Yes, the 2.5-hour guided tour is conducted on a bus to cover multiple neighborhoods efficiently.

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