Ernie’s Tours

my girlfriends and I took a tour w/​Ernie and it was great. He gave us a huge discount since it was about 12 of us. We probably shouldn’t have done the tour in the middle of a mardigras parade but it was still enjoyable. He was very sweet and knowledgeable and stopped whenever we wanted to take a picture. He advised us where Brad & Angelina live and we might have gone back to stalk their home after lol. I really loved the cemetery it was beautiful in a very eerie type of way. Thank you Ernie :)

We booked a tour with Ernie for our NOLA vacation and were fortunately enough to be the only couple on the tour. Unlike another (very expensive) tour we booked, Ernie didn’t cancel on us, but instead took us on a 2 person tour so we were fortunate enough to have him all to ourselves. Ernie certainly has a passion for the history of New Orleans, and the tour was very informative. You can absolutely tell that Ernie loves the city. It is evident, as well, that Ernie knows everyone (and I do mean EVERYONE) in the French Quarter, and, like a pro, he’s able to work even THAT into the tour. When an exterminator drives by and slows to say hi to Ernie, Ernie waves back and, without missing a step, pointed out to us the metal plates in the sidewalk that are there for termite treatment which buildings are required to have (it was more interesting that I’m making it out to be, trust me.)
He’s also a really funny guy and manages to pack in a LOT of history while managing to not sound like he’s told the story a million times before. After our tour, Ernie was very nice and helped us locate our next appointment and made some recommendations as well.
Ernie also helpfully emails you a list of books that he mentions on the tour if you want to do further reading after the tour concludes. Highly recommended!

We just got back from our cemetery tour with Ernie. We were thrilled with Ernie, he was very knowledgable and entertaining on top of that. Not only did he educate us on some history of NOLA, he made us laugh and enjoy the time. As we walked through St. Louis Cemetery, I overheard other tour guides giving their tour; wow was I glad I booked with Ernie and not them… lighten up people and be a little more energetic like Ernie!

Definitely gave a lot of information. Very personable.

Ernie is energetic and knowledgeable in all things New Orleans! We walked and stopped at a cemetery where Ernie gave us great and entertaining history. Amazing tour, would definitely recommend checking out his tour!

Awesome tour! Very historical, I learned a lot. Nola til ya die! Ernie is a great guide.

Ernie is the best! He is enthusiastic about what he does and he loves sharing his knowledge of the area. While at St Louis cemetery we passed/​saw/​heard several other tour guides. They seemed like they were doing it because it was their job. You can tell Ernie lives for this stuff. If you’re going to take a tour in New Orleans, take Ernie’s. You will not be disappointed!

This was the highlight of the trip. Earnie really knows and loves the history of this city. His passion for giving tours and educating people on the history of New Orleans was quite impressive.
I would highly recommend.

My husband and I took a cemetery tour with Ernie while on our visit to NOLA. We both agreed that this was one of the best tours we have ever had. Ernie was personable and animated. He was also very knowledgeable about the history and culture of NOLA. We had so MUCH fun and will definitely take one of his tours again in a heart beat! I HIGHLY recommend his tour to everyone. Do not take any other NOLA tours unless it is with Ernie!

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Ernie gave a very informative tour of some New Orleans history along the way to the cemetery. You also stop for a bathroom break half way through the tour.

My sister and I did a tour. It was awesome, Ernie (aka Saints and Bastards Tours) was extremely knowledgeable, personable and funny. I had a problem redeeming my LivingSocial voucher on the website, but he welcomed us and took care of it on the spot. I enjoyed all the information and background of the city… if you don’t know you better ask someone!!!

Yes, the hype is true: Ernie is awesome! Highly recommend for the cemetery tour. Super knowledgeable, funny, personable. One of the highlights of our trip.
I arranged a tour for 12 ladies visitng New Orleans and we all loved Ernie. Truly a New Orleans treasure.

Fantastic tour! It is all about the guide and how much they are into it and Ernie is the BEST. I was dreading the tour because the last time I went, the guide bored me to tears. Ernie was knowledgeable and funny which made all the difference!

We specifically requested Ernie base on a recommendation from a co-​worker. This was our first time to New Orleans and we were looking for something to do other than drink, eat, and sweat. Luckily we found something that gave us a break from two out of the three.
Ernie is the epitome of tour guide. He has the brains and the personality to make a your educational without feeling like you back in 8^th grade history waiting for the bell to ring.
Here are some other tidbits of information that might be helpful for future tour attendees:
— The Cemetery Tour lasted 2 hours
— We walked around 1 — 1.5 miles total
— There was a half time potty break at the visitor center
— Road booze is permitted (obviously)
Overall, I highly recommend booking a tour with Ernie.

Ernie is AH-​MAZING! best tour I’ve ever been on! Ernie is personable, incredibly knowledgable, and FUNNY! This guy knows his stuff – definitely fork up whatever the cost is and DO HIS TOUR! You won’t regret it!

This was my fifth tour with Ernie I believe Ernie gives one of the best history tours of the city that I’ve seen.

This tour was AMAZING. I hadn’t gotten around to a review for a few months.
I took 2 tours. One of the quarter and one of the cemetery. Both were great. Ernie is beyond knowledgable and makes the history lesson you’re getting (in addition to the tour) fun. He speaks loud enough for everyone to hear and his pace is perfect. He was funny, personable and interacts with everyone. I would recommend his tour to everyone.

Yesterday my daughter and I took Ernie’s cemetery tour of St. Louis No. 1, and we loved it! I only wish we’d gone on our first day in town: the most interesting, thorough account of the founding of the city of New Orleans we heard from any of our local guides. Definitely recommend!

Stop reading this and call for a reservation immediately!
I’ve been way down south to sweet old New Orleans 6 times, and every time I still play tourist and take tours. Ernie has been my guide for nearly all my tours. The man knows his stuff, and he is phenomenal storyteller. He also happens to have his degree in History. If you are in New Orleans take a tour it’s great way to learn the history of the city in a fun way. Pay attention, and do NOT forget to tip the guide.