Experience a memorable two-hour walking tour
in one of the oldest communities in the United States:
the historic Vieux Carré in New Orleans.

Tours start in Jackson Square at the 1850 House Museum Store at 523 St. Ann Street.

Tours are conducted by city licensed guides and emphasize the history, architecture, and folklore of this fascinating city.

DAILY TOURS:
Tuesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
No tours on State Holidays.
No reservations are needed; please arrive 15 minutes before tour start.

TOUR PRICES:

Tour proceeds and store proceeds benefit Friends of the Cabildo,  a non-profit volunteer group organized in 1956 to provide support for the Louisiana State Museum.

There are six museums in the New Orleans French Quarter that are operated by the Louisiana State Museum. The Cabildo traces the history of the city, while the Presbytere, Mardi Gras Museum and the Arsenal display exhibits of local interest. The 1850 House shows life as it was in mid-1800 New Orleans.  In addition, the Old U.S. Mint and “Madame John's Legacy” are part of the Museum system.   All proceeds from our tours and other fund raising activities aid in the support of these historic sites, and in the ongoing educational programming of the Museum.

Friends of the Cabildo offices are located in the historic Creole House at 701 Chartres Street.  Shop at the 1850 House Museum Store for books and unique mementos of your visit to New Orleans.

Address written inquiries to
Kaitlin Ryan, Executive Director, or to:
Friends of the Cabildo
701 Chartres St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
Phone: (504) 523-3939
Fax: (504) 524-9130

Customized tours of this historic area, including the city, historic homes, courtyards, the
Garden District, plantations, or other tours may be arranged for groups of 10 or more.

We are interested in expanding our tours!

Please let us know if there are any special tours of
the French Quarter that you would like to see us provide.
Please write Kaitlin@friendsofthecabildo.org with your ideas!