1 h

With guide

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Stop At: St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, 425 Basin St 3421 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112-3535

Meet your guide at the Visitors Center across the street from the cemetery and begin with learning about the geographical challenges of New Orleans. Then, walk to the oldest above-ground cemetery in the city, St. Louis Cemetery No. 1. You are required to be with a guide in the cemetery and cannot walk freely through it without your guide. Discover the historical significance of it and the need to protect its architectural integrity. Discuss the burial processes, famous people who are buried in the cemetery, and see the supposed tomb of Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveau.

Duration: 1 hour

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Included

Professional guide
Entry/Admission - St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

Not included

Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is casual, also please DRESS FOR THE WEATHER. Be prepared for any and all types of weather as tour operates rain or shine.
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Photography is allowed and recommended but you may not place your camera or equipment on any tombs or cemetery property
No alcohol, food, or drink is permitted in the cemetery except for water
It is mandatory for all guests to remain within the group and not stray or wander off alone; you may not stand on or lean on tombs; These rules are strictly enforced by the Archdiocese of New Orleans
You may not touch tombs or anything in the cemetery while on the tour
The local supplier reserves the right to end your tour if you are intoxicated, belligerent, or do not follow guidelines
You may visit the gift shop for souvenirs and water
NOTE: St. Louis #1 is an ACTIVE cemetery and may have funerals at the time of your scheduled tour and may be closed to the public, if this situation arises, we will do our best to reschedule you to another tour time.
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
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 18 travelers

Features

Tourism

90%

Cultural

80%

Original

20%

Reviews

4.9

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Eric S

5 | 2019-09-20

This tour was in my list for a long time and I’m so glad I got the chance to go. Betsy was a wonderful guide and had so many great stories to share with us regarding the burials and history behind some of these mausoleums. I learned so much. Highly recommend this tour. Ask for Betsy if you can!!!

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Graham B

5 | 2019-07-03

We loved our tour around St. Louis Cemetery No.1. The guide we had was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of interesting facts about the cemetery. It was a very hot day and she very considerately offered us shade, while she herself stood in the sun. I would highly recommend this tour and also the particular guide we had who managed to be friendly, professional and welcoming.

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Carlypupillo

5 | 2017-09-05

This tour was great! The cemetery is a MUST see, and Chad was a great guide! He gave is so many amazing details, and really knew a lot about the cemetery, as well as the history of New Orleans. We would highly recommend this tour!

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Sheila T

4 | 2017-08-13

This was an informative tour where I learned many things about entombment above ground. The guide Chad gave a great overview of the cemetery, the origins of above ground entombment and history on some of the fascinating aspects of this cemetery.

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St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Guided Tour

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