Gossip & Grandeur: A Stroll Through NOLAs Garden District

Gossip & Grandeur: A Stroll Through NOLAs Garden District

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Join us on a journey through New Orleans' grandest neighborhood: the Garden District. Mansions and mysteries await you as you walk through the lifestyles of the rich and famous both past and present.

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Highlights

See the homes of Anne Rice, Sandra Bullock, John Goodman & More
See the famous Buckner Mansion, filmed for American Horror Story Coven
Visit Lafayette Cemetery #1 and hear its history (Closed to the Public)
See the Garden District's oldest home, which locals call Toby's Corner
Learn all about the NOLA public transit system & the St. Charles Streetcar line

Description

Join us on a journey through New Orleans' grandest neighborhood: the Garden District. Mansions and mysteries await you as you walk through the lifestyles of the rich and famous both past and present. Visit grandiose homes, such as the home of author Anne Rice (Interview with the Vampire, Mayfair Witches) and Sandra Bullock's doll house. Uncover secrets only locals know, while learning about the history and architecture of the famous neighborhood, along with Lafayette Cemetery #1 (please keep in mind this cemetery is closed to the public). Meet your guide at the beautiful Hotel Tonelle, where your guide will teach you about the history of the St. Charles Streetcar line. Break in the middle of this 2-hour tour at The Rink, where you can grab a coffee and explore the Garden District Book Shop. Mix history with mystery on this unforgettable stroll through New Orleans' Garden District.

Includes

This tour includes a 5-star local guide that will meet you at the beautiful Hotel Tonnelle for your journey through the Garden District. Our tour is unlike any other, as our company has insider knowledge of various locations through the Garden District. This tour includes a break halfway through, where guests can purchase water, coffee, and browse the Garden District Book Shop.

Important Information

Please keep in mind it gets HOT in New Orleans, especially during the summer. Please wear summer-appropriate attire, sunscreen, and come prepared with rain gear. While this tour can accommodate mobility issues, please keep in mind that the state of New Orleans' streets can be very rough, so navigating those streets can be difficult at times. Please arrive 15-minutes prior to tour departure with your entire group. Parking may be available at the Hotel Tonnelle for $13 per day. Street parking and the St. Charles Streetcar are also options. Cancelations for a full refund require a 24-hour advanced notice. In the event of emergencies, please contact us at 504-454-3939. This tour goes out rain or shine. For further questions, please contact 504-454-3939 via call or text.