French Quarter (Pass By)

After pickup from your downtown or French Quarter hotel by air-conditioned van, your tour begins in the French Quarter, where you'll learn about the history and design styles of the old Creole city of New Orleans.

Jackson Square (Pass By)

See the Pontalba Buildings of Jackson Square and the famous St. Louis Cathedral.

St. Louis Cathedral (Pass By)

Admire St Louis Cathedral and enjoy a view of the Mississippi River.

French Market (Pass By)

Along Esplanade Avenue, you'll pass by the French Market, the old US Mint and some elegant mansions.

St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

Next, hop off your van and stretch your legs at the historic St Louis Cemetery #3. During a guided walking tour, see some of its many societal tombs, such as the Hellenic Orthodox community and the Dante Lodge of Masons, which represent the varied backgrounds of New Orleans' former residents.

20 minutes

New Orleans City Park

Stop for refreshments and restrooms after a drive through City Park, home to the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park and centuries-old live oaks.

20 minutes

The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden at NOMA

Visit this sculpture garden that occupies approximately eleven acres in City Park adjacent to the New Orleans Museum of Art, and is located within a mature existing landscape of pines, magnolias, and live oaks surrounding two lagoons.

20 minutes

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Make a quick stop at this iconic spot for beignets and cafe au lait (own expense.)

Caesars Superdome (Pass By)

Heading downtown, we drive through the Arts District and the Warehouse Section as well as by the World War II Museum, going by the Superdome and through the heart of the business district as we return to your hotel.

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Back on your van, travel along peaceful Bayou St John, where you’ll see houses from the late 1700s.

Garden District (Pass By)

On the drive back to your hotel, you’ll pass through Uptown and along St Charles Avenue, where the grand colonial mansions of the Garden District are some of the most beautiful in all the South.