Creole Kids Tour in New Orleans

Overview

Take a stroll back in time on this unique 90 minute walking tour of the French Quarter. The teacher-led Creole Kids Tour leads elementary aged kids (and their adults) through 6 blocks of the French Quarter explaining who lived here, why they lived here, and what life was like for kids living here in the 19th century. Kids will see pictures of the past, hold artifacts from the past, and reenact a moment in time. Attending adults will walk away with a better understanding of the city- and some very happy kids! Adults are encouraged to participate or to kick back and let their kids lead the show.

City: New Orleans

Mon 24 Feb

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Starting at $25.00

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Mon 24 Feb

Starting at $25.00

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What's Included

Local guide

Professional guide

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

What To Expect

Mississippi River

Families will learn facts about the river and its use over the past centuries. Dad jokes and thought provoking questions are included.

Andrew Jackson Statue

Kids will learn who Andrew Jackson was, what he is best known for, and why there is a statue of him in New Orleans. They will also greet him as a 19th century citizen would.

Jackson Square

In this open park, families will sit in the shade and learn about the different people who controlled, worked, and lived in New Orleans since the 1600s. We'll discuss how this land was used and why people came here- willingly and enslaved. Kids will learn about daily life in the 1800s for free kids vs enslaved children; Americans vs Creoles, and boys vs girls. Thought provoking discussions are woven into the reenactment of aspects of our past while soaking up the sun in this beautiful Square.

St. Louis Cathedral

Families will learn about the role of the Catholic Church in setting up the colony- as well as the Code Noir which governed religion and roles of the enslaved population. We'll peek along the side and hear about one of the most popular Catholic holidays: Mardi Gras.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (52)

travelbug974

Mar 2020

My kids and I enjoyed our Creole tour with Caroline so much that we did the Spooky tour with Sara a few days later. Both tours were fantastic for my 6 year old and my 4 year old got quite a bit out of them too. We talk about things we learned and saw on the tour often. I’d highly recommend these tours at the beginning of your time in the Quarter - it gives the kids (and adults!) some context for what they’ll see. It’s also fantastic for homeschoolers. The tour guides are former teachers and really know how to share info in a way that kids will remember. My six year old left exclaiming “That was the best tour ever!”

ValueHound

Dec 2019

Our six year old enjoyed the Creole Kids tour. Caroline kept a large group of 6 to 11 year olds and their parents engaged the entire time. She did a wonderful job of authenticly engaging with NOLA's beautiful and painful past.

amyfL5553UZ

Dec 2019

She really kept the kids engaged the whole time and my son retained quite a bit. I really appreciated the fact that we moved a good bit and got to see different parts of the French Quarter. My son still talks about the butt pillow and white gold. Highly recommend this tour!