Walking Tour in New Orleans Garden District

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2 hours

New Orleans

Basic Information

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Magpie ID: UXPIFK

Category: Walking & Bike Tours

Currency: USD

Language: English

TimeZone: (GMT-06:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

Booking Cutoff: 60 minutes before start time

Highlights

Learn about the origins and famous residents of this stately former suburb
Pass the southern mansions of notable authors, actors, and athletes
Visit the above-ground tombs of Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, a popular filming location

Included

Professional guide
tax included

Excluded

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuity

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Summary Description

Meet your guide at Starbucks, 2801 Magazine St, take a leisurely stroll under towering oak trees, magnolias, and crepe myrtles while you listen to the rich history of the neighborhood. See homes of authors, poets, movie stars, artists, and sports legends, including John Goodman, Sandra Bullock, Anne Rice, and Archie Manning. The 2-hour tour concludes at Lafayette Cemetery No. 1.

Description

Take a break from the crowds of the French Quarter for a walking tour among the leafy avenues, stately mansions, and famous cemeteries of the Garden District. See the opulent homes of local celebrities such as Sandra Bullock, John Goodman, Archie Manning and Anne Rice's former home. Learn New Orleans trivia while strolling beneath southern live oaks and crepe myrtles. You'll also enjoy the history of Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 — one of the city's most legendary graveyards that’s featured in hit films like “Interview with the Vampire.”

Start / End Location

Start Location: Starbucks, 2801 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA, USA

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