Gallier Historic House Guided Tour

Overview

Built in 1861, by local architect James Gallier, Jr. as his private family residence, this Victorian French Quarter townhouse exemplifies architectural features that are not only unique to New Orleans, but also innovative and advanced for the period. Marked by an iconic Paris Green gate, the Royal street home includes an ornate interior décor, running hot and cold water, experimental skylight, intact attached slave quarters, and classic courtyard.

City: New Orleans

Mon 09 Feb

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Starting at $17.00

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Mon 09 Feb

Starting at $17.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Admission Ticket

Guided Tour

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Gallier House

Enter an opulent era at Gallier Historic House and marvel at the Victorian furnishings and decor within this architectural gem. Completed in 1860, Gallier House was designed by famed Crescent City architect, James Gallier, Jr. As a family home, Gallier House showcases several engineering innovations, such as indoor plumbing with hot and cold running water and a double skylight. Using the original household inventory as a guide, period decorative arts reflect the Galliers’ refined taste. This comfortable lifestyle was made possible through the work of enslaved people, and later domestic servants, whose work and lives are also interpreted on tours.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (51)

AmyBW2021

Nov 2021

I am so glad that we decided to take this tour of the Hermann-Grima House. It was an in-depth view into New Orleans history, and our guide was exceptionally well-informed.

ljani2017

Jun 2021

This was an engaging, enjoyable, and immersive tour. It was wonderful to see the history contained in this house, it’s courtyard and the slave quarters. Our tour guide Lynette was incredible. She knew the house’s history and made it come to life. She answered our questions and helped us understand how the house changed along with the city of New Orleans. My 11 year old was amazed at the different artifacts in each room showing how people in the house lived. It was an excellent experience.

cclehr

Jun 2021

We had the most excellent tour with Bob at the Gallier Historic House. We enjoyed learning about the family, the modernized intricacies of the home and furnishings as well as the enslaved people who lived and worked at the Gallier House. Really appreciate getting the whole picture to include the enslaved workers who maintained the house.