New Orleans French Quarter and Voodoo History Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

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

End Point

End point

Jackson Square at the center of the French Quarter

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Congo Square
Hear about the early history of voodoo and the slave trade and indigenous peoples of New Orleans.
Duration: 10 mins
2. Original Spot Of The Home Of MARIE LAVEAU
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.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Bourbon Street
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
4. Preservation Hall
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.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Royal Street
See the State Supreme Court building and hear the exploits of Louisiana Politicians such as Huey P. Long, Edwin Edwards, and Plessy vs. Furguson
Duration: 15 mins
6. Voodoo Authentica
Voodoo Cultural Center and Collection.
Duration: 15 mins
7. Jackson Square
A feast for the eyes - St Louis Cathedral, The Cabildo, Artists, Musicians, Tarot Card readers and more history than you can imagine!
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

led and narrated by a Master Story Teller

All Fees and Taxes

105 minute Walking Tour

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by French Quarter Phantoms

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