Garden District: Creole & Cajun Food Tour

Experience the flavors and history of New Orleans on a guided walking tour of the Garden District. Indulge in Cajun and Creole specialties, explore historic architecture, and discover local shops and galleries.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lafayette Cemetery No.1 - Begin your journey at the renowned Lafayette Cemetery to explore the distinctive funeral customs and traditions of New Orleans, along with the city’s early historical background.
  • Garden District - Famous for its historic mansions, grand oaks, and Magazine Street shopping, visitors and their guide will delight in an…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Beverages
  • Local taxes
  • Tea and coffee
  • Food tasting
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on a guided walking tour of the Garden District, visiting three culinary stops that showcase the rich culture and history of New Orleans through its flavors. Begin with a brief exploration of the neighborhood’s architecture and history, followed by a delightful meal featuring distinctive Cajun and Creole dishes across three local restaurants. The…

Location
Lafayette Cemetery No. 1
Washington Avenue
Meet on the corner of Washington Ave & Coliseum St., on the corner cross from Commander's Palace & outside the cemetery wall.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Terry_k
Feb 20, 2026
Michelle leads a... - Michelle leads a fantastic tour- starting with history that sets the stage for the tour - architectural highlights, delicious food and history- she is knowledgeable and fun!!!
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Lorir885
Feb 1, 2026
Perfect blend of food, history and architecture - The Garden District food tour was the perfect mix of food, history and architecture. Michelle was an amazing tourguide and extremely knowledgeable. I look forward to taking her other tours.
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Art_b
Jan 4, 2026
Do this tour first. - We wish we had taken this tour on our very first day. We learned so much great information about the city that would have saved us time and money.
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Rick_s
Dec 7, 2025
Absolutely the Best - Our family was in New Orleans for 12 days and took many tours. By far the best were guided by Michelle Mashon. She is a native of the city and knows all the best history and places to visit away from the normal tourist spots. I would give her 6 stars if that was possible.
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Ev641
Dec 6, 2025
Eat like the locals! - Yes, the French Quarter has great dining experiences. But there are so many great food options in every category and dining experience level all over the city. This tour takes you away from bustle and shove of the Quarter to the leisurely pace of the Garden District. Michelle takes time to build a history of the food of New Orleans through the history of its inhabitants. Then you eat (you will be full at the end) at 3 of her fav local spots. The locals know her - think "Norm!" from Cheers - b/c you are in HER neighborhood! You'll feel welcome and want to come back again and again.
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Stacey_k
Nov 15, 2025
Michelle is the best and this tour is a delight! - This experience was awesome! I would give it 10 stars if I could. Michelle is a wonderful guide. She taught us so much about local history and customs, shared excellent food with us, and gave everyone in our group great tips about places to shop and eat while we’re in town. She went above and beyond and made this tour so much fun!
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Laurie_d
Nov 11, 2025
Great tour! - We had a great time in the Garden District with Michelle. We learned and ate a lot! Excellent food choices. Also, so nice to get away from the French Quarter and try something different. You can spend all day on Magazine St.
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Chfennelly
Nov 10, 2025
Garden District tour with great food stops - Great tour with interesting historical information shared and great food stops enjoyed in the beautiful garden district. Highly recommend Michele and this tour.
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Amy_d
Nov 5, 2025
Michelle was very... - Michelle was very knowledgeable about the history of New Orleans and its Garden District. A much quieter alternative to the French Quarter. More local feel. Loved that drinks were included in the price.
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Dawn_b
Nov 5, 2025
The guide was very... - The guide was very knowledgeable about the history of NOLA. The food was Delicious. Some of the best food we had. Great tour.
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From $78
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).