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Discover the historic Carrollton neighborhood on our newest New Orleans walking tour. Explore where the St. Charles Streetcar line played a vital role in the creation of this once resort area. Your expert guide will define its unique architectural styles, introduce historic figures, and highlight captivating moments in time. Stories from the cradle of Carrollton to modern times showcase luminaries alongside families of influence as well as the personalities that shaped New Orleans at large. Tales of lumber and brick yards, butchers, riverboat captains and dairies are woven together to complete a dynamic picture of this vibrant neighborhood along the banks of the Mississippi River.
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Meeting and pickup
La Madeline is a quaint French Café serving rustic country fare, espresso and fresh baked baguettes.
This location is central to a number of shopping and dining options in the neighborhood. Oak Street is nearby and the streetcar rolls by.
Itinerary
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Tucked near this venerable dining establishment is the cradle of Carrollton. Your guide will introduce you to tiny Fischer Park as well as a Memorial trough - you read that right.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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This one time resort destination holds many layers of stories including those involving railways and lumberyard. Discover the most architecturally diverse neighborhood in New Orleans, a city known for many architectural riches. Numerous elements and styles will be explained. Learn about the relationship between the Civil War and the Black Pearl neighborhood. Visit a house that bananas built. Explore the history of brickyards, dairies and butchers near this captivating bend in the Mississippi River. Vestiges of the World's Fair on display and homes of heroic Riverboat Captains will be shared
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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 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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