Join a walking tour through one of New Orleans' most exclusive areas, the Garden District -- a historical section of town that rivals the architectural splendor of the Creoles' French Quarter. On this 2.5-hour guided walking tour, learn about the interesting history of the area and view the Lafayette Cemetery; see the homes of former Mardi Gras kings and queens; and marvel at one of the best-preserved collections of historic southern mansions in the US.

Highlights

  • Walking tour of New Orleans’ Garden District
  • Marvel at some of the best-preserved southern mansions in the US
  • View the homes of former Mardi Gras kings and queens and admire examples of Greek Revival and Italianate architecture
  • Visit the Lafayette Cemetery, one of New Orleans’ ‘Cities of the Dead’
  • Learn about the fascination history of the area from your guide
  • Stop for refreshments at a local café

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Garden District Walking Tour

The Garden District has many spectacular homes

On this Garden District walking tour watch as the wonder of New Orleans blossoms before your eyes. This elegant historical area, known for its marvelous examples of Greek Revival and Italianate architecture, was once the site of a number of plantations, including the Livaudais Plantation. Learn from your guide how in the 1800s it was sold off in small amounts primarily to wealthy Americans who did not want to live among the Creoles in the French Quarter.

Along the way, see the homes of former kings and queens of Mardi Gras, that were once part of the plantation owned by Sieur de Bienville , the founder of New Orleans. These annual regents are chosen from the members of New Orleans' Rex Organization, founded by civic-minded businessmen back in the late 1800s to increase tourism to New Orleans. You'll also see the home of a different sort of royalty, the premier family of football -- the Mannings -- where Archie lives and Peyton and Eli grew up. Hear fascinating stories of local author and longtime resident of New Orleans, Anne Rice, as you walk past one of her former homes.

Journey back in time as you visit Lafayette Cemetery, one of New Orleans' famed ‘Cities of the Dead,’ established in 1833. Here, learn about the unusual above-ground burial system found in New Orleans’ historic cemeteries.

Stop at a local café for a refreshment and pause to reflect on the beauty of the Garden District. End your tour in the French Quarter.
Recent Reviews of this Tour

5 star rating: Highly Recommended Reviewed by Pauline M, March 2013

Carol was my tour guide and she was authentic and was a wealth of knowledge. I try enjoyed my stay in the Big Easy and my unforgettable walking your in the charming garden district.

5 star rating: Highly Recommended Reviewed by Pauline M, March 2013

Carol was my tour guide and she was authentic and was a wealth of knowledge. I try enjoyed my stay in the Big Easy and my unforgettable walking your in the charming garden district.

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