New Orleans Historical Architecture and Cemetery Tour

Discover New Orleans' heritage and the beauty of its period homes during this historical tour. Ride along the city’s stately streets, passing jewels of architectural styles in the French Quarter, Bayou St John and the Garden District, and enjoy guided walking tours of St Louis Cemetery #3. This small-group tour with a maximum of 14 people ensures a more personalized experience.

What's included:

• Guided tour of St Louis Cemetery #3
• Transport by air-conditioned 14-passenger van
• Hotel pickup and drop-off, with exact pick up time provided

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

French Quarter

New Orleans, Louisiana

After pickup from your downtown or French Quarter hotel by air-conditioned van, your tour begins in the French Quarter, where you'll learn about the history and design styles of the old Creole city of New Orleans.

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Jackson Square

751 Decatur St, , New Orleans, 70181, Louisiana

See the Pontalba Buildings of Jackson Square and the famous St. Louis Cathedral.

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St. Louis Cathedral

615 Pere Antoine Aly, , New Orleans, 70116-3291, Louisiana

Admire St Louis Cathedral and enjoy a view of the Mississippi River.

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French Market

518 Saint Peter Street, New Orleans, 70116-3406, Louisiana

Along Esplanade Avenue, you'll pass by the French Market, the old US Mint and some elegant mansions.

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St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

3421 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, 70119-2902, Louisiana

Next, hop off your van and stretch your legs at the historic St Louis Cemetery #3. During a guided walking tour, see some of its many societal tombs, such as the Hellenic Orthodox community and the Dante Lodge of Masons, which represent the varied backgrounds of New Orleans' former residents.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

New Orleans City Park

1 Palm Drive, New Orleans, 70124-4608, Louisiana

Stop for refreshments and restrooms after a drive through City Park, home to the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park and centuries-old live oaks.

20 minutes

The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden at NOMA

1 Collins C., Diboll Circle, City Park, New Orleans, 70124, Louisiana

Visit this sculpture garden that occupies approximately eleven acres in City Park adjacent to the New Orleans Museum of Art, and is located within a mature existing landscape of pines, magnolias, and live oaks surrounding two lagoons.

20 minutes

Cafe Du Monde - City Park

56 Dreyfous Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124, USA

Make a quick stop at this iconic spot for beignets and cafe au lait (own expense.)

Caesars Superdome

1500 Sugar Bowl Dr, New Orleans, 70112, Louisiana

Heading downtown, we drive through the Arts District and the Warehouse Section as well as by the World War II Museum, going by the Superdome and through the heart of the business district as we return to your hotel.

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Bayou St John

New Orleans, LA 70119, USA

Back on your van, travel along peaceful Bayou St John, where you’ll see houses from the late 1700s.

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Garden District

New Orleans, 70130-5968, Louisiana

On the drive back to your hotel, you’ll pass through Uptown and along St Charles Avenue, where the grand colonial mansions of the Garden District are some of the most beautiful in all the South.

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