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Stories That Built New Orleans: Historical Walking Tour

Stories That Built New Orleans: Historical Walking Tour

Overview

Do you prefer museums over movie theaters or sporting events? Is your budget for non-fiction books way too high?

Well friend, you have found your people; but be warned, we pull no punches... There will be no sugar-coating of New Orleans’ wild history on this tour. Prepare to be transported through time as your experienced storyteller paints a detailed picture of what life was like during different eras of French Quarter history. From Yellow Fever and the toll it took on our city, to the famous Jackson Square and the establishment of La Nouvelle Orleans; from the history of enslaved peoples and their impact on religion and culture, to what makes the architecture in our city so incredibly unique; from our historical red light district, to the earliest notes of jazz.

This tour will have you laughing and crying as you grapple with all that New Orleans has gone through to get where it is today. History lovers, join us on an adventure through the real, gritty history of New Orleans.

City: New Orleans

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $24.99

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What's Included

Live Guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Jackson Square

From the earliest settlers in the city, to slave rebellions, to the amazing woman who was Michaela Almonester. You'll learn all about where this city started and how far it's come.

St. Louis Cathedral

See the outside of the beautiful St. Louis Cathedral and hear a bit about early economics, smuggling, and piracy in the city.

Voodoo Authentica

Voodoo is a huge part of New Orleans history and culture. Hear all about what New Orleans Voodoo is, isn't, and about our incredible Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveau.

Old Ursuline Convent Museum

Learn about the Ursuline nuns, how they came to New Orleans, and how the impacted early life in the city.

Royal Street

Learn a bit more about what New Orleans looked like in the 18th and 19th century, as Yellow Fever and numerous fires ravaged the city.

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

End at one of New Orleans' oldest bars.

Madame John's Legacy

For this architecture stop, you'll hear all about different types of New Orleans' architecture and what makes it unique.

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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 (24)

timmV2447KT

Dec 2022

Graham was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge of New Orleans is incredible, and is really engaging in how his shares it. You can tell how passionate he is, and it rubs off! Definitely recommend checking out this great tour.

Nikon K

Dec 2022

Great tour and a fantastic guide. Lots of interesting information about the history of New Orleans before the American acquisition. Great tour for anyone interested in knowing more about the first 100 years of the city

LordCowmanIII

Nov 2022

Graham is extremely knowledgeable about the history of the city. If you are looking for a historical tour of the city, with a dip into architecture and local business favorites you are in the right place!