New Orleans Pestilence, Pandemic and Plague Tour

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'

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.

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Location: New Orleans

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Q&A

Q: Are there any age restrictions for the Pestilence, Pandemic and Plague Tour?

A: There aren't strict age restrictions, but it's best suited for older teens and adults. The content can get a bit graphic and is focused on historical disease outbreaks, which might not be engaging for younger kids. If you’re bringing someone under 15, just be prepared to explain some of the darker details!

Q: What should I wear for the Pestilence, Pandemic and Plague Tour?

A: Definitely wear comfy shoes since you'll be walking a lot in the French Quarter! The weather can be unpredictable, so layers are a good idea. In the summer, it gets hot, but evenings can be cooler. I’d also recommend a hat and sunscreen if it’s sunny. Just dress casual!

Q: What happens if it rains on the day of the tour?

A: The tour usually goes on rain or shine unless there are severe weather warnings. Just check their policy in advance! They recommend bringing an umbrella and wearing waterproof shoes if you think it might rain. It's still a great experience, and the wet streets can be pretty atmospheric!

Discussions

Considering the Pestilence Tour as a gift - anyone done it?

Hey everyone! I’m thinking about getting a tour of New Orleans' creepy history as a gift for my partner's birthday. The Pestilence, Pandemic and Plague Tour sounds super interesting with all the stories about Yellow Fever and Cholera. Plus, walking through the French Quarter while learning about the past? That’s my kind of date. Just wondering if anyone has taken it and what your thoughts were!

Anyone know about the tour duration? How long is it?

I’m eyeing the Pestilence, Pandemic and Plague Tour for a little spooky history in NOLA. But I’m curious how long it actually lasts. Can we fit this into a half-day outing, or should we plan for the whole day? Hoping to make it part of a fun gift experience!