New Orleans: 1.5-Hour Voodoo History Evening Tour
ID: GYG13924-13924
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
This 1.5-hour tour presents a historical view into the magical and mystical world of Voodoo in New Orleans. Meet Voodoo practitioners and explore the origins of Voodoo, how it came to New Orleans, how it is practiced, and where it stands today.
This tour is totally unique and is like no other offered in New Orleans. More of an academic tour than a spooky tour, it focuses on the misunderstood and often feared religion of Voodoo.
You will learn about the origins of Voodoo, how it came to New Orleans, how it is practiced, and where it stands today. You will also meet Voodoo practitioners and learn why New Orleans Voodoo is very different from the purer form found in Haiti and Africa.
This tour is offered at 19:30 on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights, and last approximately 1.5 hours long. The tour departs from Rev. Zombie's Voodoo Shop, located at 723 St. Peter Street in the French Quarter.
Highlights
- Visit properties and locations exclusive to this tour
- Learn how Voodoo came to New Orleans, how it is practiced, and where it stands today
- Dispel the Hollywood myths about Voodoo
- Hear stories about a hysteria that gripped the city for over 100 years
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is a walking tour, so wear comfortable shoes. It is not a hike - you will only walk a few blocks, not miles.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Rev. Zombie's Voodoo Shop, 723 St. Peter Street, New Orleans, LA
(Between Bourbon & Royal Streets)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
