Walking Tours of Louisiana

Travelling for pure enjoyment brings a whole new level to the trip. You are choosing this destination because you have a deep passion to see new things and revisit old favorites in new ways. Louisiana is the perfect state for new beginnings and lingering passions. The history is rich and exciting, full of myths and folklore of romance, adventure and horror. The past of Louisiana and the present way of life are both culturally rich and intellectually stimulating. The only way to fully enjoy visiting areas like Louisiana is by embarking on the many walking tours.

A swamp tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts. Learn about origins of the various swaps like the one slipping through Barataria-Terrebonne Estuary. See wild alligators and birds like the Great Egret that make these swamps their home. Hear the legends and lore of the swamps from real Cajun guides. There are many preservation efforts underway for the wetlands and you can learn how you can help on any of the tours of Louisiana swamps.

Touring the French Quarter in New Orleans is a true lesson is history and lore. This place, unlike any other, has a rich history steeped in tales of voodoo and magic. From Catholicism to Voodoo this small area of New Orleans has a reputation as big as Texas. There are several walking tours to take that will lead you through the garden district and french quarter while regaling you with true tales of magic, religion, conspiracy and triumphs. See the gorgeous Mississippi River and learn why its called the father of waters. View the distinctive architectural style this area is known for. Gaze upon the St. Louis Cathedral in all its amazing splendor. Stop and get a bowl of authentic creole gumbo while your on the stroll.

In this dawn of a new century it is imperative to visit the site of rebirth in this great state. Hurricane Katrina destroyed so much of the city but the souls of the survivors are stronger. Take a tour of the hurricane destruction sites and see the amazing reconstruction that has taken place. Check out the Convention Center, the Superdome,17th Street Canal and Lake Pontchartrain to take inspiration from the natives of this amazing state.

These tours are also availble to tour certain state treasures. Anne Rice, a hugely popular writer of vampire tales is the subject of a particular tour. True Blood, a series on the cable network HBO is another vampire based tour you can take that uses the mystique of Louisiana to meld its story together.

Walking tours through Louisiana's most fascinating spots is a twist on the basic museum tour. Instead of viewing history behind glass you stand on it, breathe it in and feel it all around you.