New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour
New Orleans, United States

New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour

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56/100

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New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour is a 1-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $8 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

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$8 per person

Explore New Orleans' rich and complex history with the Slavery, Voodoo & Resistance Walking Tour. This self-guided experience takes you through significant sites like the French Market, Jackson Square, and Marie Laveau's House of Voodoo, revealing stories of resilience and cultural survival. Uncover the legacy of enslaved individuals who shaped the city's identity while enjoying the freedom to explore at your own pace. Ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper understanding of New Orleans' past, this tour allows you to pause and reflect as you navigate through the vibrant streets of the French Quarter and Tremé neighborhood. - Self-guided tour lasting approximately two hours, covering two miles - Visit historic sites including Oscar Dunn Park and Saint Louis Cemetery No. 1 - Learn about Voodoo as a cultural practice, not just a gimmick - Perfect for those who prefer a private experience over group tours

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    About this experience

    Explore New Orleans' rich and complex history with the Slavery, Voodoo & Resistance Walking Tour. This self-guided experience takes you through significant sites like the French Market, Jackson Square, and Marie Laveau's House of Voodoo, revealing stories of resilience and cultural survival. Uncover the legacy of enslaved individuals who shaped the city's identity while enjoying the freedom to explore at your own pace. Ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper understanding of New Orleans' past, this tour allows you to pause and reflect as you navigate through the vibrant streets of the French Quarter and Tremé neighborhood. - Self-guided tour lasting approximately two hours, covering two miles - Visit historic sites including Oscar Dunn Park and Saint Louis Cemetery No. 1 - Learn about Voodoo as a cultural practice, not just a gimmick - Perfect for those who prefer a private experience over group tours

    What's included

    Included

    • Self Guided Walking Tour in NOLA on our walking tour app
    • Go at your own pace. It never expires.
    • Autoplay, the tour plays automatically hands free as you walk using GPS

    Not included

    • No Admission this tour is all outside on our walking tour app
    • No Human guide this is all on our walking tour app

    What you'll see and do

    1. Begin at one of the oldest markets in the United States, where trade predates the founding of New Orleans. During the colonial period, enslaved people were permitted to sell food and crafts here on Sundays, and some saved those earnings to purchase freedom for themselves or family members.

      5 minutes here

    2. Joan of Arc Statue

      Meet “Joanie on the Pony,” New Orleans' gilded tribute to Joan of Arc, the teenage French heroine who became the city's patron saint. Across the street, the National Park Service's French Quarter Visitor Center offers free exhibits exploring Louisiana history and the Battle of New Orleans.

      5 minutes here

    3. Walk beside the Mississippi along the same waterfront that once helped make New Orleans the largest slave market in the Deep South. Between 1804 and 1862, an estimated 135,000 enslaved people were bought and sold in New Orleans at more than 50 sites throughout the city.

      5 minutes here

    4. Jackson Square

      Stand in the historic heart of New Orleans, once known as the Place d'Armes. The beautiful square was a military and civic center, but it also stood only steps from places where enslaved people were bought and sold, revealing the complicated history beneath one of New Orleans' most photographed landmarks.

      5 minutes here

    5. Marie Laveau House of Voodoo

      Step inside one of the Quarter's best-known voodoo shops, filled with ritual candles, talismans, books and spiritual objects. The tour uses this stop to look beyond Hollywood stereotypes and introduce the African spiritual traditions behind Louisiana Voodoo

      5 minutes here

    6. Preservation Hall

      See one of America's legendary jazz venues. Opened in 1961, Preservation Hall provided a home for Black New Orleans musicians during segregation, while preserving a musical tradition whose rhythms can be traced back to the gatherings of enslaved Africans at Congo Square. Greg New Orleans’ Slavery, Vood…

      Pass by without stopping

    7. See two buildings representing dramatically different sides of New Orleans history. Napoleon House recalls a bizarre plan to rescue Napoleon Bonaparte from exile, while across the street the former St. Louis Hotel hosted elegant balls and some of the South's busiest slave auctions beneath the same roof.

      5 minutes here

    8. Congo Square

      Stand at one of the most important cultural sites in New Orleans. Enslaved Africans and free people of color gathered here on Sundays to drum, dance, trade and preserve traditions that would ultimately help shape jazz, blues, rock and other forms of American music. Greg New Orleans’ Slavery, Vood…

      10 minutes here

    9. Louis Armstrong Park

      Explore a park honoring some of New Orleans' greatest cultural figures, including Louis Armstrong, Mahalia Jackson, Buddy Bolden and Mardi Gras Indian Chief Tootie Montana. It's a powerful bridge between the traditions of Congo Square and the music New Orleans eventually gave the world.

      10 minutes here

    10. Visit a landmark founded in 1841 by New Orleans' free Black community and described in the tour as the country's oldest African American Catholic parish. Beside it stands the Tomb of the Unknown Slave, a moving memorial dedicated to enslaved people buried in unmarked and unknown graves.

      10 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New Orleans

    Begin at one of the oldest markets in the United States, where trade predates the founding of New Orleans. During the colonial period, enslaved people were permitted to sell food and crafts here on Sundays, and some saved those earnings to purchase freedom for themselves or family members.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Finish in one of America's oldest Black neighborhoods at a museum dedicated to African American history, art and culture in New Orleans and throughout the African diaspora. The tour brings together the stories of slavery, Voodoo, music and resistance here in Tremé

    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 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    WalknTours

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Good to know

    Duration
    1 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $8 to $10
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by WalknTours, who run 183 experiences we rank across 134 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.0.

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    Why this scores 56

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.

    How much does New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $8 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 New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour 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 New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided 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 New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour?

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    Around 0 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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided 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 Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour, New Orleans Garden District History Walking 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.

    What is included in New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour?

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    Included: Self Guided Walking Tour in NOLA on our walking tour app; Go at your own pace. It never expires; and Autoplay, the tour plays automatically hands free as you walk using GPS. Not included: No Admission this tour is all outside on our walking tour app; and No Human guide this is all on our walking tour app. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour?

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    Begin at one of the oldest markets in the United States, where trade predates the founding of New Orleans. During the colonial period, enslaved people were permitted to sell food and crafts here on Sundays. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to New Orleans Slavery Voodoo and Resistance Self Guided Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in New Orleans. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

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