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Meet at 622 1/2 Pirates Alley, behind Cabildo Museum. Beginning at 1pm we host a lively two hour walking tour in footsteps of bygone Creole ladies and and gentlemen as they laid to rest their own forefathers. From there we will stroll through the French Quarter towards St. Louis Cemetery #1 – the oldest standing Cemetery in the City. We will share the history of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau, and her legacy on our way to the Cemetery. We will share with you the story of her fabulous life and how many both loved and feared her. You will hear of the hardships of daily creole life and learn about the architecture of the city, now three hundred years old. You will visit Congo Square and learn how Jazz was invented on those hallowed grounds. We will stop for something cold to drink before we visit the tombs of the notorious and the destitute. We will visit the tombs of famous voodoo queen, Marie Laveau, actor, Nicholas Cage, bankrupt financier, Bernard de Marigny, Creole activist, Homer Plessy and the family tomb of accused serial killer, Madame LaLaurie. After the Cemetery, we will take a brief break and we will continue to explore New Orleans three hundred year history and end back near Jackson Square. All this on a 2 hour narrated walking tour. History of New Orleans, Voodoo, Music and St. Louis Cemetery #1.Additional InformationConfirmation will be received at time of bookingChildren must be accompanied by an adultA moderate amount of walking is involvedDue to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchairOperates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriatelyMinimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refundNot wheelchair accessibleComfortable, dress for the weather as most of the tour is conducted outside.InclusionsEntrance fee to cemetery – fee funds Archdiocese restoration of tom
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