P2PI FUTURE FORWARD

New Orleans’ Garden District is one of the most picturesque neighborhoods in the nation.

If you’re looking to explore outside of the French Quarter area and see how our people live and have lived, this excursion is perfect for you. See the neighborhood’s gorgeous mansions and their notable large, opulent lawns.

After that, a stop in Lafayette Cemetery, the oldest city-owned cemetery. You'll learn the burial practices and traditions that make our cemeteries unique.

You’ll see residences of Anne Rice, Sandra Bullock, and John Goodman. As well, houses featured in movies such as The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and the Buckner Mansion of American Horror Story fame.

Important Details:

Content is for all ages.
Tour is designed to be 2 hours but can run over.
Transportation will be provided to where the tour starts.
Buses will pick up at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel at 9:00 AM.
If you plan to arrive at the starting location on your own, please arrive no later than 9:45 AM.
For everyone’s courtesy, tours leave on time.
Tours go on rain or shine.
Tours are about a mile walk.
Tour does not end where the tour starts.
Return transportation will be provided from the end of the tour to the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel.

As you stroll with us, you’ll learn about the fascinating beginnings of our city that shaped this world-famous neighborhood. Discover the must-see spots in the French Quarter and learn about the history of the “Vieux Carré”. Our local guides will enlighten you about the best bars, restaurants, and hidden gems to see on your visit here.

We will guide you on a tour from the mighty Mississippi River, to buildings older than our country, to present-day curious and unique locales. Understand why people become captivated with our city and keep coming back for more.

Important Details:

Tour is designed to be 2 hours but can run over.
Tour will pick up at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel Check in will be in the lobby of the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel.
For everyone’s courtesy, tours leave on time.
Tours go on rain or shine.
Tours are about a mile walk.
Tour does not end where the tour starts.
Guests will be helped after the tour with directions to where they are going next.

Maybe ghost stories don’t quite pique your interest, but you have that curiosity about the dark side of humanity. The most terrifying things are what people do to each other, and perhaps you want to glimpse into this corrupt corner of existence.

We’ll bring you on a tour of the sordid details behind New Orleans’ dark, bloody murders. You’ll visit locations in the French Quarter where the echoes of gruesome crimes of murder still cry out.

Important Details:

Tour is designed to be 2 hours but can run over.
Tour will pick up at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel.
Check in will be in the lobby of the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel.
For everyone’s courtesy, tours leave on time.
Tours go on rain or shine.
Tours are about a mile walk.
Tour does not end where the tour starts.
Guests will be helped after the tour with directions to where they are going next.

In a city like New Orleans, history surrounds you at every turn, so it can be hard to know where to start — but our sightseeing bus takes you on a fun and comfortable ride that hits all the can’t-miss highlights. With our VIP City Tours, you experience this incredible destination from the comfort of our air-conditioned city tour bus, and learn more about its history, jazz, Mardi Gras, voodoo, the French Quarter, unique food, cemeteries and haunted happenings.

Important Details:

All tours are approximately 2 hours.
Tour will pick up at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel.
Check in will be in the lobby of the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel.
Tours operate rain or shine.
If you are planning to bring a wheelchair, walker or stroller, please note we can only fit devices that fold; our compact buses won’t hold full-size equipment. Also, any guests requiring special equipment must be able to step up and down independently to get on and off the bus; we do not have lifts available. Likewise, while registered service animals (with provided proof of registration) are allowed on tours, other pets are not.

Brennan's has been recognized as the best restaurant in New Orleans by New Orleans Magazine. This historic mansion offers the finest in creole cuisine and is where Bananas Foster was invented. Wrap up your week at P2PI Future Forward with an authentic New Orleans experience in the heart of the French Quarter!

Important Details:

Guests will meet directly at the restaurants. The restaurant is about a 7 minute walk from the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel.
Please arrive by 10:15 AM.
Any dietary restrictions should be indicated in your registration or emailed to the Events Team.

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