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Walking Tour about The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful Women of New Orleans

Walking Tour about The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful Women of New Orleans

Overview

New Orleans always has had its adventurous spirit, and that spirit is not just restricted to the men. In this tour, the only of its kind, we will discover the great women of New Orleans’ past - in every field: politics, piracy, culinary, entertainment, science and some jobs best not mentioned.

City: New Orleans

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $10.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $10.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Your guide will lead you on an amazing, fun-filled journey through the French Quarter, New Orleans!

While we do not enter buildings, we do stop at each location listed.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please be aware a minimum of 4 guests are required to run this tour.
Our humidity will fool you & dehydration will definitely ruin your vacation! Sunscreen, hat, umbrella & sunglasses are also highly recommended
Stop at itinerary listed at least 10 minutes outside
Not recommended for travelers with breathing problems in Summer months, due to humidity.
Approximately a one mile walking tour.
Not recommended for those with walking or standing problems
The city of New Orleans has lifted mask mandates in public areas, but it is highly recommended you have a mask available for each person in your party. Restaurants, bars, & shops require properly worn masks to enter. It is also recommended you continue to mask & socially distance while on tour.

What To Expect

Hermann-Grima House

Please meet your guide 15 minutes prior to tour time at 820 St. Louis St. If the gates are not open, please meet by the sign.

Bourbon Street

Many of the women discussed had some connection to Bourbon Street, whether through business or pleasure.

Jackson Square

Baroness Pontalba was anything but a meek, dependent woman! You will be amazed by her story!

St. Louis Cathedral

Henriette Delille, foundress of the Sisters of the Holy Family, is up for Sainthood. Your guide will explain the process & how far along it is.

Old Ursuline Convent Museum

The history of the Ursuline Convent and the nuns, who came to educate the young ladies of the city of New Orleans, is miraculous!

Beauregard-Keyes House

Frances Parkinson Keyes, famous author, owned & lived in this home, where she wrote some of her most famous works!

Lalaurie Mansion

Aside from the horror stories told about the Madame LaLaurie, there is another side & another story, concerning her life in New Orleans. This is a private home. No entry.

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Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (4)

NathanBarone

Aug 2021

We loved our tour with Mikko! He was chalk full of wonderful anecdotes about the women's history of NoLa and it's history in general. His storytelling was super engrossing and high energy, and he had great answers to any questions we asked. Including tips on dining, fine and otherwise. It was a blast all around, and the time flew by.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Thank you, so much for your review! We appreciate your support & look forward to seeing you on a return visit!

KatieBgood123

Jul 2021

THIS is the New Orleans Tour everyone should take. Mikko is the MAN! Interesting, entertaining, thoughtful...it doesn't get any better! If you want to actually learn about New Orleans female history and have a fabulous time doing it, do not hesitate...go directly to the Check Availability button and click. My friend and I enjoyed this experience so much, we will be back next year with our spouses to do it again. Also, "Shout-out" to Tamara who organized and communicated beautifully. :-)

lringstr

Jul 2021

I posted this review on the company's site and am adding it here on Trip Advisor too because I want more people to see this. Mikko was our guide on the women's tour - and he could not have been better! The hour flew by, chock full of fascinating anecdotes about powerful New Orleans women throughout the 17th-19th centuries. Mikko was informative, breaking down relevant historical contexts in an easy-to-digest way (tours often can't hold my attention for long), as well as entertaining. He also made sure to check in regarding water/restroom breaks, important in the New Orleans summer heat, and took us to a cute local watering hole along the way! If you're in New Orleans and considering going on a tour, Mikko's your man. - Lena, CA

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thank you, so much, for your review! We appreciate you taking both the Cemetery & the Good, Bad & Beautiful Women of New Orleans tours! Please visit us again soon!