New Orleans Small Group Garden District History and Architecture Tour

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Ready to step into a time machine? Spend two hours with us in one of the most impressive and memorable parts of New Orleans, the Garden District. We will learn about the historic city of Lafayette, various architecture styles, and more. Come experience the large gardens and creative interiors and exteriors of the plantation-like houses. We will also visit the historic cemetery and the famous Commander's Palace and Restaurant. Experience a memorable two-hour walking tour just blocks away from the beautifully oak lined St. Charles Avenue in a varied and important community called the Garden District in New Orleans, USA.

What's Included

  • See Commanders Palace Restaurant, past home to Emeril Lagasse & other James Beard Award recipients
  • A glimpse of the beautiful City of Lafayette & Lafayette #1 Cemetery
  • Visits to famous homes of modern-day celebrities and important people of today and of times gone
  • Gratuities
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2727 Prytania Street
New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

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Garden District

Spend two hours with us in one of the most impressive and memorable parts of New Orleans, the Garden District. We will learn about the historic city of Lafayette, various architecture styles, and more. Come experience the large gardens and creative interiors and exteriors of the plantation-like houses. We will also visit the historic cemetery and the famous Commander's Palace and Restaurant.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The Rink Shopping Center (pass by)

This collection of shops is housed in a former ice rink.
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Our Mother of Perpetual Help (pass by)

Once owned by Anne Rice.
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Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera (pass by)

Features several styles of architecture.
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Musson-Bell House (pass by)

Musson, a cotton broker, was the uncle of French Impressionist Edgar Degas.
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Lafayette Cemetery No.1 (pass by)

Referred to as "The City of the Dead."
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Commander's Palace (pass by)

This famous New Orleans restaurant is the pride of the Brennan family.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minors: Minors may attend our tours with a parent or guardian present. Parents or guardians may never leave minors unattended on any tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the New Orleans Small Group Garden District History and Architecture Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (CDT).This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-6205P18

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What's Included

Activity name

  • See Commanders Palace Restaurant, past home to Emeril Lagasse & other James Beard Award recipients
  • A glimpse of the beautiful City of Lafayette & Lafayette #1 Cemetery
  • Visits to famous homes of modern-day celebrities and important people of today and of times gone
  • Guided tour of the Garden District
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minors: Minors may attend our tours with a parent or guardian present. Parents or guardians may never leave minors unattended on any tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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