Private Guided Walking Tour of Bourbon Street
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes
Learn about the rich & diverse history of the world's most famous or "infamous" street. Explore Bourbon street in the morning hours to avoid crowds and distractions.You'll start at the top near Canal st and end at America's oldest bar, that has been serving drinks since 1732. Halfway through we'll stop for Louisiana's official state doughnut and Big Easy style coffee with chicory, a local favorite.
Listen to stories & tales about the city's most famous cocktails and which libation was even a favorite of founding father, Benjamin Franklin. You'll learn about the origins of Bourbon st starting in the 18th century with the royal family of France. As you make your way down the street you'll hear how the street changed with the influx of sailors in the 40s and the local fame of its burlesque dancers in the 50s and 60s and their involvement with notorious politicians & mobsters of the time.
Your local guide will share personal stories & secrets from growing up in the Big Easy.
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Itinerary
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Stops at: Bourbon StreetEnjoy a fully guided tour walking down the country's most famous or infamous street. Hear stories of the street's origin from the 18th century, mobsters, burlesque dancers, Mardi Gras, and corruption.Duration: 90 minutes
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Stops at: Old Absinthe HouseOne of the city's oldest and most infamous bars serving the "original green fairy!" Hear tales of visitors from Andrew Jackson and Teddy Roosevelt!Duration: 4 minutes
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Stops at: Preservation HallEnjoy a photo stop at the world's most famous jazz hall and see where some of the world's greatests have played.
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Stops at: Tropical IsleHear the story of now the most famous drink and drink container in the country and how it ties into the world fair of 1984
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Stops at: Marie Laveau House of VoodooHear stories about the world's most famous voodoo queen and the history of New Orleans and voodoo.
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Stops at: Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop BarEnd the tour at the oldest bar in American and hear stories of New Orleans' very own pirate Jean Lafitte! And grab a hurricane or voodoo daiquiri if you wish!Duration: 5 minutes
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Stops at: Pat O'Brien'sSee the famous dueling piano bar and courtyard and the history and stories of Pat O'sDuration: 5 minutes
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Stops at: Cafe Lafitte in ExileThought to be one of the country's oldest gay bars with a rich history since WWII
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Stops at: Jackson SquarePhoto op and quick storytime to learn about the city's foundations.Duration: 10 minutes
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Includes:
- Bottled water
- Face masks + Hand Sanitizer
- Coffee
- Beignets
Does not include:
- Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
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