Mobile Mardi Gras Trail Tours
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Mobile Mardi Gras Trail Tours

A walking or driving route that recreates the history of Mobile from the colonial period to the early twentieth century and particularly the birth of America's Mardi Gras traditions. Discover the festive side of life during the steamboat era, learn about Creole culture and Guilded Age extravagance, mixed with the intrigue of secret societies, flambeaus and ballrooms. The self-guided tour is available online. Guided tours and trolley tours available.
    Downtown Mobile Mobile, AL 36602
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    251 599-9332
    Self guided tour, anytime; Call for times of guided tours
    This experience may be open for on-site visitation; however, offerings and/or operating procedures may have changed due to COVID-19. Please verify details before you go and visit the COVID-19 Resources page for more information.
    Self guided tour, anytime; Call for times of guided tours
    2515999332

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    • Downtown Mobile
    • Mobile, AL 36602
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