Hurricane Katrina: Past, Present and Future Driving Tour
Explore New Orleans and discuss the human and economic impact Hurricane Katrina had on the city's recovery and future in this 2 hour, private driving tour in New Orleans. Drive more than 50 miles around the city while learning about the people, places, and history that comprise one of the most diverse cities in North America. Hear how the storm affected New Orleans and what's being done to mitigate similar disasters in the future while developing a whole new outlook on the place and the people who live there.
Note: please contact us BEFORE to booking to confirm availability and changing health and safety status.
Options
Hurricane Katrina: Past, Present and Future Driving Tour
Option 1: This is a driving tour that explains what happened during Katrina, why it happened and what's been done to prevent another disaster.
Pickup included
What's included in Hurricane Katrina: Past, Present and Future Driving Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
French Quarter
We start in the French Quarter and explain why the city was located there originally. The topography of the French Quarter and surrounding areas lay the historical groundwork for the city wide driving segment inthe afternooon.
New Orleans City Park
After the French Quarter, we will drive through many neighborhoods to show you where levees were breached, flooding occurred and where protective measures were made.
Lakefront Arena
Here will will discuss the path of the storm and explain was has been done to prevent another disaster.
Inclusions
- Licensed and insured native guide
- Private transportation
- 3 hour guided tour of New Orleans focused on Hurricane Katrina and aftermath
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visitors with limited mobility and/or service animals should discuss this with us before booking.
- A maximum of 4 people per booking, exceptions are made for larger groups.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We will meet at pre-determined location. Please contact us BEFORE booking to confirm availability and meeting location.
Meeting / End Points
- Under the Tableau restaurant sign.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Please call 504-250-2551 to confirm pick-up time and hotel location at least 24 prior to your tour start
