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Nola Love Stories Walking Tour in New Orleans

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Discover the passionate and mysterious side of New Orleans on the Nola Love Stories Walking Tour. In just one hour, you'll stroll through the enchanting streets of the French Quarter, hearing stories of love, betrayal, and triumph that shaped the city’s history. Your guide will share tales of fiery romances, legendary duels, and the devotion that built the grand mansions and dynasties of this vibrant city.

As you walk past magnificent Creole mansions and hear about the city’s unique blend of European and Caribbean cultures, you'll feel transported back in time. Imagine moonlit nights, antebellum weddings, and candlelit balconies—each story revealing a different chapter of New Orleans' passionate past. This tour is perfect for lovers, history buffs, or anyone eager to experience the romantic heartbeat of the city.

Join a local guide at the starting point on Bourbon Street and immerse yourself in tales that have captivated generations. From the love that saved Charleston during the Civil War to the secrets behind Royal Street’s famous fences, every stop offers a glimpse into the city’s most dramatic love stories. All entry fees are included, so you can focus on the stories that make New Orleans truly special.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Nola Love Stories Walking Tour?

The tour lasts approximately 1 hour.

What languages are available for the tour?

The tour is conducted in English.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, children aged 0-9, youth aged 10-15, and adults up to 99 can participate. The tour is wheelchair accessible, and infants can ride in a stroller or pram.

What is included in the tour?

A knowledgeable local guide is included in the experience. All entry fees are covered.

Are there any additional costs?

Gratuities are not included and are at your discretion.

Can I cancel or reschedule?

All sales are final. The tour is non-refundable and may be canceled if there are not enough travelers.

Non-refundable

All sales are final. No refunds are available for cancellations.

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Duration 1 hour

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Duration 1 hour
Languages English
Group size Up to 28
Ages Child 0–9; Youth 10–15; Adult 16–99
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

What's included

Included

  • Local guide

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

This is the Original Love Stories Walking Tour, taking you through the romantic and dramatic history of New Orleans’ French Quarter. Walk along streets with French and Spanish names, hearing stories of love, betrayal, and family dynasties that shaped the city. Visit key locations such as the site of a love story that may have saved Charleston during the Civil War, the famous cornstalk fence on Royal Street, and the shadows of the St. Louis Cathedral. The tour also covers the ballroom where Octoroon dynasties were negotiated and shares the most tragic love story in New Orleans history.

  1. Start at Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Pass by

    Meet your guide outside the legendary Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop on Bourbon Street and begin your journey into the city’s romantic past.

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  2. Historic Creole Mansions and Streets Pass by

    Walk past stunning mansions and hear stories of love that built and destroyed dynasties, with tales from the French and Spanish influenced streets.

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  3. Civil War Love Story

    Learn about the love that may have saved Charleston from Sherman's flames, a story woven into the city’s Civil War history.

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  4. Royal Street Fence & Other Landmarks

    Discover the origins of the famous cornstalk fence and other romantic landmarks in the French Quarter.

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  5. Octoroon Ballroom & Love Tales

    Visit the ballroom where Octoroon dynasties were negotiated and hear about the city’s most tragic love story.

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Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point in front of Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop on Bourbon Street.

Tours meet and depart on the sidewalk in front of Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar, located at 941 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70116. Please do not enter the bar; meet your guide at the courtyard gate attached to the bar.

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Non-refundable

All sales are final. No refunds are available for cancellations.

  • 0% refund if canceled at least 0 day(s) before
  • Tour may be canceled if there are not enough travelers

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