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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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.
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NOTE: access to Lafayette cemetery is not guaranteed Feb 23-March 3 due to carnival celebrations
Drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure Point
2140 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
In front of PJ's Coffee shop
Magazine Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States The 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. 5 minutes
Garden District, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States The first stop of the day will be on First Street, to the address where Jefferson Davis died. Civil War history is delivered through the lens of the Garden District. Then, continue on to the Brevard-Rice Mansion, the former home of well-known author Anne Rice. Next up is the picturesque Buckner mansion and the former home of Peyton and Eli Manning. Continue wandering to the Opera Guild House, Colonel Short’s Villa, the fictional Benjamin Button’s house and the home of actress Sandra Bullock. 100 minutes
2727 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA 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. 15 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress code is smart-casual
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
BillyLa
24 Apr 2023
Excellent tour guide. Really knew her stuff about the area. We are in our mid 70's and the pace was right and we could certainly hear the guide. The group was not too large which also helped. Would highly recommend this tour for any one interested in architecture and the history of the this beautiful area.
711lucinab
23 Apr 2023
Fantastic to go with a guide that had a person connection to the district. So many interesting stories and insights. DeAnna duPont was the perfect guide for this tour.
Z4635BMcarries
20 Apr 2023
Betsy was a great tour guide. I love that tours are limited to 15 people or less. Full of history and fun facts.
This tour in
New Orleans
is organized by
Two Chicks Walking Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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