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

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

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 Fees

Adults (21+)

$12.00

Seniors (62+), students & ages 13-20

$10.00


Children 12 & under, accompanied by an adult


FREE

Tour proceeds and store proceeds benefit the Friends of the Cabildo, which is 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 System. 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 and The Old Mint presents two of New Orleans most unique institutions, Mardi Gras and jazz. The "Madam John's Legacy," a French Colonial home, focuses on folkart. All proceeds from our tours and other fund raising activities aid in the support of these historic sites.

The Friends of the Cabildo offices are located in the historic Creole House at 701 Chartres Street.

Address written inquiries to:
Friends of the Cabildo-Tours
701 Chartres Street
New Orleans, LA 70116
Phone: (504) 523-3939
Fax: (504) 524-9130
or send an E-Mail to
Enid Fahrenholt

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. Shop at the Friends of the Cabildo 1850 House Museum Store and/or the Cabildo Museum Store for books and unique mementos of your visit to New Orleans.

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!

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