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Hurricane Katrina: Past, Present and Future Driving Tour

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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.
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Highlights

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.

Itinerary

  • French Quarter

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    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

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    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

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Here will will discuss the path of the storm and explain was has been done to prevent another disaster.

  • Tulane University(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Here we will discuss the topography of the city, noting the wet and dry areas, as well as see how the depth of flood water differed from location to location.

  • Garden District(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Here we discuss the high ground and why this part of the city did not flood during Katrina.

  • Warehouse/Central Business District(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Here we discuss why various parts of the downtown area flooded and why others did not...such as the Convention Center and the Superdome.

What's included

INCLUDED

Licensed and insured native guide
Private transportation
3 hour guided tour of New Orleans focused on Hurricane Katrina and aftermath

NOT INCLUDED

Food and drinks
Lunch
Gratuities

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Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
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.

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Location

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New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Provider

New Orleans Private Tours

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