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Hidden History of New Orleans' Garden District

By Tours by Foot New Orleans
10.0 out of 10
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Free cancellation available
Price is $39 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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Overview

New Orleans' Garden District is a steeped in history and charm, with landmarks that tell stories of its rich heritage. Our small group walking tour brings you through the neighborhood for an unforgettable experience for history, architecture, and culture enthusiasts. The Italianate architecture of historic homes, with ornate brackets and grand porches, captures the grace of a bygone era. We'll see ornate ironwork, antebellum homes and hear the stories of how this part of New Orleans developed and what makes it unique still today. These landmarks, ranging from opulent mansions to time-honored cemeteries, tell vivid stories about the city's vibrant past and the people who shaped its identity. We will see the home of football royalty, the Mannings, and author Anne Rice's home. Well talk about Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, one of the city’s oldest cemeteries. Though currently closed for maintenance, its cultural significance endures.

Activity location

  • Garden District
    • New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Prytania Street & Washington Avenue
    • 70130, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

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Hidden History of New Orleans' Garden District

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 1:30PM
Price details
$39.00 x 1 Adult$39.00
Total
Price is $39.00
Until Sun, May 31

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    2 Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Garden District
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Live Commentary from a Professional, Local Tour Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuitites

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Garden District

  • 30m
We will stop at over 10 homes discussing the architecture and historical elements of one of the United States' most memorable neighborhoods.

The Rink

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
Built in 1884, the Rink was once the largest roller skating rink in the world.

Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera

  • 5m
We will discuss the architectural concepts of this transitional home as well as filming that occurred here.

Louise S. McGehee School

  • 5m
  • Admission ticket not included
This Second Empire home is one of the buildings included in this historic school's property.

Lafayette Cemetery No.1

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
This Cemetery will be discussed at the gates, as it is currently closed. As the most filmed cemetery in the city, there is quite a bit to discuss.

Brevard-Clapp House

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
The location of Anne Rice's "Witching Hour" novels. We will discuss this authors prolific career and how she has added to the mystique of New Orleans.

Commander's Palace

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
At this famous Brennan's restaurant, we will talk about the development of Creole and Cajun cuisine in Louisiana thanks to famous chefs like Paul Prudhomme and Emeril Lagasse. We'll let you know the best times to visit and make reservations.

Location

Activity location

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    Garden District
    • New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Prytania Street & Washington Avenue
    • 70130, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

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