Self Guided Walking Tour of New Orleans' Historic Garden District
Overview
Experience the charm of New Orleans’ Garden District at your own pace with David, a licensed tour guide eager to share his passion for the city and its history with others.
On this self-guided walking tour, you will stroll picturesque streets, discovering the fascinating stories behind mansions linked to Ann Rice and Nicolas Cage. Uncover the district's Civil War history, its role in slavery, and the survival tales of its stunning architecture. Delve into landmarks like Buckner Mansion and Sandra Bullock's Swiss Chalet. Discover the first home with indoor plumbing, the Walter Grinnan Robinson House, with its unique rain collection tank on the roof.
Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too.
Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.
What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
Prytania Street
New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Garden District Sign (Pass By)
Briggs-Staub House (Pass By)
New Orleans Opera Guild Home (Pass By)
Louise S. McGehee School (Pass By)
Buckner Mansion (Pass By)
The Seven Sisters (Pass By)
Pritchard-Pigot House (Pass By)
Carroll-Crawford House (Pass By)
Warwick Manor (Pass By)
Corner Of Camp and Third Street New Orleans (Pass By)
Montgomery-Hero House (Pass By)
Walter Grinnan Robinson House (Pass By)
Commander's Palace (Pass By)
Lafayette Cemetery No.1 (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: Lifetime access to this tour in English.VoiceMap app for Android and iOS.Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata. The following is NOT included: Smartphone and headphones.Transportation.Food and drink. Read more Apr 2025
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