Explore LGBTQ History on a New Orleans Walking Tour
Walk the French Quarter and trace New Orleans LGBTQ history
Duration
2.5 hours
Includes
Guided tour, Licensed guide
Highlights
Explore LGBTQ history in New Orleans on a guided walking tour through the French Quarter. Learn about early gay neighborhoods, decades of struggle, and the community voices that shaped the city.
- Walk about 1.0 mile through the French Quarter with your guide
- Learn about gay bars and social clubs dating back to the 1930s
- Hear the history of the UpStairs Lounge fire and its aftermath
- Discover activists, artists, writers, chefs, and performers tied to the neighborhood
- Explore pride celebrations like Southern Decadence and gay Mardi Gras krewes
Things to know
At least 2 people are required to run this tour (may be booked separately). Sidewalks can be uneven, and the tour runs rain or shine.
Cancellation Policy
Public tours: Cancellations within 24 hours of start are non-refundable. Arrivals more than 10 minutes late are no-shows and can’t join. Refundable tickets: full refund if cancelled 24+ hours before start. Non-refundable tickets: no refunds or changes.
Product ID: 25DAKV
FAQs
Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. You’ll walk about 1.0 mile on occasionally uneven sidewalks, with possible sun, cold, or rain depending on the season.
The walking tour runs rain or shine unless extreme weather is forecast. If extreme weather leads to cancellation, you’ll be notified no later than 2 hours before the start time.
Yes. At least 2 people are required to run this tour (you may be booked separately).
Meeting details
Le CaBARet at 834 N Rampart Street, New Orleans, LA 70116
