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Garden District, Cemetery and Commander's Palace Lunch Walking Tour

Garden District, Cemetery and Commander's Palace Lunch Walking Tour

Overview

Note: please do NOT book this tour without contacting me first. Reservations for Commander's Palace must be made about 90 days in advance, making short notice tours difficult. Second, Lafayette Cemetery is closed for repairs and we have to make other arrangements to see another cemetery. If you will accept an alternative restaurant if reservations cannot be made at Commander's, we can discuss the necessary changes BEFORE booking.

This is a walking tour, followed by lunch. The tour focuses on the homes, architecture and culture in the Garden District and the historical background for its development. In addition to the neighborhood, we visit the Lafayette Cemetery #1 and explain the customs for burials in New Orleans. The walking portion takes between 1.5-2 hours. After the walking segment, we finish with lunch at Commander's Palace (proper attire required). If you choose to finish with lunch, most people spend about $50-60 on lunch in addition to the tour fee.

City: New Orleans

Mon 23 Dec

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $285.00

Make a reservation

Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $285.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Licensed and insured native guide

Transportation available if discussed in advance.

Air-conditioned vehicle

Narration supported by photos, maps and charts

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Not recommended for people with limited mobility, walkers or wheelchairs; the sidewalks are just not level enough for some people to negotiate safely.
As of March 2022, Masks are no longer mandated by the city. However, some venues still require both a mask and proof of vaccination. Please call your guide to discuss any current guidelines before booking.

What To Expect

Garden District

This tour has three segments: a visit to Lafayette Cemetery, walk through the neighborhood and lastly, brunch at Commander's Palace.

Garden District

Note: Because of the pandemic, reservations to Commander's may not be available. Also, the cemetery we normally visit is closed for sidewalk repair. We need to confirm if one or both sites are open and available before booking.

Lafayette Cemetery No.1

This cemetery is closed for repairs. We will substitute another cemetery and provide transportation.

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (8)

marjesam

Mar 2019

Really enjoyed this tour and our guide!! Well worth the $$. would highly recommend to anyone interested in NO history...

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Thanks for choosing me to be your guide. I am happy that you are happy. Hope to see you again.

Greg C

Apr 2018

Dom Musso was fun, loves New Orleans and handled our group of 14 like a charm. The lunch at Commanders Palace was excellent, I've never seen so many waiters and servers in one place and everyone greeted us. We had a great time with Dom and learned a great deal.

Response from Host

May 2018

Commander's Palace is a wonderful local treasure. The food, atmosphere, service, value and menu all help me deliver a great dining experience. I am glad you enjoyed your walk in the Garden District and cemetery and hope that you learned something about the people, place and history of New Orleans. Come back and see us for Mardi Gras! Thanks for selecting me to be your guide.