New Orleans French Quarter guided food tour
Activities

New Orleans French Quarter guided food tour

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$75.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Do this because
  • Taste New Orleans' rich multicultural history through its mouth-watering cuisine
  • Experience the flavors of America's oldest public market
  • Join a small group or choose the private option for a more intimate experience with your friends
What to expect

On this indulgent, guided food tour, you'll dig into the rich and varied flavors that make New Orleans' French Quarter one of the USA's top foodie destinations!

Itinerary:

Your tour starts where it all began, on the banks of the Mississippi River. From here, you'll witness the lifeblood of the region which brought new cultures, influences, and ingredients to the USA through its ports.

To wake up your taste buds, indulge in New Orleans' most iconic breakfast pastry, the beignet. While it looks hard to pronounce, it's definitely not hard to love. Next, head to The French Market, the site of America's oldest public market and then on to the picturesque streets of the French Quarter where your guide will take you to some of their favorite palate-pleasing spots. You'll sample both a classic New Orleans dish, as well as a delicacy that you've probably never seen outside Cajun country.

You’ll then have the chance to try a dish that sparks more controversy amongst chefs than any other in New Orleans: gumbo. Learn how hundreds of years of history has shaped this recipe and how it can vary from restaurant to restaurant. You'll also indulge in a sweet treat made from locally grown sugarcane and the region’s abundant pecans.

There will then be an opportunity to have a coffee or do some souvenir shopping in the French Quarter with your guide before taking a short walk to Jackson Square, where you'll begin the cocktail portion of your tour. The tour will go beyond the tourist trail to show you what really makes New Orleans cocktail culture unique.

For the first cocktail stop, travel back to the 1700s and visit a bar which used to entertain some of the most eccentric characters in New Orleans history. Here, you will taste a famous drink of the city and learn how it has influenced New Orleans drinking culture today.

Next up, sample the ‘official cocktail of New Orleans’: the Sazerac. One of the first cocktails ever invented, it’s definitely tasty enough to stand the test of time.

The final cocktail stop will be at one of the classiest establishments in town to try one of the city’s most esteemed drinks, the Ramos Gin Fizz. After your first sip, you’ll truly understand why New Orleans has been called “the cradle of civilized drinking.”

There will be an opportunity to rest your feet or grab a bite to eat before the jazz portion of the tour begins. Your guide can recommend some good eats, depending on your preferences. Then head over to the historic and beautiful Louis Armstrong Park in the Tremé neighborhood. Within the park, you will learn about the historical origins of jazz and discuss one of the jazz greats, Armstrong himself.

From here, the tour will go to the popular Marigny neighborhood, a hip nightlife area that's home to the famous Frenchmen Street, where you'll find the largest concentration of live music venues in the city. Being with a local, you'll have access to the best options, depending on the day of the week, time and band schedules. And to top it off, you will receive a beer at one of the stops. You're very welcome to purchase additional beverages as and when you want them.

If at the end of the tour you're still craving more, your guide will point out other great locations in the area for dinner, drinks and of course, more great music!

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What's included
  • check Local English-speaking guide
  • check Food samples (food options and portion sizes will vary depending on the season and where the tour stops that day, but the total amount of food included will be equal to a full meal)
What's not included
  • x_not_included Additional food and drink
  • x_not_included Souvenirs and items of a personal nature
  • x_not_included Gratuities for your guide
Where

700 Decatur Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, Stati Uniti

Meeting point:
Meet your guide in Jackson Square next to Andrew Jackson statue
What to remember
  • It is recommended to bring a mask with you to the tour for the safety of you and other guests. Your guide will inform you of the latest government recommendations and whether a mask is required
  • The guides may ask to collect your contact information at the start of the tour for contact tracing purposes only
  • The itinerary and routes may be modified to avoid crowds
  • Please refrain from joining the tour if you are experiencing any symptoms associated with Covid-19
  • Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform the supplier after booking if you'll be bringing a child under the age of 6
  • The private tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travelers. A solo traveler may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travelers
  • This tour features visits to establishments that are not always able to cater to vegetarians and other dietary requirements. Your guide can assist you with recommendations on where to purchase alternative diet-friendly food during the tour
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Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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