From US$21 per person
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4.9 / 5 from 165 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 4.9 / 5 · 165 reviews
About this tour
Discover and explore the French Quarter's history and culture with a Master Storyteller.. This tour will make your New Orleans visit more meaningful and will give you an understanding of the layout of the Quarter making it easier to navigate the remainder of your trip. Let us bring history to life for you! All ages will enjoy the storytelling style of this tour.
New Orleans' past is a tale of adventure with a diverse mix of peoples, all combined to make us one of the most unique and friendliest places in the United States. Join your guide for a walk through Congo Square and tour the most historic spots in the French Quarter. Hear the story of our infamous Voodoo Priestess, Marie Laveau and visit the site of her former home.
Learn about our music, food, architecture, culture, literary history, Jackson Square, Bourbon Street and beyond. Full of tips for the rest of your visit, little known facts and exciting history, this tour is not to be missed.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Enter from the Orleans street side of the building and you will see our ticket office - it says TICKETS in neon above our window.
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Itinerary
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- 1
Hear about the early history of voodoo and the slave trade and indigenous peoples of New Orleans.(10 min)
- 2
Site of the infamous Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveau's former residence. Site of the home where Marie did her work in Voodoo and the home operated as a “safe house for many in need.” Orphans and Choctaw vendors found shelter here.(10 min)
- 3
Enjoy the history of Bourbon Street, how it got it's name, why it's so famous, and locals complicated relationship with it's reputation. Also hear the history of the Old French Opera House(pass by)
- 4
One of America's most respected and well known Music Venues. Hear about the history , the musicians and the work Preservation Hall does to protect and preserve New Orleans music traditions.(10 min)
- 5
See the State Supreme Court building and hear the exploits of Louisiana Politicians such as Huey P. Long, Edwin Edwards, and Plessy vs. Furguson(15 min)
- 6
Voodoo Cultural Center and Collection.(15 min)
- 7
A feast for the eyes - St Louis Cathedral, The Cabildo, Artists, Musicians, Tarot Card readers and more history than you can imagine!(15 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- led and narrated by a Master Story Teller
- All Fees and Taxes
- 105 minute Walking Tour
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Meeting point
- Enter from the Orleans street side of the building and you will see our ticket office - it says TICKETS in neon above our window
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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