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New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour

4.8(63)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 63 reviews3 hFree cancellationBy Bon Moment NOLA
Enjoy our iconic beignets and cafe au lait!

About this activity

Take an all-inclusive three stop food tour that highlights New Orleans history through food. This 3 hour guided walking tour of the Garden District starts at the Lafayette Cemetery then explores the Garden District's historic mansions, colorful shotgun houses, and beautiful oaks. After a brief walk through the neighborhood, enjoy a full meal of signature New Orleans cuisine: po-boys, red beans & rice, jambalaya, beignets and gumbo, spread out over 3 local eateries. Taste the multicultural influences of Creoles, Cajuns & immigrants in signature dishes like po-boys, red beans and rice and beignets. Check out locally-owned shops & leave with a full stomach, plenty of stories and lots of recommendations for the rest of your visit! We are one of the few food tours that accommodate most allergies, even gluten-free and vegetarian. Kid-friendly: adventurous eaters of any age are welcome on the Garden District Food tour, but ages 5+ require a ticket.

What's included

  • ✓Professional guide
  • ✓Alcoholic Beverages
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Gratuities
  • ✓Beverages
  • ✓Local taxes
  • ✓Coffee and/or Tea
  • ✓Food tasting

Not included

  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

  • NOT IN THE RESTAURANT: Meet on the corner of Washington Ave & Coliseum St.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions if we are made aware of them 48 hrs in advance. Children and teens welcome- please let us know 48 hrs in advance if anyone is under 21 so we can accommodate.
  • The Garden District tour covers approximately 8 blocks of walking at a relaxed pace across 3 hours.
  • We are one of the few food tours that accommodate most food allergies/dietary restrcitions, even gluten-free and vegetarian.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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