Results for “Garden District” in New Orleans

New Orleans Small-Group Garden District Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

1,659 2 h

Enjoy the stories on a walking tour through New Orleans’ elegant 19th Century garden neighborhood. You will get to look through the gates at Lafayette Cemetery #1, currently closed to the public. This neighborhood and its cemetery tells the story of New Orleans from the Louisiana Purchase to the Civil War. Stunning antebellum mansions, lush gardens, unforgettable stories, and beautiful photo opportunities await! We keep our group size under 12 guests to make in a fun, personal experience.

New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery (opens in a new tab)

2,893 3 h

Spend an unforgettable 3 hours exploring New Orleans aboard our comfortable, air-conditioned mini-bus. Guided by a licensed local expert, you’ll get an insider’s look at the history, culture, and charm that make our city unique. From the vibrant French Quarter and Garden District to historic neighborhoods shaped by Creole traditions, you’ll see the landmarks that define New Orleans. Along the way, learn the stories of resilience as you pass through areas impacted by Hurricane Katrina and witness the city’s remarkable recovery. This is the perfect way to experience the highlights of New Orleans—past, present, and future—all in one tour.

Garden District Home and History Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

566 2 h

Join the only company to take you inside one of the stunning Mansions located in the heart of the Garden District. Begin your tour and meet your guide at the Women's Opera Guild Home located at 2504 Prytania Street followed by a leisurely stroll through the world famous Garden District neighborhood of New Orleans. See the stomping grounds of authors, poets, movie stars, artists, and sports legends such as Anne Rice, John Goodman, and Archie Manning. Enjoy the towering Southern Live Oak trees, magnificent Crepe Myrtles, and the stunning Magnolias that some have said make walking through the neighborhood akin to walking through a fairy tale. Learn the deep and rich history of the area and how it fits into the overall story of New Orleans including the jealousy and mistrust that led to the 'new money' of the 'garish' Americans trying to show up the splendor and glory of the 'old money' Europeans on the other side of town.

New Orleans Garden District Architecture Tour (opens in a new tab)

419 2 h

Discover the history of New Orleans through its architecture! On this 2-hour Garden District tour, you'll learn about 19th century New Orleans while admiring the exquisite mansions. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with a passionate, professional guide to explore the many building styles prevalent in this neighborhood, ranging from Greek Revival, Italianate, and Victorian. Hear the stories of the 19th century architects and families who made their mark on this historic area, and see the homes of former and current celebrities. Also included in this tour is a short stop into Lafayette Cemetery where visitors learn about the fascinating local above-ground burial customs. Starting with a brief introduction to the history of New Orleans Cemeteries, visitors will be treated to a discussion of the various styles and types of tombs seen in this cemetery. Your group will be no more than 14 people allowing for a more intimate, personal experience.

45-Minute Garden District Highlights Tour in New Orleans (opens in a new tab)

72 45 min

This fast-paced tour is ideal if you are short on time and want to see as much of the city as possible, or if you have taken several longer tours and just wish to see the highlights of the Garden District. It's a fast-paced fun excursion through this unique and historic neighborhood. It is a very visual tour, with less focus on storytelling or history, but your guide will give you a brief rundown of the history and point out architectural elements. We cover all the most impressive homes in the Garden District and include a stop at Lafayette Cemetery #1. The cemetery is closed, but the gates are wide enough to see in and get some great pictures!

New Orleans Walking Tour: Garden District Stories (opens in a new tab)

69 2 h

Discover one of New Orleans’ most beautiful and historic neighbourhoods – the Garden District. Wander past grand antebellum mansions, see the Lafayette Cemetery and explore the hidden gems and diverse stories that shaped this community. Cross into the Irish Channel to see shotgun-style homes and learn about the immigrants who built the city.

New Orleans Hop-On Hop-Off and Garden District Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

248 2 days

Hop-On the City Sightseeing tour to experience 300 Years of New Orleans history, culture & fun! Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing provides an experience like no other in New Orleans. Buses return to each stop every 25 minutes. The 1 hour 30 minute tour visits the French Quarter, Garden District, plus New Orleans best attractions like The National World War II Museum, Mardi Gras World, Jackson Square, Arts District, and Magazine Street Shopping Districts. Ticket holders enjoy discounts at attractions, restaurants and shops along the way! For your Garden District Walking Tour, hop-off at Stop #12 to meet your tour guide for a 45 minute tour of this historic and sophisticated neighborhood and learn about Greek Revival, Italianate, and other architectural styles found in the area. Tours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis at 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm any day your ticket is valid. Upgrade your experience for a 3-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour and a French Quarter Walking Tour.

Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

182 2 h

Our tour guides are New Orleanians with strong personal connections to the history and have many impressive credentials.

Witches Coven Garden District Walking Tour New Orleans (opens in a new tab)

145 2 h

New Orleans Only Ancestral Witchcraft Tour Join us for a unique journey into New Orleans Garden District. This area is more than a home for the city's elite; it's a sanctuary for ancestral witches and their families. While the fictional Mayfair Witches may capture imaginations, our tour delves into the real history of witchcraft among New Orleans oldest Uptown families. Discover the hidden truths behind the city famous for ghosts, vampires, and other supernatural legends. Our exclusive tour reveals the authentic stories of witches who came before the popular TV series, books, and movies filmed in the city. Learn about the real witches who practiced, healed and changed lives with their services. Unlike any other tour, we offer a living experience as we guide you through these mystical tales because we live it.

New Orleans Garden District and Cemetery Bike Tour (opens in a new tab)

216 2 h – 2 h 30 min

We begin with a tour of St. Joseph’s Cemetery, where your guide will tell you of the unique burial traditions and celebrations in our “cities of the dead”. You'll then roll under the shade of the live oak trees in the Garden District. You will marvel at the beautiful mansions owned by wealthy merchants of the past and celebrities of the present. Your guide will tell you stories of not only the residents but also the people who built these amazing houses. Time permitting, we will cruise through the Irish Channel to see its colorful shotgun houses, neighborhood restaurants, and hole-in-the-wall po’boy shops. Paved Paradise Tours is a small, owner-operated company that provides a truly local perspective. When you ride with us you are riding with one of the owners, ensuring that your experience is of the highest quality. See the city through the eyes of someone who loves what they do, loves the City of New Orleans, and wants you to love it too.

New Orleans Highlights of the Garden District Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

578 2 h

Your exploration begins outside PJs coffeehouse, a local treasure that features beignets. The tour itself focuses on the historic Garden District, lasts two hours and covers about 1.5 miles. Your expert guide will provide a quick overview of Louisiana history before delving into the architectural gems of the neighborhood. Historical context acknowledging the indigenous presence, the slave economy, the patrons of the mansions along with the architects are discussed. Local burial traditions are reflected upon OUTSIDE the gates of the historic Lafayette cemetery. Lastly a few pop culture references and celebrity related addresses are included with a special stop reserved for the Buckner Mansion, known to fans of American Horror Story (AHS) as the Miss Robichaux's Academy for Exceptional Young Ladies. ****Due to the City of New Orleans closing of the Lafayette cemetery for renovations , there will be NO access into the cemetery and an overview will be presented OUTSIDE of the gates.

Adults-Only Garden District, Cemetery & Anne Rice True Crime Tour (opens in a new tab)

36 1 h 45 min

Join us for a spine-tingling walking tour through New Orleans' iconic Garden District, where the beauty of grand architecture intertwines with chilling tales of true crime, supernatural lore, and the city's infamous past. This unique tour delves into the eerie connections to "American Horror Story," the enchanting works of Anne Rice, and the shadowy figures of organized crime, offering an unforgettable experience in one of the city's most captivating neighborhoods.

Historic Garden District Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

76 2 h

Listed as a National Historic Landmark District the city of Lafayette became known as the American Sector but approaching the 1830's, it was known as the Garden District. Comprised of a close network of several plantations which were parceled, sold and broken into smaller lots in which various ethnic neighborhoods consisting of the American sector, the Irish Channel, and an elite Jewish community to name a few would call home. There was also very large African American & Creole neighborhoods adjacent to the others and together were all a part of the city of Lafayette.

Free cancellation

Small-Group Glamorous Garden District Tour (opens in a new tab)

110 2 h

Learn the history & architecture of the beautiful Garden District & Magazine Street. Your guide will take you to see residences of Anne Rice, Sandra Bullock, John Goodman, and more. Enjoy a visit to the Lafayette Cemetery & the Coven House of American Horror Story in a small group, walking tour.

Self Guided Walking Tour of New Orleans' Historic Garden District (opens in a new tab)

26 1 h – 1 h 15 min

Vampires (Anne Rice Novels), witches and Hollywood stars all call the Garden District home. Walk its oak-shaded streets with David Hedges, a licensed New Orleans guide since 2011, and discover the stories behind the city’s grandest mansions, from Civil War fortunes to the slavery that built them. -See the house owned by Anne Rice and later Nicolas Cage, and Sandra Bullock’s Swiss chalet -Stand before Buckner Mansion, the witches’ academy in American Horror Story: Coven -Find the famous cast-iron Cornstalk Fence and the “Seven Sisters” houses -Spot the Django Unchained house and a mansion said to be among the city’s first with indoor plumbing -End outside Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 by Commander’s Palace -30 stops, 1.3 miles, about an hour at your own pace Starts opposite The Rink on Prytania St, a block from the St. Charles streetcar. Redeem your code in the VoiceMap app before you arrive. GPS-triggered audio, offline maps and unlimited use. Bring water in summer!

Free cancellation

NOLA Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Tour (opens in a new tab)

458 2 h

The City of New Orleans has temporarily closed Lafayette Cemetery for repairs but we still do the cemetery tour from the gates. Explore one of the world's most dazzling residential neighborhoods with knowledgeable and entertaining guides. Highlights include the St. Charles Avenue Streetcar; the current & former homes of Anne Rice, Trent Reznor, Archie and Peyton Manning; Nicolas Cage, John Goodman and Sandra Bullock; the cornstalk fence; and death site of Jefferson Davis; and film site of Brad Pitt's "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." See the famed aboveground tombs of Lafayette Cemetery #1. Learn about New Orleans’ peculiar burial practices and funerary customs. The City has closed the cemetery but we still do the tour from the gates where you can see everything we cover.

New Orleans Garden District Food and History Tour (opens in a new tab)

62 3 h

Take an all-inclusive three stop food tour that highlights New Orleans history through food. This 3 hour guided walking tour of the Garden District starts at the Lafayette Cemetery then explores the Garden District's historic mansions, colorful shotgun houses, and beautiful oaks. After a brief walk through the neighborhood, enjoy a full meal of signature New Orleans cuisine: po-boys, red beans & rice, jambalaya, beignets and gumbo, spread out over 3 local eateries. Taste the multicultural influences of Creoles, Cajuns & immigrants in signature dishes like po-boys, red beans and rice and beignets. Check out locally-owned shops & leave with a full stomach, plenty of stories and lots of recommendations for the rest of your visit! We are one of the few food tours that accommodate most allergies, even gluten-free and vegetarian. Kid-friendly: adventurous eaters of any age are welcome on the Garden District Food tour, but ages 5+ require a ticket.

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New Orleans City and Cemetery Tour with Garden District Stroll (opens in a new tab)

774 3 h

Hop on this 4-in-1 city tour experience for a fun and interactive tour with stops along the way. Half of this tour will be onboard an air-conditioned motorcoach while the other half will be off the bus exploring an above-ground cemetery, City Park/Café du Monde, and the Garden District. What does 4-in-1 mean? This means you get 4 tours bundled into one experience. A city tour, a cemetery tour, a garden district tour (stroll), and a stop at City Park for beignets (price not included).

Garden District Walking Tour of New Orleans (opens in a new tab)

25 2 h

Discover why this historic neighborhood attracts Hollywood stars and lives in the imagination of millions. You’ll see the Old South come to life as you stroll through the heart of the beautiful Garden District. Our expert guides will bring you to the most luxurious Garden District homes as they share historical anecdotes and celebrity insights. With one look up at the immense mansions and a view down the picturesque tree-lined streets, you’ll see why the Garden District draws tourists and celebrities year after year.

Kyoto: Gion and Geisha District Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

563 2 h

Step back in time on our Gion Walking Tour, where Kyoto’s rich traditions come to life. Wander through stone-paved alleys and charming streets lined with preserved wooden teahouses. Learn about the world of geisha (called geiko in Kyoto) and maiko as we explore hidden corners and historical landmarks. With stories of samurai, tea culture, and centuries-old rituals, this tour offers an unforgettable journey into Kyoto’s most elegant district. 1. Calm and easy-paced walking. 2. Stroll through narrow alleys lined with old wooden townhouses and hidden tea shops. 3. Chance to see geiko and maiko. 4. Learn about Kyoto's rich history and culture.

General Admission to Denver Botanic Gardens Ticket (opens in a new tab)

361 1 h – 3 h

York Street presents a wide range of gardens and collections on 24 acres that illustrate an ever-widening diversity of plants from all corners of the world. Distinctive gardens define and celebrate a Western identity and a unique high altitude climate and geography. Many of the innovative gardens are models of drought-tolerance and showcase native and adapted plants that thrive in Western gardens. Throughout the Gardens, the time-honored traditions of European horticulture merge with a dynamic diversity of plants and design that represent the best in horticultural achievement.

Lower Garden District Food Tour (opens in a new tab)

84 3 h

On our 3-hour Lower Garden District Walking Food Tour, you will savor foods from 5 uniquely different restaurants, mom-and-pop shops, and bakeries. We will tease your taste buds as you nosh on foods from award-winning food establishments. The Lower Garden District food tour gets you out of The Quarter and into a neighborhood the locals live and eat in. We savor foods like Korean BBQ, the best Jewish Deli Sandwich in NOLA, authentic Mexican tacos, a bologna sandwich from a restaurant named by Bon Appetit as the "Best New Restaurant in America," and artisanal doughnuts. In addition to all the delectable foods, your guide will tell fun and interesting stories about the history, culture and food scene of the neighborhood. Join us on an eating adventure!

Victoria Butterfly Gardens Ticket (opens in a new tab)

95 45 min – 2 h

Step into the tropics at Victoria Butterfly Gardens, a indoor tropical jungle experience. Spanning 12,000 square feet and open year-round, the Gardens offer a warm, lush escape where thousands of butterflies from over 75 species flutter freely among 200+ tropical plant varieties. Beyond butterflies, visitors can meet a colorful cast of rescued residents - from Mango the flamingo, to macaws, parrots, iguanas, turtles, and even a dwarf caiman. Every animal has been rescued or rehomed, finding a safe, permanent home in this vibrant ecosystem. Before entering the jungle, explore the Insectarium, a fascinating world of leaf-cutter ants, giant stick insects, and more. The Gardens offer an accessible, educational, and unforgettable experience, rain or shine. Open 364 days a year, except for Christmas Day.

Singapore Gardens by the Bay Admission Tickets with options (opens in a new tab)

9 1 h – 4 h

Gardens by the Bay, and enjoy a series of gardens full of flora and fauna set in mesmerizing interior and exterior structures. Choose between the options to visit the Cloud Forest or the Supertree Observatory. Start your visit at the Garden by the Bay's Flower Dome, the world's largest greenhouse, and witness its collection of exquisite florals and lush plants. Tour different gardens, such as the Mediterranean Garden, Succulent Garden, Australian Garden,