--- title: St Louis Cemetery No 1 Official Tour slug: st-louis-cemetery-no-1-official-tour-new-orleans type: attraction sub_type: tours source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/st-louis-cemetery-no-1-official-tour-new-orleans city: New Orleans state: LA country: US address: 501 Basin Street geo: lat: 29.95983 lng: -90.07072 duration: up to 0.8 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:24:19.688Z price_from: amount: 25 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: St Louis Cemetery No 1 Walking Tour price: 22.72 regular_price: 26.25 savings: 3.53 ticket_types: - name: Adult (13+ yrs) min_age: 13 - name: Child (3-12 yrs) min_age: 3 max_age: 12 - name: Senior (65+ yrs) min_age: 65 - name: Military (17+ yrs) min_age: 17 - name: Infant (0-2 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 2 --- ## Overview Explore St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans, renowned for its unique above and below-ground tombs and historic significance since 1789. This revered burial site, rich with the city's multicultural heritage, serves as the final resting place for notable local figures such as Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau, civil rights activist Homer Plessy, and former city mayors. ## What's Included - 45-minute guided walking tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 - Admission to the cemetery with gate passes and tour wristbands - Knowledgeable local guide licensed by New Orleans Catholic Cemeteries ## What's Not Included - Food (not allowed inside the cemetery) - Personal transportation (paid parking is available nearby) ## Ticket Options - **St Louis Cemetery No 1 Walking Tour** — $22.72 (regularly $26.25, save $3.53) St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Tour tickets include a 45-minute guided walking tour through the historic burial grounds with an experienced local guide. Marvel at diverse styles of tombs and learn fascinating stories about those who are buried there. - Adult (13+ yrs) - Child (3-12 yrs) - Senior (65+ yrs) - Military (17+ yrs) - Infant (0-2 yrs) ## Good to Know - The cemetery is one of New Orleans' most popular tourist attractions, established in 1789. - It is a rare and fragile architectural site, still actively used for burials, and accessible only on a group tour. - Paid parking is available at the Park First Parking lot adjacent to the cemetery. - If riding the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Basin St. Station is stop no. 5 (subject to change). - Please do not touch, sit, or lean on tombs, fences, or any structures inside the cemetery. - Bottled water is allowed but not food. - The cemetery is the final resting place of many people; please be respectful. - Tours run rain or shine; wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes. - Meet your guide across the street from the cemetery at Basin St. Station Visitor Information Center, 501 Basin St, at least 15 minutes before the tour starts. - Photography along the way is encouraged. - Patrons for Preservation Code of Conduct: - No touching, sitting, or leaning on tombs, fences, or other structures - Marking or rubbing on tombs is prohibited - Vandalism and theft are illegal and will be prosecuted - No items may be deposited on tombs or in the cemetery (candles, beans, coins, shells, rocks, figures, pictures, images, etc.) - No eating inside the cemetery; water bottles with lids are encouraged ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations — See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where does the St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 New Orleans walking tour depart from? The tour begins across the street from the cemetery at the Basin St. Station Visitor Information Center, located at 501 Basin St. Meet your tour guide at the Cemetery Tour Desk. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. ### Is there parking onsite or nearby? Park First Parking Lot is located adjacent to Basin St. Station and St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 and offers reasonable rates year-round. Please note that Basin St. Station Visitor Parking Lot is only reserved for temporary 20-minute visitor parking and cannot be used while you are on the tour. ### How long is the St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Tour? The St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Tour typically lasts about 45 minutes. However, depending on the weather and other unforeseen events, the tour could finish later. ### Is the tour appropriate for children? The tour welcomes all ages—additionally, infants ages two (2) and under join free. ### Can I bring a pet on tour? No, sorry. Only ADA-defined service animals are allowed on the tour. ### Is the cemetery ADA-accessible? Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible and both wheelchairs and scooters are permitted. The pathway is easy to maneuver but note that there are many uneven surfaces that may cause some difficulty for those with mobility issues and wheelchairs. ### What should I wear for the walking tour? Wear light airy clothing in the hot summer months and jackets and hats in the colder winter months. Bring comfortable shoes for walking on many uneven surfaces in the historic site. ### What happens if it rains on or before the tour? The tour operates rain or shine. If the weather forecast calls for rain, please come prepared. There will be no protection from rain inside the cemetery. Tours may be canceled and rescheduled only in the event of unsafe weather conditions. ### How many people will be on the tour? The maximum group size is 20 people per tour.