---
title: French Quarter Carriage Tours
slug: french-quarter-carriage-tours-new-orleans
type: attraction
sub_type: carriage rides & tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/french-quarter-carriage-tours-new-orleans
city: New Orleans
state: LA
country: US
address: 700 Decatur St.
geo:
  lat: 29.95683
  lng: -90.06241
duration: up to 1 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:22:41.857Z
price_from:
  amount: 60
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 5
  count: 7031
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: French Quarter and More Horse and Carriage Ride
        price: 60
        regular_price: 65
        savings: 5
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (5-12 yrs)
            min_age: 5
            max_age: 12
---
## Overview

Explore the French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny neighborhood on a New Orleans carriage tour, seeing top sights like the Napoleon House, Saint Louis Cathedral, and Ironwork Balconies while discovering over 300 years of history from the comfort of a carriage.

## What's Included
- Horse-drawn carriage tour admission with a licensed driver/guide
- Sightseeing tour of the French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny neighborhoods

## What's Not Included
- Hotel transportation

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## Ticket Options

- **French Quarter and More Horse and Carriage Ride** — $60.00 (regularly $65.00, save $5.00)
  Discover 300 years of New Orleans history, culture, and architecture on a mule-drawn carriage tour. Guided by a licensed local expert, this 1-hr experience highlights tales of resilience, Creole charm, jazz, cuisine, and more in the vibrant French Quarter and Marigny Neighborhood.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (5-12 yrs)

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## Good to Know
* Experience the culture, architecture, and history of New Orleans.
* Visit the vibrant French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny neighborhoods.
* Family-friendly tour aboard a carriage with a well-trained mule and licensed guide.
* Children ages 4 and under can join for free.
* Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled tour time.
* Meet at 700 Decatur St. in front of Jackson Square.
* Tour duration is approximately 1 hour.
* Tours run rain or shine; dress appropriately.
* Carriages can accommodate up to 8 passengers.
* Pets allowed only small lapdogs; service animals are permitted.
* Tour is not wheelchair accessible due to carriage design.
* Drinks, including alcohol, are allowed but intoxicated passengers are not tolerated.
* Smoking is not allowed during tours.
* Photography is encouraged.
* Carriage drivers are licensed tour guides.
* Tours do not wait for late arrivals.
* Boarding may take up to 20 minutes.

## Cancellation Policy
Free Changes & Cancellations are available; details are provided upon selection.

## FAQs

### Where does the tour depart from?
Guests will board the carriages and depart from 700 Decatur Street in front of Jackson Square.

### How long is the tour?
Tour duration is approximately 1 hour.

### How early should I arrive?
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour time. Check in with the Royal Carriages Supervisor who will place you on the correct carriage. Please note that boarding may take up to 20 minutes on all tours.

### What happens if I arrive late?
Tours do not wait for late arrivals. Please do your best to arrive before your tour time.

### How many people can go on the tour?
Carriages can accommodate up to 8 passengers.

### Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, the carriage tour is enjoyable for all ages. Plus, children ages 4 and under can join for free!

### Can I bring a pet?
The carriages are pet-friendly but will only allow small lapdogs. Also, service animals are allowed.

### Is the carriage tour wheelchair-accessible?
No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible. Due to the carriages' historic design, guests must climb a few steps to board. If you have mobility concerns, please contact Royal Carriages via the number on your e-ticket for assistance.

### Can I bring drinks on the carriage tour? Is alcohol allowed?
Yes. Guests can bring drinks, including alcohol, for the carriage tour. However, please note that intoxicated passengers will not be tolerated.

### Is smoking allowed during the carriage tours?
No.

### What happens if it rains?
Carriages have roofs, so tours run rain or shine. However, for severe weather (strong winds, significant thunder and lightning), Royal Carriages may suspend operations and notify you in advance. If suspended, you can reschedule, cancel for a full refund, or receive a gift certificate for future use.

### What should I wear?
Dress in comfortable, weather-appropriate attire.

### Are carriage drivers licensed tour guides too?
Yes. Carriage drivers must first have a tour guide license issued by the city of New Orleans before obtaining a carriage driver license.

### Is hotel transportation provided?
No.

### Is photography allowed?
Yes. Photography is encouraged.