Katrina & Water History Walking Tour in New Orleans
Trace how water and Katrina reshaped New Orleans
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Guided walking tour, Guide
Highlights
Explore New Orleans’ complex relationship with water on a guided walking tour focused on Hurricane Katrina and the city’s history of floods and storms. Hear how natural forces and human decisions shaped life below sea level.
- Follow a guide through past and present water history in New Orleans
- Learn how floods and storms influenced culture across generations
- Examine 20th-century innovations for managing water and risk
- Understand how Katrina exposed vulnerabilities and sparked change
- Explore water equity and who is protected or left vulnerable
- Consider sustainability efforts and how the city continues to adapt
Things to know
Uneven terrain in the French Quarter may be difficult for guests with impaired mobility. Tours run rain or shine.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the tour for a refund. You can rebook up to 2 hours prior to the tour. Tours go rain or shine unless weather is deemed too dangerous; you will be notified at least 1 hour before the tour.
FAQs
Wear comfortable shoes and bring water to drink. Bring an umbrella in case of rain.
Tours run rain or shine unless the weather is deemed too dangerous.
Arrive before the start time. The tour leaves on time, and routes can change, so catching up is almost impossible.
