New Orleans Private Carriage Tour
From$325
30 min
New Orleans, USA
About this activity
Enjoy a personalized 30-minute private carriage ride through New Orleans' historic French Quarter, guided by a knowledgeable local driver.
Highlights
- Explore historic Jackson Square
- Admire the architecture of St. Louis Cathedral
- Discover the charm of Royal Street
- Learn about the history of the French Quarter
- Experience the ambiance of Bourbon Street
Full description
Step into the heart of New Orleans with a private horse-drawn carriage tour through the iconic French Quarter. Accompanied by a friendly and knowledgeable local driver, you'll explore the charming streets, historic landmarks, and vibrant culture that make this neighborhood unique. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this intimate experience offers a fresh perspective on the city's rich heritage. Perfect for couples, families, or small groups, this tour provides a comfortable and engaging way to discover the magic of the French Quarter.
Included / Excluded
- Private horse-drawn carriage ride
- Knowledgeable local guide
- Personalized tour of the French Quarter
- Gratuities for the driver and guide
Itinerary
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The Carriage is boarded at the carriage stand located at 700 St. Louis Street, across the street from the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel and the world-famous restaurants, Brennan's & Antoine's. Once your private carriage arrives, hop aboard and ask your carriage driver to take a picture of your group. The carriage tour will be 1-hour in duration, traveling through the French Quarter. The guides are top-rated, local, professional, and licensed through the City of New Orleans. There are no set routes or scripts. Cherish the uniqueness of the tour guide's tours and personalities and encourage them to let their passion shine through their curated tour information. With that being said, the Tours provide passengers the opportunity to customize the carriage tour information to suit the needs. If you have a special tour request, make sure the carriage driver knows right away.
Duration: 45 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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You'll also travel through this charming historic New Orleans neighborhood, dating back to the early 1800s.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Your private mule-drawn carriage will roll past iconic New Orleans landmarks and locations, such as the Louisiana Supreme Court Building, the Napoleon House, and Jackson Square.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: See the Saint Louis Cathedral, the oldest continuously active cathedral in the U.S.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: The French Market is a historic marketplace along the Mississippi River.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Travel along Bourbon Street, the French Quarter's liveliest and wildest thoroughfare, where the rhythmic sounds of jazz, country western, Dixieland and sultry blues permeate the air.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: See Royal Street, full of unusual shops and one of the city's most historic streets.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private tour; only your group will participate.
- Carriages can accommodate up to four passengers; larger groups may need to book multiple carriages.
- Gratuities for the driver and guide are not included and are appreciated for excellent service.
Know before you go
- Dress comfortably and consider bringing a light jacket for cooler evenings.
- Be prepared for a leisurely pace; the carriage ride is approximately 30 minutes long.
- Keep in mind that the French Quarter can be busy; plan accordingly for parking or transportation to the meeting point.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Passengers with disabilities: If you are traveling with someone with limited mobility, please let us know in advance by calling (504) 943-8820 so that we can be prepared to assist him or her into the carriage. We may arrange for your carriage to board at a different location, where strollers, walkers, or wheelchairs can be left behind, and where we can provide assistance to those individuals.
- The Cemetery is Currently Closed Due to Covid -Cemetery: visit Saint Louis Cemetery #1 on all reservations booked between 9am-2pm with the exceptions of holidays and unannounced funerals. Once arrived at the cemetery, tour participants will be granted entry, receiving a private walking tour with her or her guide. The cemetery has lots of uneven and muddy surfaces that are not suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, or walkers.
- In favorable weather conditions, including rain. We ask that all tour participants please dress appropriately for this for the weather.
- This tour activity is subject to be canceled due to inclement weather such as flooding or lightning. By providing a contact cell phone number, we are then able to notify you immediately if there are any changes to your tour activity in regards to weather and or traffic conditions and provide you with the opportunity to reschedule to a better date or time.
- Adults over the age of 21 are allowed to consume alcoholic beverages onboard the carriage. Passengers who appear to be intoxicated will not be allowed to ride the carriage, for safety reasons. This is strictly enforced.
- Pictures are always allowed and encouraged on the carriage during your tour. Please feel free to share your mule-drawn pictures online with your friends. The personally curated tour is proprietary information of the carriage driver. Video filming is only allowed by first asking permission of your carriage driver.
- Tickets are non-refundable once a purchase is completed, and cannot be rescheduled. There are no refunds or reschedules for missed tour appointments. An example of a missed tour appointment is 5 minutes past the scheduled time. After this time you will be considered a NO SHOW and will not be refunded .
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French Quarter carriage your
Asja Jung Was our German speaking guide and she was fantastic.
georgesR4057PTJun 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR
The Big Easy story
Cat our driver was very informative.
Y6629VLjohnhJun 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR
A great time in the French Quarter!!
The driver was fun and informative!
D2922ESamycJun 8, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Must do activity!
What a great experience for our family’s first time in New Orleans. The location was easy to find and check in took under a minute. Our guide, Emily, warmly greeted us and introduced us to our mule, Pearl. She then offered to take some pics before we left. I was impressed by Emily asking what we were interested so her conversation would be focused on our interests. She did a great job incorporating history and ghost stories which is exactly what we wanted. She was very knowledgeable, personable, and friendly. Pearl was a treat to see in action. Taking breaks when needed and walking along the streets. We felt very safe. Would 100% highly recommend.
laura171313Jun 8, 2026TRIPADVISOR
We ordered a private...
We ordered a private carriage ride which was definitely the way to go. Our tour guide was very personable and very knowledgeable. He even stopped to let us get a drink due to the extremely hot and humid weather. The tour was awesome history lesson for New Orleans. I would definitely recommend this carriage tour.
grace_pJun 3, 2026VIATOR
Additional information
Passengers with disabilities: If you are traveling with someone with limited mobility, please let us know in advance by calling (504) 943-8820 so that we can be prepared to assist him or her into the carriage. We may arrange for your carriage to board at a different location, where strollers, walkers, or wheelchairs can be left behind, and where we can provide assistance to those individuals.
The Cemetery is Currently Closed Due to Covid -Cemetery: visit Saint Louis Cemetery #1 on all reservations booked between 9am-2pm with the exceptions of holidays and unannounced funerals. Once arrived at the cemetery, tour participants will be granted entry, receiving a private walking tour with her or her guide. The cemetery has lots of uneven and muddy surfaces that are not suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, or walkers.
In favorable weather conditions, including rain. We ask that all tour participants please dress appropriately for this for the weather.
This tour activity is subject to be canceled due to inclement weather such as flooding or lightning. By providing a contact cell phone number, we are then able to notify you immediately if there are any changes to your tour activity in regards to weather and or traffic conditions and provide you with the opportunity to reschedule to a better date or time.
Adults over the age of 21 are allowed to consume alcoholic beverages onboard the carriage. Passengers who appear to be intoxicated will not be allowed to ride the carriage, for safety reasons. This is strictly enforced.
Pictures are always allowed and encouraged on the carriage during your tour. Please feel free to share your mule-drawn pictures online with your friends. The personally curated tour is proprietary information of the carriage driver. Video filming is only allowed by first asking permission of your carriage driver.
Tickets are non-refundable once a purchase is completed, and cannot be rescheduled. There are no refunds or reschedules for missed tour appointments. An example of a missed tour appointment is 5 minutes past the scheduled time. After this time you will be considered a NO SHOW and will not be refunded .