St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
55 minutes
Mobile ticket
The Official Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 takes you through the gates to walk the paths between the tombs where the most famous of New Orleans' historical figures have been laid to rest. Visit the tombs of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau, Homer Plessy, and more.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
At the time of your tour departure, your tour guide will greet you at the Cemetery Tour Desk inside of Basin St. Station. Your tour will begin promptly with a short walk across the street, up to the front gates of the Cemetery. Step inside the gates for your in-depth tour of historic St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.
Options
After Dark Night Tour
Duration: 55 minutes Official Night Tour: The Official Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1. Not a Ghost Tour: Ideal for curious minds, history lovers, and anyone who wants to tour the cemetery under a canopy of stars and lanterns!
St. Louis Cemetery Tour
What‘s Included
Guided tour through St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
Gratuity for tour guide is not included
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4,499 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Enlightening
tair s,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The cemetery tour began on time. It was a quick walk from the meeting location. Our guide Alan was knowledgeable. He described the process of internment and shared many interesting stories on those buried there, as well as a few "puny" jokes. I recommend this tour. I certainly learned a lot more than when I walked through years ago.
Must see in NOLA
Katniss E,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Jeff was knowledgeable and made great recommendations elsewhere in the city. I wish the tour would allow you more time for viewing other tombs on the tour but I understand keeping everyone together for safety and preservation of the cemetery. This tour is a must!
Bury me Above Ground.
Brian C,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great and very informative. This has always been a bucket list tour for me. I’ve seen this cemetery in so many of my favorite shows and movies I’ve always said I wanted to go there when ever got a chance to visit New Orleans. Our tour guide was also great.
This is something you...
Donna P,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is something you should do! Great experience! Our guide was very knowledgeable and fun! Well worth the time.
The tour was good but the...
Lessa N,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The tour was good but the guide got a little sarcastic. When heading over to the cemetery the guide pretty much left us. we had someone on a disability scooter. Even though the tour does not start until you get in the cemetery, you should take your group in as a team?group. When I entered the cemetery he pretty much left us. When I got up there I ask the guy to slow down and wait on us . His statement was we have not started, Dude you started when we left the lobby. then as the tour went on he made very snide remarks about keeping up, dont fall behind. things of this nature. He then hit on my niece which was not cool. Not impressed. I would not do the cemetery tour again if this was my guide. I understand he may have been frustrated as I ask him to wait on us but I felt he was leaving us behind. When you take a group from the lobby you should keep them all together. The girl collecting the tickets was on the phone and could care less.
This tour was at the top...
Marcus G,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was at the top of my bucket list for the trip and my entire group had a great time. Our tour guide (Tyler) was knowledgeable and humorous, which made for a fun time. Also, they have tents with misting-fans throughout to help combat the weather, which we experienced both. Started out blazing hot and then we to pouring down raining.
If you like history, and...
Agustin N,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you like history, and are into older architecture, this is the place to go. The guid was very knowledgeable, and made the experience delightful, with a touch humor. Definitely a place to visit if your in the area.
Zelda the great tour guide!!
Lisa T,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour!! A lot to learn about the history of the cemetery and New Orleans!! Zelda was an amazing tour guide in telling us the history of the St Louis cemetery and brought in her own personal stories...great tour!!
Informative and Fun
Geoffrey L,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a fun Tour. Our tour guide, Jimmy was amazing! He really knew the history and back stories of some of the people buried. Would highly recommend!
AMAZING Cemetery Tour!
Runy S,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I’ve taken this cemetery tour several times over the years and it’s usually great. However, this year our tour guide was James. He is a history professor and he really took this tour to the next level. It was a fascinating tour and I learned things I never knew. He’s a really interesting guide and we were so lucky to get him! I highly recommend this tour of the beautiful, historic cemetery. It is well worth your time and money!
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