Garden District Tour: Explore Historic Mansions & Cemetery

Discover the captivating history of New Orleans on a walking tour through its elegant 19th Century garden neighborhood. Explore Lafayette Cemetery #1 and learn about the city’s journey from the Louisiana Purchase to the Civil War. Join us for a personalized and unforgettable experience!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lafayette Cemetery No.1 - Breathtaking, heartbreaking, beautiful, and full of stories! The cemetery is closed to the public, but you’ll get a good look through the large gates while your guide explains our unique interment practices.
  • Garden District - Explore the lush Garden District and hear the stories behind the 19th Century mansions in the neighborhood.
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Small-group walking tour
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase before tour)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the tales on a pedestrian excursion amidst the sophisticated 19th Century garden district of New Orleans. You will have the chance to peek through the gates of Lafayette Cemetery #1, which is presently not open to visitors. This area, along with its graveyard, narrates New Orleans’ history from the Louisiana Purchase to the Civil…

Location
Gracious Bakery
Saint Charles Avenue
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Maureen_b
Nov 6, 2024
Great walking tour - Our tour guide was very informative and interesting. We enjoyed her tour and we would take this tour again and also highly recommend Jackie for the tour.
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Diana_a
Nov 6, 2024
A must see - There were 4 of us on this tour which made it even better. Our guide was amazing and so thorough! She answered every question we had along the way!. Its our first time in New Orleans and first impressions are " this city is dirty". A mix of NY city and San Francisco. However this tour allows to show you a different part of the city that is well kept. The architecture is incredible!
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Nancylu1108
Nov 6, 2024
Exceptional experience - I had an amazing tour with Jackie. She shared interesting stories about the houses in garden district which makes you know the history of the area more. Also, she is such a caring guide that pays attention to each of us. She makes my trip in New Orleans an unforgettable memory. Highly recommend when visit!
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Boardingpass645887
Nov 4, 2024
A MUST DO - Jackie Bullock was an outstanding tour guide. I do not typically write reviews, but this tour was truly 5 stars that I had to write a review. This tour was one of the highlights of my trip. Jackie was so knowledgeable and a great story teller. But also spoke clearly and loud enough for everyone to hear. She was also so very kind and you can tell that she really loves what she does. Do yourself a favor and book her tour, you will be very happy that you did.
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Ashley_l
Nov 3, 2024
Highly recommend - James was an excellent tour guide, knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommend for those wanting some history and a step away from the French quarter
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Pam_c
Nov 3, 2024
James was great! - James was great tour guide! Knowledgeable and informative! My friend and I learned so much on this tour! Beautiful area! Loved every minute of it!
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Guy
Nov 3, 2024
Visiting The Garden District for the first time and great local place to eat Joey K’s - A good way to learn and see the city with great information from a friendly guide. She also gave us info for a local spot for lunch and drinks after Joey K’s
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Coraly_s
Nov 2, 2024
Excellent small group garden district tour - James was very knowledgeable. I appreciated that it was a small group. James provided us with a great experience.
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John_s
Nov 1, 2024
James is great, take the tour - James was very knowledgeable as well as highly entertaining. He added additional bits here and there and it was a joy to tour with him. I highly recommend this tour with this tour operator.
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Amanda_m
Oct 31, 2024
Friendly tour! - James is a very knowledgeable & friendly guide. I very much enjoyed the tour seeing some beautiful houses in the garden district and learning the history of the neighborhood. 100% would recommend!
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From $33
up to 12 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).