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

Wed 30 Apr

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Starting at $33.00

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Wed 30 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)

morganecH7648JO

Mar 2025

The tour was fun and informative, and our guide, Renee, was amazing! She gave us a fast-paced download of New Orleans history, an overview of her own idiosyncratic family history, and a zoomed-in look at various aspects of the Garden district, from notes on antebellum architecture to personal anecdotes about John Goodman, who has a house there. She's a wonderful raconteur. I would listen to her rattle off a library catalogue.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

What a fantastic review! We all appreciate it so much, and agree that Renée is interesting, funny, and brings a local perspective and energy to all of her tours. We love to provide a nice mix of architectural features, historical significance, mild celebrity gossip, and personally tested recommendations on our Garden District tours. I hope your entire time in New Orleans was fun and memorable, and I hope you come walk with us again. Next time, try Renee‘s French Quarter tour! Libby

F3937PHkathryng

Mar 2025

James was very knowledgeable about New Orleans history and the architecture of the Garden District. I learned a lot about the way the economy of the city changed over time and how that affected the homes that we saw. Of course, he pointed out the houses owned by movie stars and where movies had been filmed. The weather and the smell of the sweet olive trees was delightful!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you so much for providing a multisensory review of your Garden District tour with James! Architecture is about more than houses; it shows us how the priorities, access to materials, and politics through the years shaped how people lived. And yes, it smells good this time of year! James is quite adept at explaining the history and the culture (and the cemeteries ) of New Orleans. Come back when the magnolias are in bloom for an entirely new wonderful smell! Libby

Kelly_R

Mar 2025

Libby is an amazing guide. So informative and engaging. Vast knowledge of Louisiana history and New Orleans culture. Thank you Libby!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for attending my tour and leaving such a fabulous review! Every great review like this brings us more opportunities to share the stories of the city that we love. I confess that I do know a lot about Louisiana, but I also have much more to learn and I relish every day that I get to spend here thinking about our culture. Please walk with me next time you make it to town! I do French Quarter tours, too. Libby