New Orleans Carriage Ride Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore historic French Quarter
- Visit Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral
- Learn about local history and culture
- Enjoy scenic carriage ride
- Experience New Orleans' charm
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided carriage ride through French Quarter
- Visit to Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral
- Insightful commentary on local history and culture
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
Discover the history and mystery of the French Quarter, also known as the Vieux Carre. See prominent landmarks such as the St. Louis Cathedral, French Market, Spanish Cabildo, Pontalba Buildings, Place D'Armes, and Napoleon House. Learn about important events such as the Great Fire of 1788, Battle of New Orleans, etc. Admire the architecture of Creole Esplanade, Old Slave Quarters, French Coffee Houses, Spanish Patios, and Ironwork Balconies
Pass by: St. Louis Cathedral is the oldest continuously active cathedral in the U.S.
Pass by: See this historic market area, overlooking the Mississippi.
Pass by: This Spanish colonial building was made from a mold crafted by Dr. Francesco Antommarchi, who was one of Napoleon Bonaparte's physicians at the time of his death. The museum is now home to Napoleon's death mask.
Pass by: Often referred to as the “oldest apartment building in the U.S."
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tours operate rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
- Carriages can accommodate up to 6 passengers; larger groups may require multiple carriages.
- Gratuity for the driver is not included and is appreciated.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for the weather.
- Bring a camera to capture the scenic views and historic sites.
- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Deep cleaning for carriages
Traveler reviews
Great experience
Our tour guide was very informative. She was pleasant and helpful. We were able to jump off and on the buggy to take pictures . And buy souvenirs.
Recommend this tour.
Good Tour. The driver was friendly and answered all my questions. He pointed out the interesting sights. Had a great time.
Awesome
Our rider was so good. He was very knowledgeable.
Have had better
We took a one hour tour. We had a 9:00am reservation, but at 9:00 there was not a mule in sight. I called Royal Carriage and they finally determined that he was on his way and eventually he did get there. The drive was interesting, but we could not hear much of what the guide was saying. He had no sound amplification, so unless we hit a quiet spot and he turned around, we really didn’t know what he was talking about. We took a pedicab tour that was infinitely better than this.
So interesting!
We rode with Chris today and it was my four year wedding anniversary! Chris was super sweet, knowledgeable and very detailed! Super cool experience!