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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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Witches Brew Gallery at 311 Exchange Place. Make sure to leave an offering at Papa Legba's altar before starting your tour!
One of the oldest operating bars in the city.
Itinerary
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1Jackson 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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2St. Louis Cathedral
See the outside of the beautiful St. Louis Cathedral and hear a bit about early economics, smuggling, and piracy in the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Voodoo 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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Old Ursuline Convent Museum
Learn about the Ursuline nuns, how they came to New Orleans, and how the impacted early life in the city.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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For this architecture stop, you'll hear all about different types of New Orleans' architecture and what makes it unique.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
End at one of New Orleans' oldest bars.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- 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
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Additional info
- 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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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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