
Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 182 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour worth booking?
Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $25 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 182 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (182)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $25 per person
Our tour guides are New Orleanians with strong personal connections to the history and have many impressive credentials.
What you get
About this experience
Our tour guides are New Orleanians with strong personal connections to the history and have many impressive credentials.
What's included
Included
- Professional Guide
What you'll see and do
Garden District
Explore the Garden District, one of the world’s most dazzling residential neighborhoods, with knowledgeable and entertaining guides. Experience the architectural splendor of the live oak-tree lined “American” section of town and examine the antebellum era “Creole vs. American” conflict. Witness history and culture reflected in architectural styles including Greek Revival, Italianate, Second Empire, Gothic, Georgian, Swiss Chalet, Queen Anne, and more. Highlights include the former or current homes of Archie, Peyton, & Eli Manning: Anne Rice, Nicolas Cage, Sandra Bullock, Trent Reznor, and John Goodman; the cornstalk fence, the death site of Jefferson Davis, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button film site, “Miss Robichaux’s Academy for Exceptional Young Ladies” from AMERICAN HORROR STORY, and more! [The City temporarily closed Lafayette Cemetery - tour from outside.] The Garden District Tour emphasizes history, architectural style, personal anecdotes, & tropical plant life.
90 minutes here
Lafayette Cemetery No.1
We do our entire cemetery tour which is normally 20 minutes from the gates as the City of New Orleans closed Lafayette Cemetery in 2019 but we still do the cemetery tour from the gates.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
The travelers will meet our guide INSIDE the Garden District Book Shop. We will tour the cemetery from outside the gates.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The travelers will meet our guide INSIDE the Garden District Book Shop. We will tour the cemetery from outside the gates.
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 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- NOLA Historic Tours
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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 181 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
181 verified traveler reviews for Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Our guide, David, was...
Our guide, David, was extremely knowledgeable, and shared the backstories on many of the properties we saw. The sidewalks can be quite uneven. David’s pace was a little faster than some of the group, but he did a good job of stopping regularly. I recommend this tour.
via Viator
Garden District walk-in tour.
Our tour guide david was wonderful. He explained everything so well around the neighborhoods and gave us so much information. It was great highly recommend..
via Viator
Dave was friendly and...
Dave was friendly and super knowledgable! A native citizen, he had so much inforto share. We had a great tour!
via Viator
Lots of Fun Facts
Nikki is great! Despite the rest of our group being no-shows, she was cool and gave my wife and I a personal tour. She was very knowledgeable and fun!
via Tripadvisor
Walking tour of various...
Walking tour of various Garden District houses/landmarks. Guide offered historical facts, but concentrated a lot on which current celebrities owned/had owned various houses. I was less interested in that. The tour is about 2 hours, which felt a bit long.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 64
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $25 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 Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 182 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 Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour?
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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 Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour?
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Around 64 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour 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 Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour, New Orleans Garden District History 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 Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour?
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Included: Professional Guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour?
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The travelers will meet our guide INSIDE the Garden District Book Shop. We will tour the cemetery from outside the gates. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour 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 Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour?
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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 Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour 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 Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour?
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Across 182 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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