
New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour
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4.9/5
Based on 195 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour worth booking?
New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $36 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 195 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (195)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $36 per person
Join us on a journey through three of New Orleans’ hallowed cemeteries. On this tour, your master storyteller will lead you through the maze of above-ground tombs in St. Patrick # 1, St. Patrick Cemetery #2, and the Katr
What you get
About this experience
Join us on a journey through three of New Orleans’ hallowed cemeteries. On this tour, your master storyteller will lead you through the maze of above-ground tombs in St. Patrick # 1, St. Patrick Cemetery #2, and the Katrina Memorial at Charity Hospital Cemetery. From burial customs and traditions- to the history of the Masons and Catholics in New Orleans- to the deaths of the thousands buried in the graveyard behind the Katrina Memorial, this tour will leave you with feelings of trepidation and excitement, as well as with a reverence for our city’s incredible history. This is a narrated 1.5 to 2 hour walking tour. You may bring your own beverages!
What's included
Included
- Guided walking tour with a master storyteller
Not included
- Drinks are not included but you may bring your own
What you'll see and do
St. Patrick Cemetery
We walk our guests through St. Patrick Cemetery #2, offering a deep dive into cemetery and burial culture.
30 minutes here
Mid-City
Explore cemeteries near City Park.
60 minutes here
Katrina National Memorial Foundation
Visit the Katrina Memorial at Charity Hospital Cemetery and hear the tales of those lost to Yellow Fever, hurricanes, and more.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
We meet at G's Pizza on Bienville Street and walk through the cemeteries from there.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tour ends near Charity Hospital Cemetery on Canal Street.
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 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Witches Brew Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- While we do our best to accommodate all guests with mobility issues, the conditions of the terrain in historic New Orleans present challenges. Please book accordingly.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 195 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
195 verified traveler reviews for New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Spooky Rob was the best...
Spooky Rob was the best guide we could ask for! Very informative and fun experience. Wear good walking shoes and bring a hat and water!!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this. Spooky Rob brings such incredible knowledge, humor, and storytelling to the New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour, and we love hearing that he made the experience both fun and informative. We also appreciate the helpful advice for future guests. Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and water are always great ideas for exploring New Orleans. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience with us.
via Viator
Very interesting
Chris Perley was a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions. He gave us a lot of historical information.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this. Chris Perley brings such incredible knowledge and passion to the New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour, and we love hearing how much you enjoyed the historical information he shared. We are especially glad he was able to answer all of your questions and help bring the fascinating history of our cemeteries to life. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience with us.
via Tripadvisor
Best tour and guide
Spooky Rob is a very knowledgeable and personable guide. Gives great history and I sight to the cemeteries and genuinely a pleasure to have as a tour guide. Highly recommend this tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this. Spooky Rob brings such incredible knowledge, warmth, and storytelling to the New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour, and we love hearing how much you enjoyed learning about the cemeteries and their fascinating history with him. His ability to connect with guests and bring these stories to life is truly special. We truly appreciate the recommendation and you sharing your experience with us.
via Tripadvisor
Best tour and guide!
Spooky Rob was amazing! We learned so much and had a great time! The experience was memorable for sure.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this. Spooky Rob brings such incredible knowledge, personality, and storytelling to the New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour, and we love hearing how much you learned while having such a great time. The history and traditions of our cemeteries are truly fascinating, and we are so glad Rob helped make the experience so memorable. We truly appreciate you sharing this.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing haunting
Amazing person knew a lot about the cemetery’s and history with it all
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this. We love hearing that you enjoyed the New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour and appreciated your guide’s knowledge of the cemeteries and the fascinating history behind them. The stories, traditions, and architecture found in our cemeteries are truly unique, and we are so glad you had a great experience. We truly appreciate you sharing this.
via Tripadvisor
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
- 68
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $36 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 New Orleans Historic 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 New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 195 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 New Orleans Historic 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 New Orleans Historic 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 New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour?
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Around 68 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 New Orleans Historic 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 Self-Transport Swamp and Bayou Boat 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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