New Orleans Metairie Cemetery Tour
Explore New Orleans' Metairie Cemetery, discovering extravagant tombs and intriguing stories with a local author on this 2-hour guided tour.
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Important Information
- • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- • Service animals allowed
- • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- • This tour includes about 2 miles of walking
- • Comfortable shoes and clothes recommended
Discover the fascinating history of New Orleans' Metairie Cemetery on this captivating tour. As you walk beneath the shade of nearly 1,000 trees, you'll explore the extravagant tombs of notable figures like Popeyes' founder Al Copeland and vampire-novelist Anne Rice. Your knowledgeable guide, a local author, will share intriguing stories of the cemetery's inhabitants, including mob bosses and city mayors. Marvel at the pyramid guarded by a sphinx and the Islamic-inspired tomb built by a Confederate general. This 2-hour tour offers a unique glimpse into the rich tapestry of New Orleans' past. Book now for an unforgettable experience.
Pros
- Explore the rich history of Metairie Cemetery
- Visit Millionaire’s Row and extravagant tombs
- Discover the pyramid guarded by a sphinx
- Hear tales of mob bosses and city mayors
- Stroll with an engaging local author
Includes
- Entry/Admission - Metairie Cemetery
- Expert guide
- Insider tips for local food, music, and culture
- Entry to Lake Lawn Metairie
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tour Highlights
- • Explore the rich history of Metairie Cemetery
- • Visit Millionaire’s Row and extravagant tombs
- • Discover the pyramid guarded by a sphinx
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