Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in New Orleans
New Orleans, United States

Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Outty Ranking 54 4.0 · 12 traveler reviews0.6 hoursFrom $10

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54/100

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Is Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour worth booking?

Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is a 0.6-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $10 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
54 / 100
Rating
4/5 (12)
Duration
0.6 hours
From
$10 per person

Enter the former Metairie Race Course, an earthly venue for the “quick,” now elegantly transformed into a glorious “City of the Dead” - where no one is in a hurry. Architecture and archeology seem to converge in this hal

What you get

    About this experience

    Enter the former Metairie Race Course, an earthly venue for the “quick,” now elegantly transformed into a glorious “City of the Dead” - where no one is in a hurry. Architecture and archeology seem to converge in this hallowed landscape of imposing society tombs and soaring mausolea. Experience an angelic locale filled with obelisks and pyramids, heroes and rogues, symbols and secrets. You will walk past the final resting places of over 50 kings and queens … of Carnival, that is. Soldiers and saints will escort us, revealing the rich military history and religious culture of New Orleans. We will explore the fascinating and unique memorials honoring many who struggled in the face of earthly battles as well as those who achieved spiritual victories, arousing the “better angels of our nature.” The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

    What's included

    Included

    • Lifetime access to Faith & Courage: Metairie Cemetery Stories tour
    • VoiceMap Application
    • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
    • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
    • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

    Not included

    • Smartphone
    • Transportation
    • Food/Drink
    • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour

    What you'll see and do

    1. Washington Artillery Park

      Washington Artillery Park, New Orleans, Louisiana

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New Orleans

    Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

    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 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    VoiceMap Audio 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
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    Metairie Cemetery, New Orleans - photo by Detroit Publishing Co

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    12 verified traveler reviews for Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Gabrielle_S · December 2025

    More Difficult than Necessary

    I tried to download the audio self-tour and gave up. I had to download 2 apps - Viator and an audio app - paid for the tour, then couldn’t access it. The instructions were unclear. I think I had to go to the funeral home on the cemetery grounds, but that wasn’t clear. Also, the Google Maps pin for the funeral home was a 10 minute walk from the actual location. Still, it’s a gorgeous cemetery and worth a visit.

    Response from the operator: Hi Gabrielle, I'm sorry that you were unhappy with your experience. When you were having technical difficulties, did you contact VoiceMap support via email or telephone? We are contactable by both telephone and email, so if you have technical difficulties, please reach out to us so we can identify what is going wrong. Again, I'm sorry about the poor experience you had. Best, Alicia

    via Viator

    Renoda C · August 2025

    Unearthing the Past, One Tombstone At-a-Time

    This tour is a peaceful yet haunting experience. As you walk through the cemetery, audio clips automatically play, sharing stories of military heroes and historic New Orleans figures. The architecture is striking, and the narration explains the meaning behind symbols and design styles. Being alone among the tombs adds a reflective tone, though it may feel unsettling at times. I hoped to hear about more modern individuals, but the focus stayed on older history. Still, it’s a well-done tour that’s perfect for those who enjoy local history, architecture, or quiet moments of discovery.

    via Tripadvisor

    dmgoettler · April 2025

    Beautiful cemetery

    Did via car. Was very good but didn't point out some key graves (one was mere feet from start and stop point

    via Viator

    Michele_S · November 2024

    Great self guided tour!

    It was GREAT! The app was easy to follow and the narrating was perfect-it rained on us but we were still able to drive on the route and complete the tour. Loved it!

    via Viator

    magictriks · October 2024

    Tip Toe thru the Tombstones

    The guided tour was well worthwhile. The GPS navigation feature worked well and guided us on our cemetery adventure. The cemetery itself hosts wonderful examples of cemetery art & architecture.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    0.6 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
    4
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 54

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)59
    Review evidence (18% weight)30
    Booking momentum (14% weight)21
    Value for money (12% weight)82
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)18
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $10 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 Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour take?

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    Plan for about 0.6 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 Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 12 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 Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio 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 Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

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    Around 4 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 0.6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio 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 Swamp Tour Boat Adventure, New Orleans Self-Transport Swamp and Bayou Boat 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.

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