Pestilence, Pandemic & Plague Tour
Overview
Infectious outbreaks have plagued New Orleans for centuries, and if you're a bit curious about the strange history of our city, you'll want to look no further than our relationship with disease.
We'll take you on a historic and strange tour of the squalid conditions of mass disease that New Orleans has encountered. As well, we'll tell inspiring tales of coping with filthy and foul conditions.
Walk with us to uncover how epidemics such as Yellow Fever, Cholera, and more have infected our inhabitants and how our resilient city recovered. We'll talk about odd medical practices of long ago, including how voodoo and religion played a part in trying to contain the "uncontainable."
Included in the tour is a walk through the French Quarter to see where it all went down.
What's Included
- Professional Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Toulouse Street
New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Bourbon St & Dumaine St
New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
What To Expect
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jackson Square
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
French Quarter
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 56 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pestilence, Pandemic & Plague Tour?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT). Read more Apr 2025
Cancellation Policy
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Call (800) 814 COOL to speak with a Destination Specialist
Activity code: C-49992P10
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