2 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
9 people
English
Say goodbye to the typical tourist traps and embrace an intimate experience (9 people max!) where your questions and curiosity are not only encouraged but welcomed! Witness over a dozen authentic Voodoo shrines and altars, scattered throughout the French Quarter. Among them, you'll discover the sacred tributes to the legendary Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau, a woman steeped in history and mystery. This is not your typical sensationalized or frightful encounter. Instead, it's a mesmerizing journey that will enlighten you to the profound truths behind this ancient and misunderstood religion. Unearth the fascinating spiritual practices, rich traditions, and cultural significance that breathe life into Voodoo. Unravel the threads of Voodoo's past and present, gaining deep insights into the who, why, and how it is passionately practiced in the vibrant city of New Orleans today. Open your mind, and let the truth and magic of the Voodoo religion leave you spellbound.
We will take some time to visit Congo Square- a sacred place for Voodoo rituals and a historically significant space for enslaved people in early New Orleans.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
We will walk the Quarter and see it through the lens of the enslaved experience and their religion of Voodoo. We will visit significant Voodoo points of interest and dig deep into its truths versus fiction.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
When finishing the tour at Voodoo Authentica your guide will explain the altars and artifacts that you will see inside and answer your questions.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free