--- title: Garden District & Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour slug: garden-district-lafayette-cemetery-walking-tour type: attraction sub_type: tours source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/garden-district-lafayette-cemetery-walking-tour city: New Orleans state: LA country: US address: 2727 Prytania St geo: lat: 29.9302 lng: -90.08497 duration: up to 2 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T18:25:39.499Z price_from: amount: 29 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Garden District & Lafayette Cemetery Tour price: 29 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Senior (62+ yrs) min_age: 62 - name: Military with ID (17+ yrs) min_age: 17 - name: Student with ID (16+ yrs) min_age: 16 - name: Child (6-12 yrs) min_age: 6 max_age: 12 - name: Young Child (0-5 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 5 --- ## Overview This Garden District walking tour features stately mansions, celebrity homes, filming locations, and rich New Orleans history. Stroll oak-lined streets while hearing stories of Creole and American influences. The tour also includes a stop at the gates of Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. ## What's Included - Guided walking tour of New Orleans' Garden District - Stop outside the gates of Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 with informative commentary ## What's Not Included - Entry into homes or cemetery grounds - Food, drinks, and personal purchases - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Gratuities (tips) ## Ticket Options - **Garden District & Lafayette Cemetery Tour** — $29.00 This 2-hour New Orleans Garden District tour features stately mansions, celebrity homes, filming locations, and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 (viewed from the gates). Learn about local legends, unique architecture, and the city's Creole vs. American heritage. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Senior (62+ yrs) - Military with ID (17+ yrs) - Student with ID (16+ yrs) - Child (6-12 yrs) - Young Child (0-5 yrs) ## Good to Know - Walk oak-lined streets past stately mansions and lush gardens. - Spot celebrity homes and filming locations from popular movies and shows. - Learn Garden District legends, architecture, and Creole vs. American history. - See Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 tombs from outside the gates. - Enjoy a relaxed, two-hour walking tour led by a local guide. - All stops are exterior only — no entry into homes or cemetery grounds. - Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven sidewalks and warm weather. - Tours run rain or shine, with cancellations only for lightning or severe storms. - The tour begins at The Garden District Book Shop, located at 2727 Prytania Street in New Orleans, at the corner of Washington and Prytania. - The walking tour lasts approximately two hours. - The tour is family-friendly and suitable for children who are comfortable walking for an extended period. - Bring comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, and rain protection like a hat or umbrella. - Due to uneven sidewalks and curbs, the route may not be fully accessible for all wheelchair users. - Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 is currently closed for repairs; the tour includes an informative stop outside the gates only. - Tours run rain or shine. In case of lightning or unsafe conditions, the tour may be canceled or rescheduled. - The pace is easy with plenty of stops, but sidewalks can be uneven in places, so moderate mobility is recommended. - Photography is welcome throughout the tour. ## FAQs ### What will I see on the Garden District tour? You’ll see stately Garden District mansions, celebrity homes, filming locations, and a variety of historic architectural styles. ### Where is the meeting point for the tour? The tour begins at The Garden District Book Shop, located at 2727 Prytania Street in New Orleans, at the corner of Washington and Prytania. ### How long is the tour? The walking tour lasts approximately two hours from start to finish. ### Is the Garden District walking tour kid-friendly? Yes, the tour is family-friendly and suitable for children who are comfortable walking for an extended period. ### What should I bring on the walking tour? We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, and rain protection like a hat or umbrella. ### Is this walking tour suitable for wheelchair users? Due to uneven sidewalks and curbs, the route may not be fully accessible for all wheelchair users. ### Is hotel pickup included with the tour? No, hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Guests must meet the guide at the starting location. ### Are tips included in the tour price? No, gratuities are not included. Tipping your guide is optional and always appreciated. ### Are food or drinks included on the tour? No, food, drinks, and personal purchases are not included in the tour price. ### Can we go inside Lafayette Cemetery No. 1? Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 is currently closed for repairs, so the tour includes an informative stop outside the gates only. ### What happens if it rains? Tours run rain or shine, so bring weather-appropriate clothing. In the case of lightning or unsafe conditions, the tour may be canceled or rescheduled. ### How much walking is involved? The tour follows a relaxed walking route through New Orleans' Garden District and lasts about two hours. While the pace is easy with plenty of stops, sidewalks can be uneven in places, so moderate mobility is recommended. ### Can I take photos during the tour? Yes, photography is welcome throughout the tour. Feel free to take pictures of the historic homes, filming locations, and scenic streets in the Garden District.