New Orleans: Voodoo Queen Tour of French Quarter

French Quarter, New Orleans



Learn about New Orleans' fascinating voodoo culture on a city walking tour. Explore the French Quarter and learn why Marie Laveau is called The Voodoo Queen.

Overview

This guided walking tour in New Orleans' French Quarter explores the life of Marie Laveau and the city's voodoo heritage, ideal for history and culture enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Learn about the final resting place of Marie Laveau
  • See the famous French Quarter
  • Discover how voodoo and New Orleans culture are intertwined

Description

Marie Laveau is one of New Orleans' most notable historical figures. This tour focuses on her life and lasting influence. Walking with an expert guide through the French Quarter, you will visit her childhood home and the birthplace of jazz. You will also gain insight into the Code Noir, a set of laws that shaped the region’s history.

During the tour, you will enter an authentic voodoo store, see a voodoo temple, and learn to separate myth from reality about voodoo practice. Voodoo remains part of the city’s cultural fabric today, and Marie Laveau is recognized as the key figure behind its contemporary presence. This tour offers a factual and informative perspective on voodoo.

Includes

  • Walking tour
  • Expert licensed guide
  • Entry to an authentic voodoo store

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips

Booking and Cancellation

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water for the walking tour. Booking in the morning is recommended to avoid afternoon heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a guided walking tour that explores the life of Marie Laveau and the voodoo traditions deeply rooted in New Orleans' French Quarter.
Marie Laveau was a renowned voodoo practitioner in New Orleans, known for her influence on the city's cultural and spiritual history.
The tour takes place in New Orleans’ French Quarter, including landmarks related to Marie Laveau and the origins of voodoo in the city.
Tour length can vary, so check the official website for the current duration of the New Orleans Voodoo Queen Tour.
This tour is generally geared toward adults and older children interested in cultural history, but check specific age recommendations on the website.
Advance booking is recommended to secure a spot on the popular New Orleans French Quarter walking tour.
Yes, the tour covers the birthplace of jazz along with Marie Laveau’s influence and voodoo history in New Orleans.
Marie Laveau’s tomb is located in St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans, and the tour includes a visit to this site.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing to explore the outdoor areas of New Orleans’ French Quarter.
Since it is a walking tour on historic streets, accessibility may be limited; check with the tour provider for specific accommodations in New Orleans.

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