Garden District Tour

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Overview

New Orleans' Garden District is a steeped in history and charm, with landmarks that tell stories of its rich heritage. Our small group walking tour brings you through the neighborhood for an unforgettable experience for history, architecture, and culture enthusiasts. The Italianate architecture of historic homes, with ornate brackets and grand porches, captures the grace of a bygone era. We'll see ornate ironwork, antebellum homes and hear the stories of how this part of New Orleans developed and what makes it unique still today. These landmarks, ranging from opulent mansions to time-honored cemeteries, tell vivid stories about the city's vibrant past and the people who shaped its identity. We will see the home of football royalty, the Mannings, and author Anne Rice's home. Well talk about Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, one of the city’s oldest cemeteries. Though currently closed for maintenance, its cultural significance endures.

What's Included

  • 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Garden District
  • Live Commentary from a Professional, Local Tour Guide
  • Gratuitites

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Prytania Street & Washington Avenue, Prytania St & Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

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The tour departs from the southwest corner of Prytania Street and Washington Avenue. The corner is next to the white cemetery wall.

End point

Commander's Palace, 1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Start Time • 1:30 PM

What To Expect

Lafayette Cemetery No.1

This Cemetery will be discussed at the gates, as it is currently closed. The most filmed cemetery in the city there is quite a bit to discuss.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Rink

Built in 1884, the Rink, was once the largest roller skating rink in the world.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera

We will discuss the architectural concepts of this transitional home as well as filming that occurred here.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Louise S. McGehee School

This Second Empire home is one of the buildings included in this historic school's property.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Garden District

We will stop at over 10 homes discussing the architecture and historical elements of one of the United States most memorable neighborhoods.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brevard-Clapp House

The location of Anne Rice's "Witching Hour" novels, we will discuss this authors prolific career and how she has added to the mystique of New Orleans.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Commander's Palace

At this famous Brennan's restaurant we will talk about the development of Creole and Cajuns cuisine in Louisiana thanks to famous chefs like Paul Prudhomme and Emeril Lagasse. We will give information to win the best time to visit and make reservations is.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-221483P4

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