Embark on a captivating two-hour Garden District tour in historic New Orleans. Discover architectural gems, delve into Louisiana history, and explore pop culture references. No access to Lafayette cemetery due to renovations.
Embark on a captivating two-hour Garden District tour in historic New Orleans. Discover architectural gems, delve into Louisiana history, and explore pop culture references. No access to Lafayette cemetery due to renovations.
- Magazine Street - Begin the journey on the renowned Magazine Street, celebrated for its exceptional shopping and dining experiences. The friendly and well-informed guide will commence the tour outside a fantastic spot for a pre-tour snack (at personal expense). Discover the history of the Louisiana Purchase and its impact on the region.
- **The…
- Magazine Street - Begin the journey on the renowned Magazine Street, celebrated for its exceptional shopping and dining experiences. The friendly and well-informed guide will commence the tour outside a fantastic spot for a pre-tour snack (at personal expense). Discover the history of the Louisiana Purchase and its impact on the region.
- The Rink Shopping Center - Upon reaching The Rink, take a moment to unwind with a frozen lemonade or iced coffee (at personal expense). Restrooms are available, and there is a well-loved bookstore and gift shop perfect for browsing.
- Buckner Mansion - This magnificent Greek Revival mansion is highly popular due to the numerous filming projects conducted here. Most notably, the third season of American Horror Story (AHS), known as Coven, has drawn fans to visit this location.

- 2-Hour Garden District Walking Tour
- Professional guide
- 2-Hour Garden District Walking Tour
- Professional guide
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance to Lafayette Cemetery
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance to Lafayette Cemetery
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…
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.
- Dress code is smart-casual
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.