Garden District Guided Tour

Embark on a memorable walking tour through the enchanting Garden District of New Orleans. This experience highlights the most stunning residences in the area, including the homes of celebrated authors, poets, film stars, artists, and sports icons, along with a visit to the historic Lafayette Cemetery.

Tour Overview

Our meeting point is 2504 Prytania St, where the adventure begins. Strolling through this captivating neighborhood, you’ll be surrounded by majestic southern live oak trees, beautiful crepe myrtles, and magnificent magnolias, evoking a storybook atmosphere.

The tour will take you past New Orleans' most notable homes, including the Benjamin Button House and the property recognized as the "Coven" in American Horror Story. As we walk, you'll uncover tales of both celebrated and enigmatic figures linked to this vibrant community.

Your guide will share the intricate history of the Garden District, shedding light on its significance within the larger story of New Orleans. Understand the tensions between the "new money" Americans and the "old money" Europeans that shaped the social fabric of the city.

We will also make a stop at Lafayette No. 1, the oldest municipal cemetery in the city. This iconic site has been featured in notable films and television series, such as Interview with a Vampire and Double Jeopardy. Discover the unique above-ground burial traditions of New Orleans while learning captivating facts about prominent individuals resting here.

At the end of this 2-hour journey, we will wrap up our tour at Washington Ave., leaving you with cherished memories of your time in the Garden District.