Culinary & Cocktail Tour with New Orleans Steamboat Company
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly walking on flat, paved city streets
Overview
Dive into New Orleans’ rich culinary roots with a hands-off cooking class followed by a cocktail walking tour. Taste iconic dishes and sip legendary cocktails in the historic French Quarter.
Adventure Tips
Bring comfortable shoes
The walking portion winds through several historic bars in the French Quarter on urban sidewalks.
Arrive on time
Meet your cocktail tour guide outside the cooking school by 4:15 p.m. to ensure a smooth transition between sessions.
Bring ID and be 21+
Participants must be at least 21 years old to sample alcoholic beverages during the tour.
Stay hydrated
Alongside cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks like coffee and iced tea are provided during the cooking class; drink water as needed during the walk.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban songbirds like mockingbirds
- occasional riverboats on the Mississippi River
History
New Orleans’ cocktail culture dates back to the early 19th century, with the Sazerac cocktail originating here in 1838, blending French absinthe and American rye whiskey traditions.
Conservation
The walking tour helps reduce French Quarter vehicle traffic, supporting preservation of historic streetscapes and improving urban air quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for the walking portion through historic urban streets.
Photo ID
Required for age verification to sample cocktails.
Light rain jacket
Useful during spring showers that may occur during the walk.
spring specific
Sunscreen
Protect your skin during afternoon walking under the southern sun.
summer specific