Adults Only - Historic Red Light District Walking Tour in New Orleans booking from $32.00

Adults Only - Historic Red Light District Walking Tour

Overview

If you’re looking for something less familiar than “haunted history”—but just as entertaining—this daytime journey through the sex, class, and music of “Storyville”, our historic “vice district”, is just what the witch doctor ordered. Populated with legendary brothel owners, notorious criminals, crusaders for equality, and pioneering jazz virtuosos, this is a stroll through some of the most jaw-dropping history the state of Louisiana has to offer.

Thanks to the miraculous work of city archivists, as well as historians like the one who curated our tour, Hottest Hell is now able to resurrect this forgotten neighborhood through a combination of historic photographs, visual aids, and narrative storytelling. Each tour guests receives their own “blue book” - modeled after the printed ‘guides to gals’ that ‘Tenderloin’ visitors could purchase - to help better see what was lost when Storyville was replaced.

Our tours go out rain or shine. Intoxicated travelers will not be permitted.

City: New Orleans

Mon 22 Dec

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What's Included

Storyville walking tour with in-person guide

A 24-page visual aid

Lincensed, insured, and bonded tour operator

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 30 minutes prior for check-in. Tours depart at their scheduled time, sharp
Adults only
Please plan in advance for Ubers, taxis, Lyfts, and travel mishaps. We cannot accommodate late arrivals
Intoxicated travelers will not be permitted
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travellers
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

What To Expect

Congo Square

It is here you will explore the former gathering site of Voodoo practitioners.

Jackson Square

Here you will see stand before the historic structure where famed Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau would pray on Sundays, and would eventually be married.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (26)

kaitdsny

Oct 2021

Great, great tour. Not only was it fascinating to learn about all of the different history and stories, but Bond was a brilliant tour guide who made learning about Storyville not only informative but fun!

Response from Host

Oct 2021

Thank you so much Kaitlyn!! Bond mentioned how much she enjoyed having you both in the group this morning, especially since she personally developed the Backatown tour for guests like you who want to know the REAL history behind this famous part of our city. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with everyone!

Samisweets

Aug 2021

This was such a fun and unique tour! Of course you can go on any haunted tour or ghost tour but this is the first offered outside of the scares and really highlights the underground fun, taboos and sexual side of New Orleans history. Christo was so passionate and energetic-was very knowledgeable! You can tell he loves his job. He mentioned maybe opening his own bed and breakfast with the feel of a back in the day Madame house and I 1000% support it!

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Thanks again Samantha!! We really appreciate you helping to spread the word about the Backatown tour, since not enough people realize there's a lot of awesome history here beyond just the dark stories the French Quarter is most famous for. Thanks for choosing Hottest Hell and we hope to see you again someday!

missyandmark2019

Aug 2021

My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed the entire tour!! Christo was amazingly knowledgeable and brought the history to life. If you are looking for the back story of New Orleans and where it all started this is THE TOUR! Best and realest tour I’ve experienced.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Thank you Missy!! It was great to have you both join us and we're glad that Christo made it such a memorable experience for you. Thanks for taking the time to post this awesome review!

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Adults Only - Historic Red Light District Walking Tour

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