New Orleans Garden District Walking Tour

Overview

Enjoy the stories on a walking tour through New Orleans’ elegant 19th Century garden neighborhood. You will get to look through the gates at Lafayette Cemetery #1, currently closed to the public. This neighborhood and its cemetery tells the story of New Orleans from the Louisiana Purchase to the Civil War. Stunning antebellum mansions, lush gardens, unforgettable stories, and beautiful photo opportunities await! We keep our group size under 12 guests to make in a fun, personal experience.

City: New Orleans

Mon 28 Apr

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Starting at $33.00

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Mon 28 Apr

Starting at $33.00

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What's Included

Local guide

Small-group walking tour

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to uneven surfaces, comfortable walking shoes and sturdy wheelchairs are advised
Wheelchair accessible but be advised that the sidewalks are very uneven
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

What To Expect

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.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (1000)

AnitaTim

Mar 2025

Meet at Gracious Bakery ( food there not bad). Restrooms available. St Charles Trolley stops right in front of the bakery and there is street parking if you can find it. Trolley 1.25 per person and they want exact amount in cash. About 10 in the group. James was our guide and he did well explaining the homes and small details about New Orleans. He does stop by a cemetery and gives some details on it but we don’t go in a walk around. Beware of uneven sidewalks. Recommend this tour if you want up close look of these homes ( some famous ones) .

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for so much for this wonderful review and recommendation! I don’t think we’ve ever gotten a review that is so full of practical tips. The streetcar is a wonderful way to get to the neighborhood and Gracious Bakery is a tasty place for us to meet our groups before we explore the beautiful and gracious Garden District. James is good at explaining our history, culture, and architecture. Thanks for the helpful hints about the streetcar, the café, and the sidewalks. It looks like you’re ready to visit us another time! See you then! Libby

SallieKate_R

Mar 2025

Lesley was a great tour guide filled with a wealth of knowledge on New Orleans history and the Garden District. Would highly recommend!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you so much! Lesley really does have a wonderful understanding of the city and our culture and history, and a kind nature. She makes an excellent guide in our fascinating neighborhoods. Thank you for choosing Lucky Bean Tours to show you around New Orleans, and please include us in your plans next time you make it to town. Thanks for the recommendation! Libby

Lisa_S

Mar 2025

It was great to hear about the gentile history of the city and to escape the sometimes hectic and gritty element of the French Quarter. I love both the flowers and the homes on this tour. Our guide was SUPER informative, and we especially appreciated the advice to check out Magazine Street. I DEFINITELY recommend checking out this tour…it is a must, even if only in NOLA a few days.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Hello, thank you so much! We really do appreciate every review, especially when our guests are happy and recommend our tours to other travelers. I completely agree that the Garden District is a wonderful contrast to the busy, musical, sometimes gritty and very urban French Quarter. We are so happy that you chose us to show you around the beautiful Garden District, and I’m so happy that you checked out Magazine Street. That is definitely an area that most visitors do not see, and it’s yet another wonderful New Orleans neighborhood. Please tour with us next time you come to New Orleans! Libby