New Orleans’ Garden District fascinates with historic mansions, impressive architecture, and colorful history, all framed by ancient live oak trees. On this tour, you’ll walk through the neighborhood learning the history and culture of the area from a local guide. The experience is complete with a stop at Lafayette Cemetery to learn about the city’s famous above-ground “Cities of the Dead.”
- Walk through New Orleans’ picturesque Garden District
- Learn about the area’s history from a local guide
- Visit Lafayette Cemetery, one of the city’s famous “Cities of the Dead”
- Small group tour limited to 25 people
What To Expect
Lafayette Cemetery No.1
A small segment of the tour focuses on the unique burial customs in New Orleans. (Please note that entrance to the cemetery is permitted by the City of New Orleans, and it may be closed when services are being performed.)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Commander’s Palace
A discussion about Commander’s Palace includes the architecture of the building, the history of the owners, and highlights of the culinary experience awaiting guests.
3 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Morris-Israel House
This house was designed by Samuel Jameson in 1869 and it is an excellent example of New Orleans’ iconic Italianate architecture. Learn about this incredible architecture style and how it relates to other styles in the neighborhood.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Women’s Guild of the New Orleans Opera
This house was built in two different eras and in two different styles! Learn how to tell the difference between these styles at the Women’s Opera Guild House!
3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Louise S. McGehee School
Learn the history of this late 19th century building from its start as a single family residence to its transformation to the library of the McGehee School!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Carroll-Crawford House
Another incredible house designed by Irish born Samuel Jameson, this is an excellent example of Italianate style in the Garden District.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Rink Shopping Center
Learn about residents’ favorite recreational activities at the turn of the century. This simple building housed the largest skating rink in the country at the time it was built – 1884.
7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Garden District
Spend two hours admiring the beautiful antebellum mansions and learn the history of the area at the time that the homes were being built. Hear the stories of the people who designed the houses, and the people who lived in them.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Stroller accessible
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Max group – 15
