Explore St. Louis Cemetery #3 with an audio guide. Discover unique burial traditions, historic tombs, and stories of notable figures.
Explore St. Louis Cemetery #3 with an audio guide. Discover unique burial traditions, historic tombs, and stories of notable figures.
- St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 - Discover St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Founded in 1852, this historic New Orleans cemetery is renowned for its above-ground tombs. Located on the grounds of a former leprosy colony, it showcases a variety of tomb styles and architectural designs.
- St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 - Discover St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Founded in 1852, this historic New Orleans cemetery is renowned for its above-ground tombs. Located on the grounds of a former leprosy colony, it showcases a variety of tomb styles and architectural designs.

- Unlimited, lifetime use of the tour
- Virtual playback option to listen like an audiobook
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Self-guided GPS tour for flexible exploration
- Directions to the starting point
- Unlimited, lifetime use of the tour
- Virtual playback option to listen like an audiobook
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Self-guided GPS tour for flexible exploration
- Directions to the starting point
- Smartphone and headphones
- Smartphone and headphones
Discover the haunting allure of New Orleans’ St. Louis Cemetery #3 with this self-guided walking tour, where you’ll explore the city’s distinctive burial customs. Established in 1852 to address a severe yellow fever outbreak, this historic cemetery occupies the site of a former leprosy colony and showcases a diverse collection of above-ground tombs. As…
Discover the haunting allure of New Orleans’ St. Louis Cemetery #3 with this self-guided walking tour, where you’ll explore the city’s distinctive burial customs. Established in 1852 to address a severe yellow fever outbreak, this historic cemetery occupies the site of a former leprosy colony and showcases a diverse collection of above-ground tombs. As you stroll through this “city of the dead,” you’ll encounter captivating architecture, hear tales of notable individuals like photographer E.J. Bellocq, and understand why New Orleans cemeteries are renowned globally. This audio guide provides a captivating look into the city’s rich cultural heritage and unique way of honoring the past.
- The total tour duration is the walking time as you pass by attractions. It does not include optional time spent at any of the listed attractions
- This route is not wheelchair accessible, but it is a very easy walk suitable for the ages listed. The accessibility selections are accurate.
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.