Historic Garden District Walking Tour

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About this activity

Listed as a National Historic Landmark District the city of Lafayette became known as the American Sector but approaching the 1830's, it was known as the Garden District. Comprised of a close network of several plantations which were parceled, sold and broken into smaller lots in which various ethnic neighborhoods consisting of the American sector, the Irish Channel, and an elite Jewish community to name a few would call home. There was also very large African American & Creole neighborhoods adjacent to the others and together were all a part of the city of Lafayette.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 28 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Tours By NOLA - New Orleans Local Artists

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lagniappe - means in French something extra
Included: Licensed Native Tour Guide and Cultural Ambassador

Not included

Not included: Snacks: Lunch/Dinner
Not included: Admission to Lafayette #1 Cemetery : Cemetery is temporary closedd

Itinerary

Lafayette Cemetery No.1

30 min Admission not included

Located in the Garden District, Lafayette Cemetery is one the oldest cemeteries in the city.
Garden District

one hour

The Garden District has been known as the seat of the confederate and the wealthiest neighborhood in New Orleans. You will see some of the pre- and post-civil war mansions, along with celebrity homes.
Irish Channel

30 min

Escaping the potato famine in Ireland, many of the Irish migrated to the New World (New Orleans) and settled in an area known today as the Irish Channel. Many of the famous architects that designed and built the first homes in the Garden District were Irish.

Join us for the stories of the Irish that contribute to the wealth of the Garden District and more.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We will meet in front of the Rink by the historical Garden District Marker on the corner of Washington Ave. and Prytania Street.

End point

We will meet in front of the Rink by the historical Garden District Marker on the corner of Washington Ave. and Prytania Street.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Tour operates with a minimum of 2 guest . We do not operate with 1 guest unless its a Private Tour, call for details.
not recommended for travelers with difficulty standing long periods of time