Gossip & Grandeur: A Stroll through New Orleans Garden District
Overview
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.
What's Included
- 2-Hour Stroll through the Garden District
- Local Licensed Tour Guide
Meeting Location
Saint Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Jackson Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
This tour will end with the famous Buckner Mansion on Jackson Ave, just two blocks from the meeting location!
What To Expect
Hotel Tonnelle New Orleans, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Garden District
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Rink Shopping Center
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lafayette Cemetery No.1
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Buckner Mansion
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 21 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gossip & Grandeur: A Stroll through New Orleans Garden District?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
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Call (800) 814 COOL to speak with a Destination Specialist
Activity code: C-5889P20
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