Private Garden District Walking Tour With Lafayette Cemetery No 1
New Orleans, USA
3 hours
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What You Will Do
This PRIVATE Garden District Walking Tour, led by a professional guide, accommodates groups of up to 5 travelers. Discover the hidden gem of Lafayette Cemetery #1 (not open to the public), delving into its rich history from the exterior. Then, explore the Historic Garden District and the American Sector in New Orleans, where you'll marvel at the opulent wealth of the early American settlement, surrounded by remarkable Antebellum homes filled with historical significance. Delight in local tales of hauntings, historical insights, and intriguing celebrity and movie-making facts. After your historic journey, your tour guide gladly provides recommendations for dining, drinking, and entertainment, along with local hangouts, celebrity insights, and other delightful tidbits for your magical New Orleans vacation. Discover the best things to do in New Orleans on this engaging **PRIVATE** Journey with TOURS by STEVEN - exclusively your group and our guide! Come and experience it all!
What's Included?
- Private Garden District walking tour in English or Spanish
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Private Garden District tours meet on the corner of Washington and Prytania Streets in front of Still Perkin Coffee
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Lafayette Cemetery No.1
20 minutes
The cemetery portion of this tour is conducted OUTSIDE THE GATES, as Lafayette Cemetery is not open to the public. Lafayette Cemetery #1 is the oldest municipal cemetery, and the most filmed cemetery in New Orleans. Learn about the unique above-ground tombs and burial process. Throughout our stroll, under the large magnolias, we introduce you to some amazing stories in this historic cemetery and share with you some of New Orleans’ most treasured burial customs.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by TOURS by STEVEN
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Spanish