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New Orleans Garden District Tour with Mansion Visit & Lafayette Cemetery

New Orleans Garden District Tour with Mansion Visit & Lafayette Cemetery

Overview

Visit one of the most celebrated Historic National Landmark districts in the United States: the New Orleans Garden District. Explore this storied neighborhood like a Southerner with a praline tasting and streetcar ride. Strolling under tall oak trees, observe the ornate balconies of stately mansions and catch glimpses into their impressive gardens. Finish the tour with an exclusive visit to one the best-preserved Southern mansions and enjoy a cool drink on the porch.

City: New Orleans

Thu 12 Jun

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Starting at $45.00

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Thu 12 Jun

Starting at $45.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Expertly guided walking tour

Local English-speaking guide

Guaranteed Exclusive Access - Elms Mansion

One-day Jazzy Pass (Transportation Pass)

Food tasting - Praline

Beverage - Elms Mansion

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to the restrictions of New Orleans streetcars, wheelchairs cannot be accommodated on this tour.
Walks comply with all local government regulations. You may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. Please refer to New Orleans government guidelines for the most up to date information
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Aunt Sally's Pralines

Start your day on the sweetest of notes at a historic praline-makers shop to sample this Southern confectionary treat.

Garden District

During the late 19th century, as New Orleans started to fully enjoy its prosperity, wide-lot homes of opulent nature began to arise where once plantations sprawled. Wander through the streets, as harmless insects buzz about, ferns sway on porches and these southern belles lounge about.

Lafayette Cemetery No.1

Peek into one of America’s most historic graveyards - Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 with its famous family plots and gray stone mausoleums. Here your guide will share some intriguing stories on the practical difficulties of building and maintaining a cemetery below sea level. Please note: Access to the cemetery is currently prohibited to all guests. Full cemetery tour will be given from outside the gates.

Elms Mansion

As you return to the wide avenue of St. Charles, wander a bit more to end your tour in front of the Elms Mansion, one of the best-preserved old Southern mansions in America. As your time with your guide draws to a close, reflect on the beautiful, often troubled history of New Orleans and celebrate the preservation to keep this special corner of the world for all to enjoy. Please note: Access to the Elms Mansion may occasionally be unavailable. In this case, you will receive an extended Garden District tour.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (19)

Adam R

Nov 2019

The tour was good, we were with another party who walked a bit faster than us, so we we missed a great deal of what the guide said as we sorta became two groups.Also the streetcar was not running, which was included as part of why we picked this tour, so we had to walk a bit more than anticipated. The praline factory tour was our favorite part. We took my 88 year old mom and was probably to much walking to begin with. We quit before we got to the graveyard and mansion as my mom was wore out.

Response from Host

Nov 2019

Hello Adam R, Thank you so much for your feedback. We are so happy that you enjoyed the tour content and your guide; however, we are terribly sorry to hear that your group was unable to complete the tour, as it is indeed mostly a walking tour. We deeply apologize for the disruption caused by the streetcar construction along the route of our tour, but we hope that you were still able to enjoy those tickets elsewhere in the city. All the best, The Walks Team

merrillw888

Sep 2019

We started with Aunt Sally's Pralines and moved onto the Garden District. A lovely experience with the spirited and knowledgeable Destiny, who was terrific. The tour was capped off with a visit to one of magnificent homes in the Garden District, a really must see experience. The only down side was that Viator was incorrect in identifying where the tour would start from. I would advise everyone to be most careful of the communication between Viator and the actual tour company re: starting point.

Response from Host

Sep 2019

We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your tour of the Garden District with Destiny! Delivering quality walking tours is our passion and we're excited that we got to share one with you!

Laura M

Aug 2019

Enjoyed the tour very much. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. Praline staff made sure it was a fun experience. Loved sipping iced tea on the mansion patio. Highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Dear Laura M, Thank you for the kind review! It's so wonderful to hear that you truly enjoyed this tour! We are also glad that you were able to learn more about New Orleans and enjoy some southern comfort food and drink. Thank you again and we hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in New Orleans! All the best, The Walks Team