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New Orleans: Tombs and Mansions of the Garden District

By Junket
9.4 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$63 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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Overview
  • Visit the homes of celebrities, sports heroes, and beloved writers
  • Snap pics at a famous American Horror Story filming location
  • Uncover how the Merrick-Jones House is tied to the Manson Murders
  • Take a deep dive into the fascinating world of New Orleans architecture
  • Explore the garden district with a seasoned guide and fun-loving group

Activity location

    • New Orleans
    • New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 1448 Fourth St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA | Meet your guide in front of the historical marker for Colonel Short's Villa, at 1448 Fourth Street, New Orleans.
    • New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

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New Orleans: Tombs and Mansions of the Garden District
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 2:00 pm
Price details
NZ$62.60 x 1 AdultNZ$62.60

Total
Price is NZ$62.60

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included2-hour walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included Knowledgable guide
  • What's includedWhat's included Well-researched and credible history
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded Service charge

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Smoking, Video recording
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

Venture to the Garden District, nestled in the heart of Uptown New Orleans and uncover an architectural treasure trove overflowing with fascinating tales of the antebellum south. Join a seasoned local guide for a deep dive into the juicy secrets of this beloved area.

Begin at Lafayette Cemetery — a burial site that’s world-renowned for its chilling, above-ground tombs. Waner down to historic Prytania Street and learn why Nicolas Cage wrote blank checks to two New Orleans families.

Delve into the “swill milk” scandal that resulted in the country’s first food safety law. Explore Greek and gothic-style architecture, and see the real Jackson Avenue mansion that served as American Horror Story’s Robichaux Academy for Witches.

As you meander through the city, you’ll hear local titbits and explore bonus stops like the Eiffel Society Building, a restaurant that used to sit at the top of the Eiffel Tower.

Spend an afternoon soaking in the culture, history, and secrets of New Orleans. You’ll head home with unforgettable memories, and wish you never left.

Location

Activity location

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    • New Orleans
    • New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 1448 Fourth St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA | Meet your guide in front of the historical marker for Colonel Short's Villa, at 1448 Fourth Street, New Orleans.
    • New Orleans, Louisiana, United States