New Orleans Cemetery Walking Tour
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New Orleans, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Step beyond the wrought iron gates and into the hauntingly beautiful world of New Orleans’ oldest cemeteries. On this unforgettable walking tour, you’ll journey through time with a licensed local guide—the only way to legally access these sacred and storied grounds. Discover the centuries-old burial traditions that make New Orleans unique, and explore the fascinating practice of above-ground interment, shaped by history, culture, and climate.
Visit the tombs of legendary figures, learn about the symbolism behind the elaborate vaults, and hear captivating tales of the people laid to rest in these iconic sites. With exclusive access to some of the city's most famous cemeteries, this tour is a must-do for history lovers, curious travelers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Crescent City.
- Learn about New Orleans' fascinating above-ground burial practices
- See some of the most famous sites in the city, only accessible with an official guide
- Choice of morning or afternoon departure
What's Included
- Local guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 5101 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124, USA
The Cemetery Tour meets in front of Morning Call Coffee Stand at 5101 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Choose from a late morning or early afternoon tour and meet your licensed guide in the French Quarter.
Step inside the hallowed gates and listen as your guide shares the unique history of New Orleans' graveyards. Learn the reasons behind New Orleans’ unique above-ground burial practices, and see some of the most elaborate tombs, once designed to showcase a family’s wealth and status.
Step inside the hallowed gates and listen as your guide shares the unique history of New Orleans' graveyards. Learn the reasons behind New Orleans’ unique above-ground burial practices, and see some of the most elaborate tombs, once designed to showcase a family’s wealth and status.
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Katrina National Memorial Foundation
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mid-City (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Where comfortable shoes
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 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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Allison_D, Jul 2026
Great learning experiences our guide, Thor was awesome! It was full of fun details and made our trip complete
Ellen_W, Jun 2026
Amazing and very interesting. The gentleman tour guide was very knowledgeable and and up to date with info.
Mark_O, Jun 2026
The Cemetary Tour was really interesting, great value for money and super informative. The tour guide was super knowledgeable and great fun. He really brought the tour to life (excuse the pun!). Highly recommended.
Jocelyn_B, Jun 2026
Thorn was a great storyteller and the tour had way more than I expected. Great experience! I chose it to be able to enter a cemetery but we explored many and learned about traditions and how people had to adjust.
Heather_Z, Jun 2026
Drew was fantastic. He seemed authentic and genuine, but was still very informative and knowledgeable. We accidently booked this tour instead of a different one and we were not disappointed. Ive already recommended it to others.
Shea_L, Jun 2026
Great info, would recommend an umbrella as it gets hot out there. Good information on how they are buried and a descriptions of each of the cemeteries you walk through
Katie_K, May 2026
Thorn was great! Very knowledgeable and fun. He made sure to stop and talk to us in the shade so we didn’t burn.
JASON_V, May 2026
What an amazing cemetery tour! Christian was hands down the best tour guide you could ask for. Extremely knowledgeable about the cemetery’s and everything New Orleans. I’d recommend the tour any and everyone!
Marie_T, May 2026
Our guide, Vee was very personable and had a strong knowledge of the history of New Orleans and the challenge of taking care of deceased folks in the region. She was very authentic and enthusiastic about burial history and traditions in New Orleans. I enjoyed her respect for the dead and her superstitious side, including knocking before entering cemeteries and walking backward on the way out through gates.
Tim_B, May 2026
This tour was everything we wanted and more! Drew was extremely knowledgeable, highly entertaining, paced the tour very well, and gave us a lot of additional history and info about New Orleans that was very helpful on our overall trip. He has clearly studied his subject for years!
John_E, May 2026
Very interesting and informative tour providing history of New Orleans and the how and why of the cemeteries and burial techniques. Our guide Thorn was amazing
dvaba2, May 2026
Our tour guide Thorn was very knowledgable, and entertaining. The historical information was extensive, I would recommend this tour but wear sunscreen. There were a few places without shade.
Kelly_R, May 2026
Our guide, Thorn, was great - knowledgeable, funny, and well spoken. He clearly loved New Orleans. We learned SO much about burial practices, yellow fever, and the social history of the town. A great experience. Highly recommend.
Roy_N, May 2026
Some walking involved, but not too much. Our guide made sure we stopped in shady spots for his narration and stories!
Cindy_H, May 2026
Very informative, you will learn a lot of the history of New Orleans. Really enjoyed the history and experience.
Selina_A, May 2026
Extremely informative, V was very knowledgeable and passionate. Although it poured rain on us we enjoyed the tour immensely
Danny_S, Apr 2026
New Orleans cemetery's are spooky to begin with, even during the day. Viator made our experience fun and easy.
Darren_M, Apr 2026
Book an Uber ride hours in advance. If not days. Three drivers could not find our hotel, and we missed the tour.
Robin_H, Apr 2026
Very interesting. Tour guide well informed and lots of fun. We enjoyed learning the history of the cemeteries in New Orleans. Appreciated visiting the Katrina Memorial as a part of the tour.
Shannon_M, Apr 2026
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history of New Orleans. My family and I had a great time seeing all the different kinds of cemeteries and learning there history. This tour was the one of the best parts of our many adventures in New Orleans. This is a must do.
Dawn_W, Apr 2026
The cemeteries in New Orleans are fascinating, and I wanted to see them and learn more about them. The tour guide was very knowledgeable, and I really enjoyed seeing and hearing about how and why the cemeteries are the way they are. It was absolutely fascinating. He knew a lot about the history of the city and the history of the diseases over the years. He dispelled a lot of myths about New Orleans cemeteries. We went to about 6 cemeteries that were close together; saw the Hurricane Katrina memorial. I highly recommend this tour.
Lenka_Z, Apr 2026
You will visit four out of more than seventy cemeteries in NoLa. The whole tour is dedicated to the way people have been burried in the city since the 17th century. It not about the specific places you visit. The guide is really great. We had fun.
David_S, Apr 2026
Our tour guide Drew was very informative and interesting. Not only did we get a great education on the cemetery,s we were entertained throughout the tour. We highly recommend this tour with Drew
Molly_C, Apr 2026
Different from the spooky, hokey story tours I’ve done before…more historical. Starts in Louis Armstrong park.
Geneva_V, Apr 2026
Thorn was great! Very informative. He was very entertaining and personable kept us going even though it was cold out.
Ashlee_J, Apr 2026
V is my favorite tour guide thus far on this trip. She is animated, engaged, and passionate about the information and how it affects her group. Highly recommend this tour, it’s awesome. Thank you V!!
Dan_W, Apr 2026
I had alot of fun, and it really opened my eyes. How tradition is so important to the people of New Orleans. All the changes and the birth of Jazz in the south. Even though many years from now New Orleans may no longer exist because of erosion the people can't imagine living anywhere else.
William_M, Apr 2026
We learned a lot. Expect the unexpected!! Our guide Drew was one of the best tour guides we’ve ever had. As well cemetery info, he went into the history of New Orleans and details of how the city got here. “1803 from sea to shining sea.” Learning about the history and processes that come with a burial in New Orleans was amazing!
Jeff_F, Mar 2026
Thorn is an excellent tour guide. Very factual and wove New Orleans burial practices with real life facts. His knowledge is next to none and we were even treated to a full fledge 2nd line funeral procession! Cant recommend this tour more! Luv the fact we were able to see the progression of New Orleans burial practices and take in at least three cemetaries and the Katrina memorial! A++
Judah_M, Mar 2026
Drew was a fantastic guide who really connected every bit of the tour to the soul of the city; very educational, no sugar-coating, and lots of fun! It was my friend's first time in New Orleans and I'm thrilled that this tour was part of their first impression.
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