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The Badly Behaved Women Who Made New Orleans Tour

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Uncover the hidden secrets and scandalous history of New Orleans with The Badly Behaved Women Who Made New Orleans Tour. Step back in time and witness 300 years of vice and debauchery in the city's red light districts. Experience this tour with a small group of fellow adventurers, as you explore the French Market, visit the oldest building in the French Quarter, and indulge in fascinating discussions about the city's history of sexual topics, drug use, and other vices. Discover the stories of powerful madams, their palaces of sin, and their infamous crimes that went unpunished. Take home memories of a thrilling journey filled with historical images, a take-home Polaroid of the group, and much more! Immerse yourself in a world of scandal and intrigue with The Badly Behaved Women Who Made New Orleans Tour.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • 300 years of history of vice and red light districts
  • Small groups: 15 guest max
  • Suggested cocktails
  • Fun extras: historical images, a take-home Polaroid of the group, and more!
  • Scandalous history you'll never forget
  • Alcoholic beverages

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Introduction

Step into the scandalous past of New Orleans with "The Badly Behaved Women Who Made New Orleans Tour." This captivating tour takes you on a journey through 300 years of vice and red light districts, revealing the hidden stories and secrets that shaped the city's history. Brace yourself for a tour that is anything but ordinary, as you delve into the scandalous underbelly of New Orleans.

What to Expect?

Prepare to be enthralled by the stories of brothels, scandalous characters, and the infamous red light districts that once dominated the city. Immerse yourself in the rich history of New Orleans as you explore the notorious Storyville, the turn-of-the-20th-century red light district where madams ruled in opulent "palaces of sin." This tour promises to be a fascinating and eye-opening experience, offering a glimpse into the hidden world of New Orleans' most notorious women.

Who is this for?

"The Badly Behaved Women Who Made New Orleans Tour" is perfect for history enthusiasts, adventurers, and anyone with a curiosity for the darker side of New Orleans' past. Whether you are a local looking to uncover the secrets of your city or a visitor eager to explore the scandalous history of the Big Easy, this tour welcomes all. Embrace the inclusive nature of this experience, as it invites individuals from all backgrounds to appreciate and celebrate the unique stories of the women who shaped New Orleans.

Why book this?

Uncover the allure of New Orleans' scandalous past and indulge in a tour like no other. This tour stands out from the rest with its immersive storytelling, bringing to life the tales of powerful madams, mysterious murders, and the resilience of the women who defied societal norms. With small groups of a maximum of 15 guests, you can expect an intimate and engaging atmosphere, allowing for a truly personalized experience. As you journey through the streets of New Orleans, you'll not only learn about its scandalous history but also enjoy suggested cocktails, historical images, and even take home a Polaroid of the group as a memento of this unforgettable adventure.

Good to Know

Please be aware that "The Badly Behaved Women Who Made New Orleans Tour" includes discussions of sexual topics, drug use, and other vices. This tour is designed for mature audiences who are comfortable exploring the darker aspects of history. It is a truly unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the city's past and appreciate the resilience and audacity of the women who shaped New Orleans.

Reviews

Previous participants of "The Badly Behaved Women Who Made New Orleans Tour" have been captivated by the tour's ability to bring history to life. They have praised the knowledgeable guides who expertly weave together the stories of New Orleans' notorious women, creating an immersive and unforgettable experience. Guests have expressed their appreciation for the tour's attention to detail, from the small group size to the inclusion of historical images and the opportunity to take home a Polaroid as a memento. If you're ready to embark on a journey through the scandalous history of New Orleans, book "The Badly Behaved Women Who Made New Orleans Tour" now and prepare to be captivated.

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Your Itinerary

French Market

We'll see the French Market -- once Gallatin St., the most dangerous street in the country, in the late 1800s. You might find a dance hall brothel where the whole floor descended into an orgy, or be garroted and robbed of all your possessions openly. It was a place police rarely went, except with 30 or 40 men.

Old Ursuline Convent Museum

(Pass by)

See the convent of the Ursulines nuns, the oldest building in the French Quarter (construction began 1727), and hear how the church and King Louis XV became sex traffickers to force more women to the colony, and had the nuns keep these "correction girls" in line with nude public lashings. But the girls were the ones with the problem?

Golden Lantern

Often on our route we make it to the Golden Lantern, and discuss the history of Southern Decadence at its home bar -- a working class gay bar in the French Quarter.

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

Often we stop by this oldest building housing a bar in North America, and discuss its history as a smuggling front. Although not one of our historic cocktail spots, we often take a break here and cool down in the heat.

Marie Laveau House of Voodoo

Actually we won't see this shop on the tour, we'll go to the real Marie Laveau's birthplace, and discuss... "Wait, she doesn't belong on this tour! She's a voudou leader not a... " High class madam? Find out where she made most of her real money!

Louis Armstrong Park

The decadent palaces thrown up in Storyville on Basin St. were replaced by the Iberville Projects. So we take you to the gorgeous Louis Armstrong Park that overlooks what once was Storyville, with enough seating and shade for guests to sit and view photos of this historic time period, see and hear about its wildest characters.

May Baily's Place

May Baily's became the first legal brothel in New Orleans when the owner paid a license fee in 1857 -- still mounted on the wall! [closed temporarily]

Reviews

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annedX8928FD

Got into NOLA @ 11 and booked this for 2. Best way to start the trip! Highly recommend! Wonderful knowledge of history from the female perspective! Guide was funny and engaging. By the end we were able to navigate the quarter fairly easily and had a good idea of what we wanted to do/experience in the coming days.

pcar333

Spectacular tour full of many details. This tour was one of the most engaging and enjoyable tours we’ve ever taken. The stories were detailed and exciting. Our guide had numerous supplementary images to supplement and place into context the stories of these remarkable and powerful women. Our stops were well planned. Overall, I can’t say enough about this well thought out tour.

margarettracy

My sister was visiting from out of town and it gave us locals a chance to finally go on this walking tour. Our guide, Jackson, was patient, thoughtful, and well researched. His stories were interesting and helped contextualize the reputation New Orleans still maintains to this day. I enjoyed meeting these historical and impactful women. The weather was beautiful, sidewalks not too treacherous, and plenty of stops for shade and drinks!
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2024-05-18 02:17