New Orleans No-Nonsense Walking Tour for History Lovers
Duration: 2 hours
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 Orléans; 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.
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Itinerary
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Stops at: Jackson SquareFrom 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.Duration: 30 minutes
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Stops at: St. Louis CathedralSee the outside of the beautiful St. Louis Cathedral and hear a bit about early economics, smuggling, and piracy in the city.Duration: 10 minutes
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Stops at: Voodoo AuthenticaVoodoo 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.Duration: 10 minutes
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Stops at: Old Ursuline Convent MuseumLearn about the Ursuline nuns, how they came to New Orleans, and how the impacted early life in the city.Duration: 20 minutes
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Stops at: Madame John's LegacyFor this architecture stop, you'll hear all about different types of New Orleans' architecture and what makes it unique.Duration: 10 minutes
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Stops at: Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop BarEnd at one of New Orleans' oldest bars.Duration: 5 minutes
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Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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- Live Guide
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- This tour is BYOB.
Additional Information:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- While we do our best to accommodate all guests with mobility issues, the conditions of the terrain in the historic French Quarter present challenges. Please book accordingly.
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