New Orleans Garden District Architecture Tour

Itinerary
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Stop At: Lafayette Cemetery No.1, Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130

A small segment of the tour focuses on the unique burial customs in New Orleans. (Please note that entrance to the cemetery is permitted by the City of New Orleans, and it may be closed when services are being performed.)

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Commander's Palace, 1403 Washington Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

A discussion about Commander's Palace includes the architecture of the building, the history of the owners, and highlights of the culinary experience awaiting guests.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Morris-Israel House, 1331 First St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

This house was designed by Samuel Jameson in 1869 and it is an excellent example of New Orleans' iconic Italianate architecture. Learn about this incredible architecture style and how it relates to other styles in the neighborhood.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera, 2504 Prytania St # 70130, New Orleans, LA 70130-5902

This house was built in two different eras and in two different styles! Learn how to tell the difference between these styles at the Women's Opera Guild House!

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Louise S. McGehee School, 2343 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Learn the history of this late 19th century building from its start as a single family residence to its transformation to the library of the McGehee School!

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Carroll-Crawford House, 1315 First St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Another incredible house designed by Irish born Samuel Jameson, this is an excellent example of Italianate style in the Garden District.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: The Rink Shopping Center, 2727 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Learn about residents' favorite recreational activities at the turn of the century. This simple building housed the largest skating rink in the country at the time it was built - 1884.

Duration: 7 minutes

Stop At: Garden District, Garden District, New Orleans, Louisiana

Spend two hours admiring the beautiful antebellum mansions and learn the history of the area at the time that the homes were being built. Hear the stories of the people who designed the houses, and the people who lived in them.

Duration: 2 hours

• Licensed, Insured, Local Guide - with extensive knowledge of the area.

• Transportation to/from attractions

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.