Garden District Walking Tour
What your day looks like
The Garden District of New Orleans, renowned for its grand and intricately designed mansions, is where opulence meets allure. Framed by towering evergreen oaks that shade the streets, and famous for the vibrant Mardi Gras parades on the Avenue, this area is truly a spectacle. We’ll take you beyond the lavish façades. It’s the stories behind those mansion doors that spark curiosity and conversation. Since the early 1830s, the Garden District has thrived as a hub of beauty, drama, deception, and wealth, creating a mystique that endures to this day. Through the gates of Lafayette Cemetery #1, you’ll see family tombs and learn about our unique entombment process, gaining insight into the traditions we share with the ancient Egyptians. As you stroll, you’ll discover how the gardens of the Garden District played a crucial role in protecting homes from flooding. Along the way, you’ll pass by celebrity homes and filming locations from popular films and TV shows, and we’ll share a few secrets, too. At the end of the tour, your guide will gladly offer insider tips on where to eat, what to see, and where to relax. After the tour, you’ll receive follow-up information about the Garden District in case you want to dive even deeper into its history. We care about our customers and go the extra mile to ensure your tour is the highlight of your time in New Orleans.
The experience, in brief
- Walk among the mansions and Oak lined streets of the beautiful Garden District
- Explore this captivating neighborhood with us, where every home has a story
The journey, in full
You will walk through the neighborhood of large stately Oaks while admiring the mansions. Y With your local guide, you will hear about the families, history, architecture, and even a little bit of gossip. You will stop by celebrity homes and be enlightened with stories of their time in New Orleans. At the gates of Lafayette Cemetery you will see the family tombs and discuss our unique procedures of burials. You will also hear about our family tomb days. Your tour guide will be a descendant of the ancestral families that started New Orleans.
Your day, step by step
New Orleans
City/Town Tour at Garden District, New Orleans.
What to know before booking
Included
Guide
Not Included
Tips and gratuity
What to Bring
Camera Sunglasses Sunscreen & Hat Bag for Essentials Comfortable clothing and footwear
Restrictions
Due to uneven terrain this tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues
Meeting & Pickup
2727 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA We meet in front of The Rink Shopping Center. The Rink has a coffee shop and restrooms. The guide will meet you outside the front entrance.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic