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New Orleans Pestilence and Plague Tour

Explore New Orleans' history of pestilence and plagues on a guided tour through the French Quarter, uncovering tales of resilience and unique medical practices.

New Orleans
2 hrs
4.56Rating:
Last updated: August 30, 2025

Provider Score Distribution

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Platform Scores

Viator logo
4.92
24 reviews
GYG logo
5.00
5 reviews

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour will take place rain or shine
  • The total distance walked is about 1 mile

Explore the haunting history of New Orleans on the Pestilence and Plague Tour. This guided journey through the French Quarter reveals the city's tumultuous past with disease, from Yellow Fever to Cholera. Learn about the squalid conditions and hear stories of resilience as you walk through areas once plagued by epidemics. Discover unconventional medical practices and the influence of voodoo and religion in combating these outbreaks. With a professional guide, delve into the Crescent City's unique history, ending your tour in the heart of the French Quarter. Book now for an unforgettable experience that sheds light on a different side of New Orleans.

Pros

  • Uncover New Orleans' eerie history
  • Explore the French Quarter's dark past
  • Learn about Yellow Fever and Cholera
  • Discover odd medical practices
  • Hear tales of resilience
  • Experience a unique guided tour

Includes

  • Professional guide
  • French Quarter walking tour

Excludes

  • Gratuities
  • Tips
$37
4.56Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Uncover New Orleans' eerie history
  • Explore the French Quarter's dark past
  • Learn about Yellow Fever and Cholera
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