Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour
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Is Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour worth booking?
Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $35 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 80 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (80)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $35 per person
Prepare to be transported through time as your experienced storyteller paints a detailed picture of what life was like during different eras of French Quarter history. From Yellow Fever and the toll it took on our city,
What you get
About this experience
Prepare to be transported through time as your experienced storyteller paints a detailed picture of what life was like during different eras of French Quarter history. From Yellow Fever and the toll it took on our city, to the famous Jackson Square and the establishment of La Nouvelle Orléans; from the history of enslaved peoples and their impact on religion and culture, to what makes the architecture in our city so incredibly unique; from our historical red light district, to the earliest notes of jazz. This tour will have you laughing and crying as you grapple with all that New Orleans has gone through to get where it is today. History lovers, join us on an adventure through the real, gritty history of New Orleans.
What's included
Included
- Live Guide
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Jackson Square
From the earliest settlers in the city, to slave rebellions, to the amazing woman who was Michaela Almonester. You'll learn all about where this city started and how far it's come.
30 minutes here
St. Louis Cathedral
See the outside of the beautiful St. Louis Cathedral and hear a bit about early economics, smuggling, and piracy in the city.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Voodoo Authentica
Voodoo is a huge part of New Orleans history and culture. Hear all about what New Orleans Voodoo is, isn't, and about our incredible Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveau.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Old Ursuline Convent Museum
Learn about the Ursuline nuns, how they came to New Orleans, and how the impacted early life in the city.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Learn a bit more about what New Orleans looked like in the 18th and 19th century, as Yellow Fever and numerous fires ravaged the city.
15 minutes here
Madame John's Legacy
For this architecture stop, you'll hear all about different types of New Orleans' architecture and what makes it unique.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
End at one of New Orleans' oldest bars.
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
Witches Brew Gallery at 311 Exchange Place. Make sure to leave an offering at Papa Legba's altar before starting your tour!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
One of the oldest operating bars in the city.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Witches Brew Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- While we do our best to accommodate all guests with mobility issues, the conditions of the terrain in the historic French Quarter present challenges. Please book accordingly.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 80 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
80 verified traveler reviews for Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A must do!
This was one of the best walking tours I’ve ever taken. Our guide Hannah Kate was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and kept the group’s energy up from start to finish. She was friendly, welcoming, and clearly passionate about the stories she shared. What stood out most to me was the care and respect she showed while leading a ghost tour. Rather than making light of the people whose stories were being told, she approached each one with compassion and humanity. She also handled discussions involving race and difficult historical topics thoughtfully and respectfully, without relying on crude jokes or sensationalism. That made the experience feel much more meaningful and authentic. The stories were fascinating, the pacing was great, and her enthusiasm was contagious. Learning that she’s a practicing witch (the good kind!) somehow made the entire experience even cooler and added an extra layer of authenticity to the tour. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone looking for an entertaining, informative, and respectful exploration of local history and ghost lore. Thanks Hannah!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this thoughtful review. Hannah Kate brings such incredible knowledge, passion, and authenticity to the Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour, and we love hearing how much her approach resonated with you. One of the things we value most is telling the stories of New Orleans with respect for the people who lived them, especially when discussing difficult chapters of history. We are so glad that came through in your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your kind words about Hannah Kate and the Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour.
via Tripadvisor
Interesting tour
Tour was good. However talked to much about the beginning of New Orleans. Never talked about history of New Orleans from 1900 to current. Needed to be a beginner talked and not so detailed about the early 1800s
Response from the operator: Thank for sharing this and allowing us to learn from it. We will discuss this with the guide and make sure the Era's are all discussed more evenly.
via Viator
Not entertaining or enjoyable
Nice guy but this was not an entertaining experience. This tour was WAY too deep in the weeds of historical New Orleans. Even my wife who has a history degree thought it was too long and not entertaining. Most tours incorporate humor and interesting facts. This one had almost none. I felt like I was in a 2.5 hour college class with a professor that had tenure and wasn’t worried about getting fired for being unengaging.
Response from the operator: I am sorry to hear this was your experience. That is obviously not what we want to hear or have happen. I will speak with the guide and follow up. We take your feedback seriously
via Tripadvisor
Beware! If their quota of people aren't met, you most likely will be cancelled!
This excursion was cancelled within a few the day of the trip due to not enough people signed up! The tour group was to not be anymore than 10 people and we were 2! Then we traveled to the Witches Brew location and no one there knew anything about the tour or its cancellation. We then had to call another number to then be told that Viator had to be called to request a refund.
Response from the operator: We apologize for the inconvenience. It is rare that we cancel a tour but you're aparticular tour did not meet the necessary minumum number that day and was canceled. We did contact you and let you know. Just to clear up some misunderstandings, the tour can be up to 15 people and you were 2. The only 2 that signed up for that particular day. It's unusual that our tours don't sell out but that day, not enough had signed up. You went to the Witches Brew Gallery which is our retail store. That staff wouldn't know about cancellations of tours but w3e had already let you know. Our reservationist let you know, on our end, we had done what we could do and that if you needed to talk to someone it would have to be the agency you booked through, which is Viator. We had already issued the refund for you. I find it unfair to give us a 1 star review when we gave you advance notice of the cancelation. As it states on all tour companies, we reserve the right to cancel if we do not meet the minimum number of guests or in the event of severe weather or other unusual circumstances. While I understand your frustration, we did what we had to do in an extremely unusual situation. We offered you alternative tours and then issued a refund.
via Viator
Unique and Insightful
Such a great history tour! We were looking for something a cut above in terms of quality, and this definitely hit the mark. It's obvious that our guide (Graham) knows his stuff. I've done several tours in NOLA and can honestly say I never learned so many interesting tidbits in such a short amount of time as I did on this one. Graham started the tour by warning us that he was going to be incorporating new historical scholarship; and that we may learn things that contradicted established NOLA lore. He then proceeded to infuse the tour with letters and journal entries from real people who *actually* lived during that time (and sent us the reference list when the tour was done). He provided insight into the people in a way that really made the NOLA history come alive! If you want to come away with a deep appreciation for the unique personalities who built this city, I couldn't recommend this tour more highly.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this thoughtful and generous review of the New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour. This is exactly the kind of experience we strive to offer, and I’m thrilled it landed for you. Graham will be so grateful to read this. His commitment to current historical scholarship and primary sources is something we truly value, and I love that you noticed the care he puts into using letters and journals from people who actually lived here. That deeper human layer is what turns history from lore into lived experience. It means a lot to hear that even after doing several tours in New Orleans, the New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour still stood out as something special. Thank you for recognizing the quality and intention behind it. We would be honored to walk with you again the next time you are in the city.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 28
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $35 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New Orleans usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New Orleans is not rushed.
Is Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 80 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New Orleans, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour?
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Around 28 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New Orleans can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New Orleans and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Eras of New Orleans: A History Lover's Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New Orleans within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New Orleans?
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New Orleans runs on licensed guides, and it shows: the city requires certification for tour guides, so the floor is higher here than most US cities. Ghost and cemetery walks, French Quarter food crawls, plantation history day trips and swamp boat runs make up the bulk. We rank on whether the operator handles cemetery access properly, since St. Louis No. 1 needs an authorised guide. On Outty we rank every New Orleans experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with Transportation, New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure, New Orleans Self-Transport Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New Orleans?
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February to May and October to November. August is heat and storm season. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New Orleans?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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