After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans, United States
New Orleans, United States

After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

Outty Ranking 74 4.9 · 387 traveler reviews0.8 hoursFrom $41
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Outty Ranking

74/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 387 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 worth booking?

After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 is a 0.8-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $41 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 387 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
74 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (387)
Duration
0.8 hours
From
$41 per person

A New Orleans First - After-Dark St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Night Tour! Become immersed in the deep cultural traditions and mysterious beauty of the New Orleans' oldest extant cemetery. Follow your expert guide through the shadows of the past as you encounter the final resting places of famed residents like Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau and civil rights legend Homer Plessy. Walk among the elegant Greek Revival architecture and marvel at the stately society tombs of New Orleans’ crème de la crème. This is not a ghost tour. It’s a reverent walk through history, culture, and tradition, where every tomb tells a story of New Orleans' past. Ideal for curious minds, history lovers, and anyone seeking a memorable New Orleans experience in a whole new light - under a canopy of stars and lanterns. Our 45-minute walking tours depart every Saturday (some Fridays) from the historic Basin St. Station Visitor Center (501 Basin Street) from 7:45pm, 8:00pm, 8:15pm, 8:45pm, 9:00pm, 9:15pm.

What you get

    About this experience

    A New Orleans First - After-Dark St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Night Tour! Become immersed in the deep cultural traditions and mysterious beauty of the New Orleans' oldest extant cemetery. Follow your expert guide through the shadows of the past as you encounter the final resting places of famed residents like Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau and civil rights legend Homer Plessy. Walk among the elegant Greek Revival architecture and marvel at the stately society tombs of New Orleans’ crème de la crème. This is not a ghost tour. It’s a reverent walk through history, culture, and tradition, where every tomb tells a story of New Orleans' past. Ideal for curious minds, history lovers, and anyone seeking a memorable New Orleans experience in a whole new light - under a canopy of stars and lanterns. Our 45-minute walking tours depart every Saturday (some Fridays) from the historic Basin St. Station Visitor Center (501 Basin Street) from 7:45pm, 8:00pm, 8:15pm, 8:45pm, 9:00pm, 9:15pm.

    What's included

    Included

    • Local guide
    • All taxes, fees and handling charges

    Not included

    • Food and drinks
    • The listed price does not include parking. Independent Parking Lot located next door provides affordable parking for cars.
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

      Step beyond the gates of New Orleans’ most famous resting place - after the sun goes down. On this exclusive After Dark St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Tour, travelers are guided through the hauntingly beautiful labyrinth of above-ground tombs, legendary family vaults, and winding passageways under the glow of lantern light. Your expert guide will bring to life the stories of those interred here, from the city’s early Creole families to famous figures like Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau. Along the way, guests will uncover the history, traditions, and mysteries that make this “City of the Dead” one of the most fascinating places in the world.

      40 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New Orleans

    Enter the Lobby of Basin St. Station Visitor Information Center to check-in for your Tour! Our Ticket Agent is in the rear of the building, toward the corner of Basin & St. Louis. Public Parking is available in an adjacent Parking Lot for a fee. Please follow directions on the machines in the lot.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Enter the Lobby of Basin St. Station Visitor Information Center to check-in for your Tour! Our Ticket Agent is in the rear of the building, toward the corner of Basin & St. Louis. Public Parking is available in an adjacent Parking Lot for a fee. Please follow directions on the machines in the lot.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 20 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Basin St. Station

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children Ages 3 - 12 require a Child's Ticket. Children under 3 Free.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 339 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    339 verified traveler reviews for After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    amybL7233KY · October 2026

    Awesome tour

    Absolutely loved this tour. Our tour guide Buddy was very informative and quite witty. Would definitely recommend.

    via Tripadvisor

    E6961DCmelissap · October 2026

    Thumbs up for Buddy!

    Our tour guide, Buddy, was the best. Passionate and knowledgeable. He made this tour informative, fun, and heartfelt about the history of New Orleans and the resident souls of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.

    via Tripadvisor

    clynnhey · October 2026

    Best tour in NOLA

    Amazing, educational, extremely interesting! Zelda was our guide & we could not have had a better experience with her! She was funny, witty, & such a great storyteller! Best tour we had in New Orleans by FAR! Tip- do the tours after dark because the lantern, the vibes & the spirits are so much better at night!

    via Tripadvisor

    891tangelam · October 2026

    Awesome experience

    Great experience! Buddy is an amazing tour guide and very friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommend

    via Tripadvisor

    Stacy_H · October 2026

    Be Sure to Check In

    We arrived for the tour on time but we're told we had to do a secondary check-in even though we had our tickets in hand and the tour group left without us and the next one was full so we had to get escorted by another guide to catch up with the original group.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    0.8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $41 to $60
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    135
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Basin St. Station, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 73.6.

    See everything Basin St. Station runs

    Why this scores 74

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)70
    Booking momentum (14% weight)66
    Value for money (12% weight)19
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)74
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.

    How much does After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 cost?

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    Prices start at $41 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New Orleans usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 take?

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    Plan for about 0.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New Orleans is not rushed.

    Is After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 387 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New Orleans, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1?

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    Around 135 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New Orleans can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New Orleans and add a light layer if any part of the 0.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New Orleans within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in New Orleans?

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    New Orleans runs on licensed guides, and it shows: the city requires certification for tour guides, so the floor is higher here than most US cities. Ghost and cemetery walks, French Quarter food crawls, plantation history day trips and swamp boat runs make up the bulk. We rank on whether the operator handles cemetery access properly, since St. Louis No. 1 needs an authorised guide. On Outty we rank every New Orleans experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with Transportation, New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour, New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit New Orleans?

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    February to May and October to November. August is heat and storm season. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in New Orleans?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1?

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    Included: Local guide; and All taxes, fees and handling charges. Not included: Food and drinks; The listed price does not include parking. Independent Parking Lot located next door provi; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1?

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    Enter the Lobby of Basin St. Station Visitor Information Center to check-in for your Tour! Our Ticket Agent is in the rear of the building, toward the corner of Basin & St. Louis. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in New Orleans. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1?

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    Across 387 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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