Overview
During this 2H walking tour, you will learn how People of African ancestry first arrived at New Orleans in 1719, within a year of the establishment of the city, having been forcibly removed from the Senegambia region of West Africa.
Roughly five thousand Africans survived the Middle Passage en route to French Louisiana during the 1720s, followed in the 1780s by a similarly sized group brought by the Spanish from the Benin and Congo regions. Enslaved Africans of the colonial era cleared forests, raised crops, and built the city infrastructure.
In this visit You will see how African culture persisted in New Orleans, influencing everything from food to music to religion to architecture.
Your tour guide will take you to the famous Square Congo, now part of Armstrong Park on the edge of the French Quarter in the Faubourg Treme where hundreds of African slaves and laborers congregated to trade goods, play music, dance, and socialize.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
TOUR GUIDE
FOOD AND DRINK
TIPS
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please meet your tour guide at the meeting point 15 MIN before the tour starts
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Congo Square
45 min
Your tour guide will take you to the famous Square Congo, now part of Armstrong Park on the edge of the French Quarter in the Faubourg Treme where hundreds of African slaves and laborers congregated to trade goods, play music, dance, and socialize.
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French Quarter
1 hour 15 min
We will walk at the French Quarter in the theme of African American culture and history. Learn from where come traditions of voodoo, dance, Jazz music, Creole food & architecture
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about New Orleans African American Heritage Walking Tour
Can I cancel New Orleans African American Heritage Walking Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
Please meet your tour guide at the meeting point 15 MIN before the tour starts
What's included?
- TOUR GUIDE
What's not included?
- FOOD AND DRINK
- TIPS
Which places does it visit?
It visits Congo Square, French Quarter.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Universal Tour Group USA
