- St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 - When you tour with non-profit Save Our Cemeteries you are helping to preserve and protect the historic cemeteries of New Orleans. Our tours are small and historically accurate.
Just a short walk from City Park is St. Louis Cemetery No.3, on stately Esplanade Avenue. This beautiful Catholic cemetery near tranquil Bayou St. John is an ideal place to stroll among the tombs as you learn about the burial customs of New Orleans and hear the real stories of the famous and infamous that fascinate the world and locals alike. St. Louis No. 3 is the final resting place of notable architect James Gallier, Storyville photographer E.J. Bellocq, and New Orleans chefs Leah Chase and Paul Prudhomme.
There must be a minimum of 4 guests signed up to take this tour 12 hours before the departure time/date or the tour will be canceled. If it is cancelled you will receive an email. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
- Professional Guides
- Gratuities for the guide are not included.
When you embark on a tour with the non-profit organization Save Our Cemeteries, you contribute to the conservation and protection of New Orleans’ historical graveyards. Our tours are intimate and authentically historic, with a portion of your ticket cost contributing to our continuous restoration work.
Just a quick stroll away from City Park lies St. Louis Cemetery No.3, nestled on the venerable Esplanade Avenue. Originally a burial ground for leprosy victims, this picturesque Catholic cemetery, situated near the serene Bayou St. John, is now a perfect location for leisurely walks amongst the tombs. Gather knowledge about New Orleans’ interment traditions amid tales of notable and notorious personalities that intrigue not just the world but locals too. St. Louis No. 3 serves as the eternal home for renowned architect James Gallier, Storyville photographer E.J. Bellocq, and New Orleans culinary legends Leah Chase and Paul Prudhomme.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
