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Jewish History Tour of New Orleans

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New Orleans, USA

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Overview

This tour takes a trip through the French Quarter with an emphasis on how Jews have contributed to the multi-ethnic gumbo known as New Orleans. The Jewish community has had an active presence in New Orleans since colonial times, contributing to our culture, business, and music. As you walk through the original city, you’ll learn about the earliest Jewish settlers, who could easily have lost their identity in a Catholic colony.

You’ll see where those who arrived in the 19th and 20th centuries lived and worked. You’ll learn how they contributed to the development and growth of the city, adding to the unique mingling of the old world and new that is New Orleans. Jews are among the strongest preservationists of the French Quarter and one of its most significant achievements, jazz. They are also having an impact on that other great New Orleans cultural contribution to the world, food.

What's Included

  • Licensed, insured, local guide with an extensive knowledge of the area
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting Location

Meeting point

PJ's Coffee, 333 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

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The Jewish History tour meets outside of the PJ's Coffee in the Canal Place Mall, 333 Canal Street. The coffee shop is accessible from both inside the mall, and from the mall entrance on the corner of Iberville and N. Peters Street on the back side of Canal Place.

End point

St. Louis Cathedral, 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA

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What To Expect

Woldenberg Riverfront Park

Along the river, our walk around the Woldenberg Park includes a chance to see the Holocaust Memorial, the statue of Malcolm Woldenburg.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jackson Square

This stop includes an intro to the history of New Orleans and discussion of earliest days of colony with threat of inquisition.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Madame John's Legacy

This old building has a fascinating history, and was owned by a Jewish philanthropist.
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12 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Street

From Dumaine to Pirates Alley, your guide will share stories of New Orleans' famous pirates, some of which were Jewish.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Preservation Hall

In front of our storied Jazz Hall, guests will hear about how Music was saved by Jewish preservationists.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Omni Royal Orleans

Our last discussion includes Judah Benjamin, U.S. Senator and cabinet member of the Confederate government, and slavery in the state before the Civil War.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Call (800) 814 COOL to speak with a Destination Specialist

Activity code: C-52202P8

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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