This post lists the top five voodoo shops in New Orleans. We go over what makes them unique, what they specialize in, and what you can buy at them. We make sure to know this information because, as local walking tour guides, we’re asked all the time by our tour guests where they can go […]
This post will provide information about the best ways to save money finding a place to stay while you’re in New Orleans. We include details about hotels, hostels, bed and breakfasts, airbnb and more. Overview While many of the best activities in New Orleans are quite affordable, one of your biggest expenses is going to […]
This post is a guide to choosing the best time to visit New Orleans. We include when it is the cheapest to go, when to expect the best weather, and a month-by-month comparison. Let's get started! THE QUICK ANSWERS The best time to visit New Orleans depends on what "best" means to you. If by […]
This post provides a simple itinerary to help you experience as much of New Orleans as possible in just one day, including tips about how to prepare for a day of sightseeing in the Big Easy. 1-Day in New Orleans Itinerary Get ready for a deep dive into this wonderful city. This itinerary is intended […]
Let Free Tours by Foot help you plan your trip to New Orleans. Our local experts have written everything you need to know about what to do and see in NOLA. In the sections below you'll find our most popular blog posts detailing insider information and our best advice. If you just don’t know where […]
This post lists our picks for the top New Orleans attractions that first-time visitors should plan to see. As local walking tour guides, we developed this post in the hopes that our experiences and expertise can help you plan your itineraries. We lead dozens of walking tours each week showing hundreds of visitors the charms […]
New Orleans Weather in October is perfect with warm but pleasant days and mild to cool, comfortable nights. This is the driest month of the year in the Big Easy and the best time to take one or more of our walking tours. How Hot Is New Orleans in October? Early in the month, the days […]
This post covers things to do in November in London, including nighttime, free, and family-friendly options, all updated for 2024. November can be a great time to visit, with temperatures still well above freezing and little rainfall during most of the month. Costs for hotels and flights costs about as low as they get during […]
This guide provides information for visitors about the most well-known and important neighborhoods in New Orleans, Louisiana. We include maps listing each of the notable attractions in the areas. French Quarter (Vieux Carré) This is the most well-known of the New Orleans neighborhoods, which runs adjacent to the Mississippi River. It’s home to some of […]
This post covers several fun things to see and do for Halloween in New Orleans. Most of these events and activities take place annually. As local tour guides, including Andy in the video below, we love Halloween and we know that this is a special city to celebrate it in. We are members of various […]
This post is a practical guide to visiting cemeteries in New Orleans. We include tips on which to choose, explanations of what you will see, as well as guided tours (including our own). We are a group of local tour guides with decades of experience leading guests on tours through many of the city's famous […]
A lot of people worry about how safe it is to visit New Orleans, and while this is a generally valid concern, they are often a bit overblown. This post will cover some of the most common questions visitors have when coming to New Orleans and provide 7 tips for staying safe during your visit. […]
There is a lot to see and do both in and around the St. Louis Cathedral. This post will provide details about planning a trip to this location, attending mass, taking a tour, and seeing all of the attractions you will find nearby. PLAN YOUR VISIT St. Louis Cathedral is located in the heart of […]
This post will explain the second lines in New Orleans, where and when to find them, and how to join in. We also explain their history and evolution. WHAT IS A SECOND LINE? The second line is a foot parade led by a brass band. The most famous ones are jazz funerals, where during a […]
This post covers the August weather in New Orleans, including average temperatures, how much rain to expect, hurricane probabilities, and much more. Let's get started! AVERAGE TEMPERATURES IN AUGUST New Orleans in August tends to be hot and humid with daily daytime high temperatures consistently in the lower 90s F (32-33 C). Late night and […]
This post is about visiting the Audubon Zoo and goes over what to expect from your visit, directions there, hours, and ticket information including how to find deals to save you money. As local walking tour guides, we’ve all been to the Zoo and enjoyed it a lot. To make your visit the best it […]
