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Garden District Tour: Explore New Orleans' Opulence
4.7
16 Ratings
New Orleans
Discover the opulence and allure of New Orleans’ Garden District on a captivating tour. Explore grand mansions, learn about the area’s history and secrets, and get insider tips for the best dining and attractions.
Discover the opulence and allure of New Orleans’ Garden District on a captivating tour. Explore grand mansions, learn about the area’s history and secrets, and get insider tips for the best dining and attractions.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Buckner Mansion - The Buckner mansion is over 18,000 square feet and was built for Cotton king, Henry Buckner. It’s notorious for being the home used in American Horror Story, Coven.
- Lafayette Cemetery No.1 - We will explain our unique burial procedures and tell you about the history of the cemetery and the families there. This cemetery is…
- Buckner Mansion - The Buckner mansion is over 18,000 square feet and was built for Cotton king, Henry Buckner. It’s notorious for being the home used in American Horror Story, Coven.
- Lafayette Cemetery No.1 - We will explain our unique burial procedures and tell you about the history of the cemetery and the families there. This cemetery is currently closed to the public so we view it through the iron gates.
- Garden District - Home to the wealthy and our major Mardi Gras Parades, this is where opulence and history meet in New Orleans. You will see the famous home of Anne Rice, where the Mayfair Witches resided in novels. You will see where Mark Twain attended parties and where films and tv shows you love were filmed. You will pass by and learn about the celebrity owned homes as well. Sandra Bullock, Nic Cage, John Goodman, Trent Reznor and NBA star Zion Williamson just to name a few.
What's Included
- Professional Licensed Guide
- Exclusive Insights Unavailable Elsewhere
- Local’s Perspective
- Professional Licensed Guide
- Exclusive Insights Unavailable Elsewhere
- Local’s Perspective
Additional Information
The Garden District is known for its grand mansions. It is a place where opulence meets allure. Towering Oaks shade the streets and vibrant Mardi Gras Parades line the Avenue. This area is a true spectacle.
- Since the early 1830s, the Garden District has been the hub of beauty, drama, deception, and wealth, creating an enduring mystique.
- Through the…
The Garden District is known for its grand mansions. It is a place where opulence meets allure. Towering Oaks shade the streets and vibrant Mardi Gras Parades line the Avenue. This area is a true spectacle.
- Since the early 1830s, the Garden District has been the hub of beauty, drama, deception, and wealth, creating an enduring mystique.
- Through the gates of Lafayette Cemetery, see the graves, hear about our family tomb days and why we share an Egyptian belief.
- See how the gardens play a large role in our houses not flooding.
- You will see homes of celebrities and those used in films and tv shows and we will let you in on a few secrets too.
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At the end of the tour, your tour guide will happily give you insider tips on where to eat, what to see and where to enjoy.
_ After the tour, you’ll receive follow up information on the Garden District, in case you want to learn about even more. - So come explore this captivating neighborhood with us, where every home has a story.
Location
2727 Prytania St
Prytania Street
We meet in front of The Rink Shopping Center. The Rink has a coffee shop and restrooms. The guide will meet you outside the front entrance.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(16 Ratings)
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C8485pijennym
Apr 30, 2025
Garden District Gem - We ended up getting DeAnna as a stand-in tour guide for a tour we booked through another company because the original guide fell ill. No shade to the other guide, and we are sorry they were under the weather, but we were so lucky to be given this tour by such a friendly, knowledgeable, and entertaining person! I used to live in New Orleans, and DeAnna revealed so much to me that I never learned while there. It was my daughter's first trip to the city, and this tour contributed to her falling in love with New Orleans, something we now share! I have been on similar walking tours in New Orleans before, as well as in St. Augustine and Savannah. This was by far the best! We'll be booking directly with DuPont and Company on our next visit.
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445madisonn
Mar 26, 2025
Fantastic Garden District Tour!! - I had an amazing experience on the Garden District walking tour in New Orleans! DeAnna, our tour guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and made the entire tour so engaging. Her passion for the history and culture of the area really shone through, and she kept things lively and fun throughout. Highly recommend this tour—DeAnna is truly fantastic!
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Cathy_g
Mar 19, 2025
Garden District Tour - Our tour guide, Lacey, was extremely knowledgeable and gave us a thorough, highly informative tour where I was able to take as many pictures as I wanted. Great tour. Highly recommend to anyone who is interested in history and/or real estate.
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Amybethd
Feb 25, 2025
Fun and informative Tour - I booked this tour for a girls group and we had the best time! The tour guide was knowledgeable, the route had lots of interesting stops, and we enjoyed the whole experience. I am in New Orleans regularly but I still learned things on this tour that I would have never known. Plus, it's just plain fun to see fabulous houses!
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Danabeutler
Feb 25, 2025
Highly recommended! - Highly recommended! We had a great experience with them! We saw New Orleans in the eyes of locals!
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Arden_c
Jan 25, 2025
Highly recommend - Loved the garden district tour! Angela was so knowledgeable about the entire New Orleans area and garden district. Would recommend to anyone visiting New Orleans!
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Leyla_h
Jan 5, 2025
Garden city tour - Sometimes you have to watch your step.
And you’re not able to go into the cemetery.
Otherwise very good guide
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Brian_w
Nov 26, 2024
Excellent historic tour of the garden district - Our tour guide Angela was quite knowledgeable about the area and gave us a deep understanding of the history and the reason for so many cultures in one spot. The architecture portion was particularly interesting and references to well-known celebrities. I would highly recommend this tour in this particular guide.
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Darwin_m
Feb 18, 2025
Beautiful Garden District - Lovely walk through beautiful area gaining knowledge of the homes and their inhabitants. Wear comfortable shoes and be aware of uneven surfaces.
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Denise_f
Jan 31, 2025
Cancelled - The reason I rated this tour the way I did is that the tour was cancelled. I would like to know how to get a refund for the tour.
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