French Quarter Food Walk: Cajun, Creole and Culture
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the historic French Quarter
- Savor authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine
- Learn about New Orleans' cultural heritage
- Visit iconic landmarks like Jackson Square
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll through vibrant streets
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour through the French Quarter
- Tasting of traditional Cajun and Creole dishes
- Insights into New Orleans' rich cultural history
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Itinerary
Please enter Jackson Square and look for the equestrian statue of Andrew Jackson at the center of the square. Your guide will be waiting beside the statue, facing St. Louis Cathedral.
Explore America’s oldest public market, a lively hub of flavors and culture. Sample local bites, meet colorful characters, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere that’s been buzzing for centuries.
Stroll the French Quarter’s charming streets and savor the flavors that define New Orleans. Taste a classic Cajun dish, spice things up with hot sauce, and dive into a hearty gumbo.
Meeting point
Start Location
Jackson Square, Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
- Vegetarian options are available; please inform the guide in advance.
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared to walk approximately 1.5 miles over 2.5 hours.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Can you accommodate vegetarian or special dietary requirements? Some stops on this tour are not always able to accommodate vegetarian or other dietary requirements. While substitutions may not be available at all locations, your guide will be happy to offer recommendations on where you can purchase suitable alternative food during the tour.
- Will food options or portion sizes vary? Food options, portion sizes, and stops may vary depending on the season and the locations visited on the day of the tour. That said, the total amount of food included is always designed to equal a full meal.
- Expect a variety of local food samples along the way. Tastings may include a beignet, a local New Orleans specialty, a Po’boy or muffuletta, a cup of gumbo, and a local sweet treat. Food selections may vary depending on the day and vendor availability.
- How much walking is involved on this tour? This is a walking tour covering approximately 14 blocks, or about 1.5 miles (2.4 km), on foot. The pace is relaxed, with regular stops along the way.
- Is this tour child-friendly? Yes! This tour is suitable for families. Children under 4 years old can join free of charge. A reduced child price applies for children aged 4 to 11. progress
- The Sample menu is just an example and expected to change
Reviews
This was a great tour that not only included local charm, great Italian eats, insider tips on how to experience Boston, but also a great history lesson you don't always read in the books.
Would definitely recommend this night tour to everyone. Our driver, Carl, was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Our 7 year olds loved the tour a lot and consider it the best part of their Washington DC trip. I can see it being a bit hard to enjoy it fully when the weather doesn't cooperate but we had some great weather so we were really lucky.
We enjoyed our guide Bob and trainee Maddie. Our group was small, including us "locals" from Vermont, two world travelers from Minnesota, and a couple from Ireland. Rain dampened our walk and our clothes, yet we still enjoyed the learning, the history, the food and the company. Bob was very knowledgeable and informative and friendly. We highly recommend him and the North End Foodie Tour!
Traveler reviews
Start of the Girl’s Weekend
This was the start of weekend events to celebrate two ladies, one turned 30 and the other 50. Katherine was a fantastic tour guide! She took us to wonderful local stops and not only did we have fantastic food, but she shared local history with us as well. She was fun, kind and I would highly recommend the tour, but specifically Katherine as the tour guide. Thank you Katherine for a great start to our girls weekend celebration!!!
Food Sampling !
Andre did a great job sharing information about the diversity of the city, people and food. The variety of foods was a great way to start our trip!
Excellent Food Samples in New Orleans.
Tour guide Andre Dardeau was an excellent guide. He took us to restaurants that we probably would have never found on our own and they served delicious food. Really enjoyed the history of the food dishes.
Walking Food Tour
A fabulous tour with a fabulous guide! Kristi was really lovely, very friendly and very knowledgeable. Would absolutely recommend doing this tour if you are in New Orleans.
Great food tasting tour
Andre D. was awesome as our guide. The places we visited and food were great. He was very knowledgeable about the history. Highly recommended this tour and Andre.