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St. Charles Avenue Streetcar

St Charles Ave · New Orleans, LA

Why you should go…

The St. Charles Avenue streetcar line has run since 1835, making it the oldest continuously operating streetcar line in the world, and its green cars are a National Historic Landmark. The route covers about 13 miles between downtown and Uptown, passing Garden District mansions, Audubon Park, and Tulane and Loyola universities. Single rides and unlimited day passes are both available.

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  • #historic transit
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  • #uptown
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Good to know

General tours guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Confirm the meeting point

    It is often a corner, a lobby, or a dock rather than the address you searched for. Check it the night before.

  • Small groups fill first

    In high season the intimate departures sell out well before the big-bus options do.

  • Ask how much is on foot

    Knowing how much of the route is walking, standing, or outdoors tells you what to wear and carry.

  • Read the weather policy

    Cancellation windows and rain rules vary by operator, and they are easier to find before you pay than after.

What's around here?

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