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New Orleans Garden District Walking Tour

Explore New Orleans' Garden District on a guided walking tour, featuring historic mansions, celebrity homes, and exclusive access to the Women's Opera Guild Home.

New Orleans
2 hrs
4.51Rating:
Last updated: December 5, 2025

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GYG logo
4.84
464 reviews
Viator logo
4.91
459 reviews

Important Information

  • Tour lasts 2 hours, walking distance of 1 mile
  • Comfortable shoes recommended
  • Service animals allowed
  • Wheelchairs can join most of the tour
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Discover the enchanting Garden District of New Orleans on a captivating walking tour. Begin your journey at the historic Women's Opera Guild Home, where you'll gain exclusive inside access to this stunning mansion. As you stroll through the neighborhood, admire the towering Southern live oaks, Crepe Myrtles, and magnolias that lend a fairy-tale quality to the area. Learn about the rich history of the district, including its famous residents like Anne Rice and John Goodman. Visit the gates of Lafayette #1 Cemetery to uncover the unique above-ground burial practices of New Orleans. This tour offers a unique glimpse into the city's past and present, blending history, architecture, and celebrity lore. Book now to experience the charm and allure of the Garden District firsthand.

Pros

  • Explore historic mansions in the Garden District
  • Admire towering Southern live oaks and Crepe Myrtles
  • Visit the Women's Opera Guild Home
  • Learn about above-ground burial rites at Lafayette #1
  • Discover celebrity homes of Anne Rice and John Goodman

Includes

  • Fully narrated tour with a storyteller guide
  • Exclusive access to the Women's Opera Guild Home
  • Short restroom break halfway through
  • Tax included

Excludes

  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

FAQ

  • Is The Tour Wheelchair Accessible?

    The tour is mostly accessible, but the first 15 minutes at the Opera Home are not due to its historic nature.

  • Are Service Animals Allowed?

    Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour.

  • What Should I Wear?

    Wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves walking about a mile.

  • Can I Bring My Child?

    Yes, children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Is There A Restroom Break?

    Yes, there is a short restroom break halfway through the tour.

$26-$28
4.51Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Explore historic mansions in the Garden District
  • Admire towering Southern live oaks and Crepe Myrtles
  • Visit the Women's Opera Guild Home
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