St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Tours and Tickets

Explore the haunting beauty of New Orleans’ St. Louis Cemetery #3 on this self-guided walking tour, where you’ll delve into the city’s unique burial traditions. Founded in 1852 to combat a devastating yellow fever epidemic, this historic cemetery is built on the site of a former leprosy colony. It features an eclectic array of above-ground tombs. As you wander this “city of the dead,” you'll discover fascinating architecture, hear stories about notable figures like photographer E.J. Bellocq, and learn why New Orleans cemeteries are famed worldwide. This audio guide offers an insightful glimpse into the city's rich cultural tapestry and distinctive approach to memorializing the past.

This private tour is run by the non-profit Save Our Cemeteries. Booking with us helps preserve and protect historic cemeteries of New Orleans. We provide historically accurate tours, and your support helps continue ongoing restoration. As we stroll through this beautiful area, you will learn about local burial practices and hear stories of those buried here, including notable architect James Gallier and photographer E.J. Bellocq.

Escape the ordinary on this chilling night ghost and cemetery bus tour through some of New Orleans’ most haunted spots outside the French Quarter. Ride in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus with a licensed guide as you hear eerie tales along Esplanade Avenue. Visit real cemeteries after dark and explore sites teeming with paranormal energy. Expect ghostly encounters—apparitions, whispers, even photo-bombing spirits. Bring your camera and an open mind.

Admire the sights of New Orleans from a comfortable coach on a half-day introductory tour. Check out highlights such as the French Quarter and the Garden District while listening to live commentary. Delve into the city’s rich history as you tour one of the oldest cemeteries in New Orleans. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your hotel in Downtown New Orleans, too.

Step aboard an air-conditioned bus to escape the heat for a comfortable, comprehensive tour of New Orleans. This whirlwind tour hits all the most important sights—the French Quarter, the Garden District, Treme, the 9th Ward, and others—in just a couple of hours. Plus, you get a guided tour of the atmospheric cemetery. Have the benefit of in-depth commentary and the chance to ask questions as you travel.

Get an insider’s view of New Orleans on this small-group introduction to the city. Hop aboard a bus with a small group of fellow travelers and visit historic neighborhoods, including the French Quarter and the Garden District. Check out one of the Big Easy's famous cemeteries while learning about the city’s history, architecture, and vibrant culture.

Experience the highlights of New Orleans on this sightseeing bus tour, including an above-ground cemetery, the bustling French Quarter, the opulent Garden District, and St. Charles Avenue. Absorb the sights and sounds of the city as you learn about its fascinating history from your guide. Upgrade to receive admission to Vue Orleans, a 360° indoor and outdoor observatory deck, after your tour.

Explore New Orleans’ rich history and stunning architecture on this small-group tour. Travel by air-conditioned van through iconic areas like the French Quarter, Bayou St John, and the Garden District, with guided walking tours of St. Louis Cemetery #3 and City Park’s Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Enjoy highlights like Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and a stop for beignets at the famous Café du Monde (own expense).

Maximize time in New Orleans with a sightseeing bus tour. Explore beyond the beauty of the French Quarter to see other neighborhoods including the Garden District, Treme, and the Ninth Ward. Learn about city culture and history as you travel through town, and make a stop along the way at the St. Louis Cemetery No. 3.

Experience the extravagant and spiritual sides of New Orleans on a tour that showcases NOLA from several perspectives. Cover more sights in less time in a coach, while still stopping to admire the finer details on foot. See culturally infused architecture in the French Quarter, the mansions in the Garden District, and the famous Lake Pontchartrain Causeway en route to St Louis Cemetery No. 3. There, meander through a maze of haunting mausoleums, including that of Marie Laveau, the city’s most revered voodoo priestess.

Travel through Cajun Country on this full-day New Orleans city tour and swamp adventure. Journey with your professional guide in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus as you learn about the history, culture and highlights of southern Creoles. You'll see major city highlights, areas affected by Hurricane Katrina, and tour the inside of a cemetery to see the above-ground tombs. Afterward, you'll head to the bayou for your choice of a leisurely pontoon boat ride or thrilling airboat ride.

Experience New Orleans' fascinating burial traditions with a unique walking tour led by a local guide whose own ancestors rest in the very cemetery you’ll visit. Journey through St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 and stroll the peaceful Bayou St. John, unlocking the secrets of above-ground tombs, centuries-old rites, and the incredible stories behind every monument.

Experience New Orleans like a true local aboard a private luxury vehicle with Jazzy Limousine & Shuttle. This customizable 3-hour tour takes you beyond the French Quarter to uncover hidden gems and rich history. Your chauffeur-guide navigates a curated route through the city: French Quarter and Jackson Square, the Garden District mansions along St. Charles Avenue, historic Treme, a stop at St. Louis Cemetery #3, Bayou St. John, and beignets at Cafe Du Monde in City Park. Choose a private SUV (up to 6) or Mercedes Sprinter (up to 14). Tailor the route to your group — add Magazine Street shopping, photos along the Mississippi, or extra neighborhood stops. Cover more ground than any walking tour with insider stories only a native can share.

See more of New Orleans when you travel by bike on this tour led by a local, who takes you places not easily found on your own. Cycle through the Bywater and Marigny neighborhoods and down Esplanade Ave. to City Park and St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, with a stop at Café du Monde. You’ll also ride through the Bayou St. John and Tremé neighborhoods, and see several other highlights.

Avoid hours of walking between landmarks on an active and convenient bike tour through the heart of New Orleans. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides little–known facts and anecdotes about the city’s must-see landmarks, from the Mississippi River to Congo Square. Bottled water and a small group size ensure a comfortable tour.

Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of New Orleans from two perspectives on a city tour and steamboat cruise that lets you escape the land-based crowds. Enjoy a narrated coach tour of historic landmarks, including the French Quarter, Jackson Square, and the Garden District. Then, step aboard Steamboat NATCHEZ (or its sister vessel) for a journey along the mighty Mississippi River, complete with live jazz and optional Creole dining.

Get an overview of New Orleans, and visit a classic plantation and cemetery, on this full-day driving tour. Explore Oak Alley Plantation, about an hour from downtown New Orleans, on a guided tour; visit St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 and learn about the city's above ground burial practices; and discover New Orleans, including areas affected by Katrina, on a driving tour with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.

Take a two-wheeled ride through the raucous history and heritage of New Orleans on a bike tour that takes you from the lively streets of the French Quarter to the swampy bayous at the edge of the town. Learn about the city's founding as you follow a flat and leisurely route down oak-lined avenues, through leafy parks, and past creepy cemeteries to reach Bayou St. John. It's a great way to get off the tourist track and see the diverse neighborhoods of the Big Easy.

New Orleans offers plenty to see outside of the French Quarter, but getting around the city to the outlying neighborhoods, parks, and lake shores is a hassle. On this driving tour, explore beyond the confines of the city center hassle-free and learn about the local history and lore with commentary on board. Take in the Treme Creole district and Bayou St. John, plus stop for a stroll in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Admire the massive oak trees in City Park and end with a scenic drive along the shores of Lake Pontchartrain.

Discover New Orleans’ historic architecture, atmospheric neighborhoods, and 19th-century cemeteries on this private tour. Travel by private vehicle and enjoy the undivided attention of your guide as you explore the French Quarter, Bayou St John, and the Garden District. Stop along the way to stroll around St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, admire views along the Mississippi River, and tour Besthoff Sculpture Garden in City Park. You'll even make a stop for beignets and cafe au lait at the famous Cafe du Monde.

Stroll down the heart of the Creole Garden District and hear stories about the Faubourg St. John, a neighborhood built by and for French Creoles in response to encroaching Americanism. This highly acclaimed self-guided audio tour begins at Ashton's Bed and Breakfast, a former antebellum plantation home and continues through the heart of the city's Creole Garden District. Use offline, if needed, and let the phone's GPS start the tour automatically.

Discover New Orleans your way on a half-day private tour. Travel through the French Quarter, the Garden District, the Ninth Ward, and more. Absorb the sights and sounds of the city as you learn about its history from your historian guide. On this highly flexible tour, you can request stops for photo ops and to get a better look at a favorite location.

Get an insider perspective on the rich culture of New Orleans on this private bus tour. After a hotel pick-up, we'll drive to the city's most beloved sites and historic neighborhoods, including the Treme, French Quarter, and Garden District. We'll take a stop for morning beignets in City Park and see the famous gravestones of St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. After 2.5 hours, you'll have a solid feel for this unique city.