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
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Jackson SquareJackson SquarePhoto by: Jules & Brock09 2012 -
French QuarterFrench QuarterPhoto by: Jules & Brock09 2012 -
French QuarterFrench QuarterPhoto by: Jules & Brock09 2012 -
Plaza de ArmasPlaza de ArmasPhoto by: Jules & Brock09 2012 -
French QuarterFrench QuarterPhoto by: Jules & Brock09 2012 -
Garden District Walking TourGiant housePhoto by: Jules & Brock09 2012 -
Useful Information
The Garden District has many spectacular homes
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.
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.
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.
