NOLA Christmas Lights, Cocktails & a Holiday Experience full of History

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Christmas is a special time in New Orleans, it’s an experience that you and your family will not want to miss. During the holiday season, the city is aglow with twinkling lights and decorated iron-laced balconies. During this tour guests will stroll thru the French Quarter and experience Christmas Nola Style.

Adventure your way through one of the oldest, most cultured & historic neighborhoods in the United States on this innovative, interactive tour.

Guests will visit many historic homes, museums, churches, even bars that are all decorated for the holiday season. Hear stories of each locations history and it's importance to New Orleans   This tour also has New Orleans ghost and vampire stories that have been passed down and well documented along with information on the famous New Orleans voodoo. The tour group will have paranormal equipment offered for anyone interested in the ghost stories.  Guests will be allowed to stop and grab drinks at bars along the tour route. Drinks are for guests that want them

But there’s no pressure to drink. Rather you chose an adult beverage, water or soft drink you’ll enjoy it as you pass along these amazing locations, enjoying beautiful Christmas decorations and hearing New Orleans history!

This experience is not only an extraordinary 5 star tour but also a festive Christmas 🎅 adventure in the world famous French Quarter!

DETAILED INFO-

Follow the guide through the magical streets of the Vieux Carre (French Quarter) and visit historic and cultural landmarks.

This informative, entertaining tour is centered around New Orleans Christmas decorations and history guests love learning the detailed events of it's past. Learn how New Orleans has developed into the magnificent city that it is today from a knowledgeable local guide.

Guests will visit the exact location where the Louisiana Purchase was signed in 1803. Visit to the famous St Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square and many more places that played a vital role in New Orleans history.

Of course, no New Orleans tour would be complete without some stories of voodoo, ghost and vampires. This tour has you covered.

Before this tour ends you will know where to find the most predictable ghost in New Orleans. You will also visit the most haunted house in the city, The LaLaurie Mansion and multiple locations where vampires have been seen and police have documented sightings of them on a regular basis.

Have you ever wondered about the practice of voodoo in New Orleans? This tour explains how voodoo came to New Orleans. Learn about the Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau, and visit property given to her as payment for her magic. Visit locations where voodoo ceremonies were held.

Learn about burial practices in New Orleans and visit a mass burial ground.

Guests will also hear about the many tragic events that took place in New Orleans. For example: Yellow Fever, multiple fires, hurricanes & more.

Guests will enjoy a memorable experience.

Rewrite history by putting your own spin on some of New Orleans most talked about historical events and haunted locations.

Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns:

Show Me New Orleans

New Orleans Drunk History Tours

Phone: (504)756-8893

Phone: (504)715-1074

Email:[email protected]

TOUR MEETING - DEPARTURE LOCATION

Please meet your guide on the sidewalk at the gate of the courtyard attached to the Legendary Lafittes Blacksmith Shop Bar located at 941 Bourbon Street New Orleans Louisiana 70116.

*** Tours do not meet inside Lafittes Blacksmith Bar. Please meet your guide on the sidewalk at the gate of the courtyard attached to the bar *** We are not affiliated with Lafittes Blacksmith Bar and bartenders do not work for us or have any information regarding our tours.

*All sales are final and incur 100% cancelation penalties*

***Terms and Conditions***

Please arrive a few minutes prior to departure time and check in with the tour guide. Tours depart at the scheduled time. Guests must check in a few minutes before the tour departs and leave with the tour group at the scheduled departure time. Tour Guides are unable to answer phones after a tour departs since we are then navigating our tour groups and giving narrations we cannot be on our phones and lead a tour. Late arrivals will not be refunded. If you you are going to be late please contact us before the tour is scheduled to depart so we can try to help you check in before the departure time. If a guest arrives even a few minutes late the tour guide will not be at the meeting departure location any longer because we start at the scheduled time. Please contact us Before the tour departure to avoid any issues regarding being lost / late.

Departure Time Comments -

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions. If the tour is delayed guests will be notified via text & or email.

INCLUSIONS-Admission ticket, local tour guide

Walking tour ~~ Duration: 1-2 hour walking tour at a moderate pace. The duration may last longer depending on the wait time inside the bars. Some bars may be busy and delay the tour to a large degree

EXCLUSIONS -Gratuities (recommended)

Drinks available to purchase along route

Guests are responsible for providing contact information prior to the tour, preferably when you create a reservation. Not all booking agents (3rd party agents as well) require phone numbers when booking however it is important for various reasons for the office and tour guides to reach guests via phone. Please send us your phone number along with your name and booking reference number / order number if the booking agent did not request it at the time of booking so that we can add this information to your reservation for you.

-Audio or Video recording devices are strictly prohibited during the tour. Photos are allowed and encouraged.

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule tours due to inclement weather or any other acts of God.

A $250 replacement fee will be charged for any piece of lost, damaged, or missing piece of paranormal equipment.

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirement- cut off for reservations for this tour is 1 hour before the scheduled departure. Please be aware that at cut off time for reservations if the minimum numbers are not met the tour will be cancelled and you will be contacted by phone, text, or email up to the hour before the tour is scheduled to depart. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. We do not offer additional compensation for a customer who feels inconvenienced by the tour being cancelled.

Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late arrivals.

This tour is kid friendly. Please keep in mind some locations allow children inside, some do not.

All tours are for entertainment purposes only.

There is no guarantee that you will encounter any paranormal activity while on this tour. No refunds are given. Tour is subject to change without notice. All information provided in this tour is of public knowledge and has been collected through research by the authors / tour guides.

All tours will be held on public property and no entry into private property will be conducted. No entry into private locations will be gained.

When a guest purchases a ticket they are agreeing to the following-

All tours will be held on public property and no entry into private property will be conducted. No entry into private locations will be gained.

As per city ordinance we must instruct each guest of the following: Participants have been warned not to obstruct the sidewalks or streets. We accept no responsibility for anything that arises from this or failure to follow instructions. We are not responsible for lost or stolen personal belongings or any injuries sustained due to the old, uneven & dilapidated streets & walkways.

Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to all attendees.

TICKETS ARE SOLD FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. Tickets are not put on hold.

All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Please feel free to contact us anytime with any questions or concerns that you may have. We appreciate our guests and look forward to provide an unforgettable experience.

We were originally Nawlins Theatrical Tours however a company decided to copy cat or business and caused massive confusion so we are now Show Me New Orleans Tours & many guests know of by the tour I created The New Orleans Drunk History Tour. We are currently working with our lawyer to stop these people from using our names please do not fall into their trap! We are passionate and care about our guests. We appreciate each of you!

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New Orleans Walking Tours