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Walking Tour about The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful Women of New Orleans

Walking Tour about The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful Women of New Orleans

Overview

New Orleans always has had its adventurous spirit, and that spirit is not just restricted to the men. In this tour, the only of its kind, we will discover the great women of New Orleans’ past - in every field: politics, piracy, culinary, entertainment, science and some jobs best not mentioned.

City: New Orleans

Thu 19 Jun

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Starting at $10.00

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Thu 19 Jun

Starting at $10.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Your guide will lead you on an amazing, fun-filled journey through the French Quarter, New Orleans!

While we do not enter buildings, we do stop at each location listed.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please be aware a minimum of 4 guests are required to run this tour.
Our humidity will fool you & dehydration will definitely ruin your vacation! Sunscreen, hat, umbrella & sunglasses are also highly recommended
Stop at itinerary listed at least 10 minutes outside
Not recommended for travelers with breathing problems in Summer months, due to humidity.
Approximately a one mile walking tour.
Not recommended for those with walking or standing problems

What To Expect

Hermann-Grima House

Please meet your guide 15 minutes prior to tour time at 820 St. Louis St. If the gates are not open, please meet by the sign.

Bourbon Street

Many of the women discussed had some connection to Bourbon Street, whether through business or pleasure.

Jackson Square

Baroness Pontalba was anything but a meek, dependent woman! You will be amazed by her story!

St. Louis Cathedral

Henriette Delille, foundress of the Sisters of the Holy Family, is up for Sainthood. Your guide will explain the process & how far along it is.

Old Ursuline Convent Museum

The history of the Ursuline Convent and the nuns, who came to educate the young ladies of the city of New Orleans, is miraculous!

Historic BK House & Gardens

Frances Parkinson Keyes, famous author, owned & lived in this home, where she wrote some of her most famous works!

Lalaurie Mansion

Aside from the horror stories told about the Madame LaLaurie, there is another side & another story, concerning her life in New Orleans. This is a private home. No entry.

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