Historic Garden District Walking Tour
New Orleans, USA
2 hours
Date
Today
What You Will Do
Listed as a National Historic Landmark District the city of Lafayette became known as the American Sector but approaching the 1830's, it was known as the Garden District. Comprised of a close network of several plantations which were parceled, sold and broken into smaller lots in which various ethnic neighborhoods consisting of the American sector, the Irish Channel, and an elite Jewish community to name a few would call home. There was also very large African American & Creole neighborhoods adjacent to the others and together were all a part of the city of Lafayette.
What's Included?
- Cultural Ambassador
- Guided Tour
- Lagniappe - means in French something extra
- Native of NOLA - Licenses Tour Guide
What's Not Included?
- Snacks
- Admission to Lafayette #1 Cemetery : $5-$10 dollars, Cemetery is temporary closedd
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
We will meet in front of the Rink by the historical Garden District Marker on the corner of Washington Ave. and Prytania Street.
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Lafayette Cemetery No.1
30 minutes
Located in the Garden District one the oldest cemetaries in the city.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Tours By NOLA - New Orleans Local Artists
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tour operates with a minimum of 2 guest . We do not operate with 1 guest unless its a Private Tour, call for details.
- not recommended for travelers with difficulty standing long periods of time