New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
This New Orleans Historic Garden District Walking Tour highlights the American settlement and their beautiful homes, gardens, wealth and how life was changed because of their amazing contributions. This multifaceted tour includes the unique history of our incredible city, culture, and architecture. The Americans early settlements, lavish lifestyles and immense wealth are obvious as we walk through this opulent and super astonishing neighborhood.
Our Tour begins outside of the gates of Lafayette Cemetery #1, as you learn of the basic burial information and customs and discuss why New Orleans cemeteries are so unique (NOTE: PUBLIC ACCESS IS NOT ALLOWED IN THIS CEMETERY) We then walk around the neighborhood where you'll see the architectural styles of the Americans. You will see celebrity homes, perfectly manicured landscapes and movie hotspots as well. Walk with a local, see it through our eyes!
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
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
Tour is generally wheelchair accessible however be prepared for very uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with mobility issues or using a wheelchair
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
A significant amount of walking is involved
The Lafayette Cemetery #1 is closed due to repairs and we cannot enter, but we do our cemetery portion of the tour from the iron gates, where you can see the tombs clearly.
If using RIDE SHARE, give the address: 1427 Washington Ave, New Orleans, La 70130 (Le Petit Blue). Then after drop off, walk across the street to the Lafayette Cemetery #1 to meet your guide. (wearing a green polo shirt, with the logo TOURS by STEVEN).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Garden District
Your tour will be conducted by a local, licensed and professional tour guide! We walk along the rows of antebellum mansions after our cemetery portion of the tour and we discuss architecture, the people who lived there in early New Orleans and the people who live there today. We also include a celebrity portion of the tour.
Lafayette Cemetery No.1
Lafayette Cemetery #1 is closed to the public, so the cemetery portion of the tour is conducted outside the gates. You will learn the history of the cemetery and of New Orleans' unique burial traditions.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Recommendations for food, music and fun
Insider tips for local hangouts
Garden District walking tour
Gratuities
Lafayette Cemetery access - cemetery is closed to the public
Options
Garden District Walking Tour
Reviews
2,866 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun Garden District Tour.
Marta C,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Shawn was an amazing guide. He knew a lot about the Garden District and its history. He made the tour both fun and interesting.
Beautiful Histoic Garden District
jtw0405,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Angie was wonderful, she knew her history, architecture, flora and local celebrities. We observed beautiful homes while learning their architectural style, architects, original owner, famous owners and sometimes the current owners. We had a wonderful experience!
A gret experience!
287randyi,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour -- fun, friendly, informative -- lots of energy! A combination of architecture, history, nature and NOLA culture.
Excellent Garden District Tour
Elizabeth H,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Knowledgeable guide who also added humor and local flare to her comments. Good mix of current happenings with historical information.
Fun way of exploring and learning
Passenger826252,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friend and I went on the Marigny tour on our first day in town, and, we loved it so much that we added the Garden District tour on our last day. Super cool to learn about the history of the area through architecture! Both guides were very knowledgeable, passionate, and friendly.
Informative and fun!
Zoe R,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a really fun Tour, our guide Angie was friendly informative and filled with energy.She was so knowledgeable about the area and it was lovely to see how proud she was of her city. I learned a lot! A must do on your visit!
Garden District Tour is a must-do!
Karyn F,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friends and I had a wonderful experience with Angie on our Garden District tour. She was very knowledgeable and engaging, sharing fascinating stories about architecture, local history, and famous figures who lived there (past and present). The tour pace was very relaxed and enjoyable, giving us plenty of time to take pictures and really appreciate the details of the homes and gardens. Love how most of the home owners are preserving the charms from the past. This tour is a perfect blend of history, culture and scenery. It’s a must-do for anyone visiting NOLA. Thanks again Angie for a great tour!
Nice tour at Gardden District
juliana b,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! Guide made it interesting and fun. Worth it to go and see beautiful historic homes and have a glimpse of the cemetery.
A must do!
986cigdema,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Angie was wonderful! She was very knowledgable and friendly; shared plenty of interesting facts. I left the tour very satisfied.
fun and informative
N827HGjamesl,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a great tour. Phant was a great tour guide who was fun, easy going, and informative. I recommend it to all. It was just the right length.
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