St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour
Overview
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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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided tour through St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
Gratuity for tour guide is not included
What To Expect
Basin St. Station
Tour gathers and departs from inside of Basin St. Station. Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to tour time to collect your tickets and tour stickers and to be prepared for a timely tour departure. Basin St. Station is a lovely visitors center where you will find a wide array of exhibits about New Orleans, an interactive map about Hurricane Katrina floodwaters, a Cafe, pristine restrooms, a gift shop, and more.
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.
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3,425 reviews
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Walk Through the Cemetery
Janice B,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was very hot so take some water with you. It was a very interesting tour. I enjoyed it a lot. This is the oldest cemetery in New Orleans.
Cemetery No 1
Silvia M,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour offered details we did not know prior to our visit. The young man that was our tour guide explained so that all could understand and welcomed any questions.
Fun and Intriguing!!
SHARON G,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Interesting and extremely informative! The experience was full of historical intrigue . . . I have done this tour before and always learn something new....
Very educational, I was...
Madisyn R,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very educational, I was able to learn a lot, the history behind this cemetery was amazing, Can’t wait to tour the other cemeteries.
Mama Nita
Sherri K,
Sep 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mama Nita made this excursion, a fun and informative experience. The misting fans and the tents made a very warm day tolerable:)
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