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New Orleans Highlights of the Garden District Walking Tour
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
$37.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
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.
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.
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Highlights of Garden District
Highlights of Garden District: 2 hour walking tour of the Garden District with a licensed guide in a small group.
Highlights of Garden District: 2 hour walking tour of the Garden District with a licensed guide in a small group.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- Professional guide
- Entrance to Lafayette Cemetery
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Drinks
Meeting point
Cute local coffee shop on the corner of Magazine Street and Jackson Ave.
Return details
Tour ends in the heart of the Garden District, exact location varies slightly per guide.
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Magazine StreetThe adventure starts on famous Magazine Street, known for its amazing shopping and dining options. Your friendly and knowledgeable guide will start the tour outside of a great place for a pre-tour snack (at own expense). Learn about the history of the Louisiana Purchase and how it affected the area.
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Upon arriving at The Rink, take a break and relax with a frozen lemonade or iced coffee (at own expense). Restrooms are available here, and there is also a popular bookstore and gift shop that’s great for browsing.
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Buckner MansionThis opulent Greek Revival mansion is very popular due to the numerous filming projects that have taken place at this location. Most notably, the third season of American Horror Story (AHS) known as Coven, has inspired fans to flock here.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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New Orleans Highlights of the Garden District Walking Tour
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
$37.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!