Explore New Orleans' Garden District: Private 2-hour Walking Tour

4 Reviews4.75 out of 5 stars Based on 4 traveler reviews collected by Cool New Orleans and TripAdvisor | New Orleans, USA

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Overview

Perfect for an idyllic stroll down tree-lined boulevards, New Orleans' Garden District is filled with the most beautiful and historic homes, most listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and gardens in the city. See some of the best sights and attractions in the Garden District on this private 2-hour tour.

Though the grandeur of the homes on a street lined with sprawling magnolias and towering oaks feels like a haven, your guide will tell the stories of this amazing city. While on your tour, hear about fascinating families of old and of today’s residents - artists, poets, film stars, and athletes.

Your tour ends with a refreshing drink (house wine, beer, or coffee) at a local spot where your guide will point you in the right direction for the best dining, shopping, and entertainment in the district, giving you the local knowledge you need to enjoy the rest of your time in the area.

What's Included

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
  • Additional Food & Drink
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • No tickets required
  • Cost of transportation on the day (if required)

Meeting Location

Meeting point

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

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Your guide will meet you outside the main entrance to Commander's Palace - 1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130.

End point

Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, 1427 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Finish your tour at Lafayette Cemetery with a short guided visit (if open to the public, if not you will see it from the outside).

Start Time • 9:30 AM

What To Expect

Lafayette Street

Take a stroll down the city formerly known as Lafayette and learn about the complex history of the 19th-century mansion-filled neighbourhoods and the cotton economy.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Commander's Palace

See the Commander's Palace, a beautiful building in a Victorian style which has been a New Orleans institution since 1880.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Garden District

In the Garden District, you will pass by Walter Robinson's house, which was an important venue for jazz musicians during the early 20th century; See Anne Rice House, the former home of the best-selling author who wrote "Interview with the Vampire; discover Briggs-Staub House, built in 1859, became a popular filming location for several movies and TV shows, including "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button".
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Louise S. McGehee School

Pass by Louise S. McGehee School, an all-girls school in a stunning Greek Revival style built in 1858, and get to admire Women's Opera Guild, designed in Queen Anne-style architecture, now used as a venue for events and weddings.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lafayette Cemetery No.1

Visit Lafayette Cemetery #1, which has appeared in several films and TV shows and is where Judge Ferguson, of the landmark case Plessy v Ferguson, is buried.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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-255730P273

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