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New Orleans St. Louis #3 Cemetery Walking Tour: Angels, Architecture and Ghosts

New Orleans St. Louis #3 Cemetery Walking Tour: Angels, Architecture and Ghosts

Overview

Local award-winning author and historian Sally Asher will take you on a tour of a famous New Orleans cemetery that she wrote about her in book "Stories from the St. Louis Cemeteries of New Orleans." On this walking tour, you'll learn about burial practices, types of tombs, and visit the graves of some of the city's notable (and notorious) citizens including the hunchbacked photographer who secretly photographed prostitutes, the woman behind the quirky castle, the famed architect whose ship went down with over a 100 prostitutes and circus performers, and legendary chefs who collectively advanced the Civil Rights movement, restored horse racing in the city, and (for better or worse) introduced the turducken to the U.S. The tour takes an 1:15 and is under a mile. Sally is passionate about revealing New Orleans' unusual, outrageous, and untold stories, believing history isn’t about merely listing dates and facts, but the gentle collision of truth and narrative – scandals and all!

City: New Orleans

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $25.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $25.00

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What's Included

Insider tips for local food, music, and culture.

Expert guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

Local author and historian Sally Asher will take you on a journey of a famous New Orleans cemetery. It’s been written that St. Louis Cemetery #3 has so many angels that one can “almost hear the beat of their wings.” You'll visit the graves and learn about some of the city's notable (and notorious) citizens including the first businesswoman to have a public statute erected in her honor, the hunchbacked photographer who secretly photographed prostitutes, the woman behind the quirky castle, the famed architect whose ship went down in a hurricane with over a hundred prostitutes and circus performers, and some legendary chefs who collectively advanced the Civil Rights movement, restored horse racing in New Orleans, and (for better or worse) introduced the turducken to the U.S.. This tour takes approximately an hour and covers roughly a half mile.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (84)

Curtis_M

Dec 2022

This is not you typical tour. The guide is an independent operator and is truly passionate about these cemeteries and NOLA history in general. She researches them extensively for her books on the subject. When you ask questions, her answers frequently start by telling you she recently interviewed the tomb maker, archdiocese, other other expert on the subject. She is also very friendly and personable. The perfect guide for this tour.

CurtisMack

Dec 2022

The guide for this researches cemetery history in New Orleans and writes books on the subject. When you ask questions, her answers frequently mention having interviewed the tomb makers, or contacted the Arch Dioses. She is also very friendly and easy to talk to. Exactly who you would want for a guide.

Response from Host

Dec 2022

Thank you so much! It was nice meeting both of you and I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in New Orleans!

HelenL613

Dec 2022

I am always looking ,when visiting New Orleans,for an experience that teaches me more about the city’s amazing history. Sally’s Red Sash tour of St. Louis Cemetery #3 was exactly that! Sally is knowledgeable, enthusiastic and a delight to listen to. She weaves factual historical stories into her tour while pointing out unique features of the different tombs. She has done extensive research on the cemeteries and it make her tour special.I recommend this tour without reservation.

Response from Host

Dec 2022

Thank you so much. It was lovely to meet you and your friend. I love that you are dedicated to learning/experiencing something new each trip to New Orleans! I hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip and look forward to seeing you again.