Garden District History and Homes Walking Tour

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New Orleans, USA

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2 hours 20 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

ACCESS TO SOME LOCATIONS, INCLUDING LAFAYETTE CEMETERY MAY BE RESTRICTED DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Boasting the world’s largest collection of 19th century American Southern style mansions, the Garden District of New Orleans deserves special attention and a tour of its own! View unique architecture, oak tree-lined streets, manicured gardens, and the homes of some of America’s most famed celebrities—both past and present—as you leisurely stroll through this neighborhood. Stop at Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, arguably America’s most infamous graveyard. The above ground crypts of this “city of the dead” have appeared in numerous blockbuster films including “Double Jeopardy,” and “Interview with the Vampire.” Other highlights include Briggs-Staub House, Colonel Short's Villa, Commander’s Palace restaurant, Lonsdale House, Musson House, Payne House, The Rink, Robinson House, Toby-Westfeldt House, and celebrity homes of Anne Rice, Sandra Bullock, Ella Brennan, and John Goodman.

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Meeting Location

Meeting point

1410 Jackson Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

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Tour meets at Buckner Mansion, located at the corner of Jackson Ave and Coliseum St.

End point

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

Start Time • 10:00 AM

What To Expect

Buckner Mansion

Begin at home
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

1448 Fourth St (Pass By)

Exquisite home once owned by Confederate Colonel Short
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Garden District

Historic walking tour of the neighborhood
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Lafayette Cemetery No.1

Though currently closed to the public, this tour concludes with a chance to peer through the gates of one of our city's most iconic cemeteries. This above-ground cemetery has been prominently featured in TV and Film for decades. Your guide will conclude the tour with an informative and fascinating exploration of the introduction, tradition, and functionality of above ground crypts and the intimate connection New Orleanian families can preserve and nurture across generations, decades, and centuries.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Briggs-Staub House (Pass By)

The only Gothic Revival house in the district was built in 1849.
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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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-17139P1

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Average 4.73 out of 5 stars based on 96 traveler reviews collected by Cool New Orleans and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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