Walking Tour in New Orleans Garden District

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

Summary

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.

Tour info

Duration
2 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

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.”

What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • tax included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Gratuity

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Before you go

  • Wear Comfortable Shoes

  • Restroom break provided halfway through the tour

  • Family Friendly

Covid Policy

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

About operator:

Not Just your Ordinary Cheap Thrill! Fun French Quarter Walking tours led by Master Story tellers. Choose from Ghost & Vampire, Garden District, St. Louis #1 Cemetery, Music of New Orleans, Saints & Sinners or Tour Treme', Who knew history could be so much fun? As an added bonus our Saints and Sinners Tour and Ghost & Vampire Tour guests get Buy One Get One Free Hurricane drinks the hour prior to each tour! All tours are about one hour forty five minutes, walking distance is just under one mile. Bring your camera (and your friends), wear comfortable shoes, and be prepared to have fun! Established in 2006. Locally owned and operated. We love entertaining you and it shows!

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