At the turn of the 19th century New Orleans' red light district was certainly roaring. Storyville was flourishing and the jazz scene lured party-goers of all stripes to the area's dance clubs and brothels. Delve into this sinfully intriguing era in the city's past, starting your afternoon at the tomb of voodoo priestess Marie Laveaux.
Meet up with your guide at a neighborhood coffee shop. Before delving into the sordid past of Storyville—the nickname of the legally sanctioned vice district—make your way to St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 to learn about the Creole custom of above ground burials.
Walk past wall vaults, family tombs, and the final resting place of Marie Laveaux. After checking out the cemetery, follow your guide into the edgier topic of the sex trade. The once pervasive industry included high end establishments, noted politicians and of course powerful madams. Continue your discussion of prostitution and politics over drinks at a fantastic bar downtown.
At the turn of the 19th century New Orleans' red light district was certainly roaring. Storyville was flourishing and the jazz scene lured party-goers of all stripes to the area's dance clubs and brothels. Delve into this sinfully intriguing era in the city's past, starting your afternoon at the tomb of voodoo priestess Marie Laveaux.
Meet up with your guide at a neighborhood coffee shop. Before delving into the sordid past of Storyville—the nickname of the legally sanctioned vice district—make your way to St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 to learn about the Creole custom of above ground burials.
Walk past wall vaults, family tombs, and the final resting place of Marie Laveaux. After checking out the cemetery, follow your guide into the edgier topic of the sex trade. The once pervasive industry included high end establishments, noted politicians and of course powerful madams. Continue your discussion of prostitution and politics over drinks at a fantastic bar downtown.
Live Commentary in English.
Total price is $24.99, taxes included
It only takes 2 minutes
New Orleans
Backatown Coffee Parlour
301 Basin Street
New Orleans 70112
Tales of Storyville, NOLA's former red light & vice district
Discussion of prostitution & politics in original sin city
Insight on above-ground burials at St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
Final resting place of voodoo priestess Marie Laveau
Small-group tour that ends in a fantastic downtown bar
Guided tour of New Orleans and St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
Food and beverages
This activity is wheelchair accessible.
Maximum group size is 12 people.
Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.
