Hidden History of New Orleans' Garden District

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New Orleans, USA

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Most visitors to New Orleans stick to the French Quarter, but this city has numerous other historic neighborhoods worth visiting. Discover one of the most picturesque on this Garden District walking tour that takes you past beautiful mansions, atmospheric cemeteries, celebrity homes, and more. Learn about how this area of New Orleans developed and what makes it stand out over time from your local guide, with plenty of time to snap photos along the way.

Ideal for architecture buffs who want to explore beyond the French Quarter
Visit the Garden District with a guide to cover the highlights in just hours
Learn local history and lore that you won't get in any guidebook
Pick up tips for the best area dining, shopping, and sightseeing

What's Included

Live Commentary from a Professional, Local Tour Guide
2 Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Garden District

Gratuitites

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Prytania Street & Washington Avenue
Prytania St & Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
The tour departs from the southwest corner of Prytania Street and Washington Avenue. The corner is next to the white cemetery wall.

End point

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

Itinerary

Garden District

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Rink

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Louise S. McGehee School

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lafayette Cemetery No.1

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Brevard-Clapp House

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Commander's Palace

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

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A must do tour!!

Sheryl_D, Apr 2025

Sarah was funny, personable, and very knowledgeable. The tour did not at all feel scripted! She added so many interesting facts about the culture, customs, with a little harmless local gossip sprinkled in. Highly reccomend💕