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Garden District Tours: The 15 Best Walks Uptown

55 tours  ·  from $8 a head

Uptown along the St. Charles streetcar line, the mansions sit behind iron fences under live oaks. These 15 walks are priced and compared on route, length and how much house history each one gets into.

New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour - A small group, with room for questions
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New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

1.New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,879 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35Our pick

Spend about two hours walking the Garden District with a local guide in a group of no more than 15. Hear about above-ground burial traditions from outside Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, then explore antebellum homes, architecture, local lives, and celebrity connections. Guides have included Caroline, Angie, Sean, and Carol. The tour starts and ends at 1427 Washington Ave.

“Shawn was an amazing guide. He knew a lot about the Garden District and its history. He made the tour both fun and interesting.”

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New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery - French Quarter: Creole buildings and city landmarks
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New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery

2.New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & Cemetery

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,209 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $40

Take a three-hour, air-conditioned coach tour through New Orleans neighborhoods, City Park, and St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. A local guide provides live commentary, with guides including Gary Kuhn and Darren. Downtown hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the cemetery visit gives you a closer look at the city’s above-ground tombs.

“Interesting tour. Great tour guide. Got a good understanding of the city and it's history and the different neighborhoods. Lots of restaurant and music recommendations. Wish we had done it the first day of our vacation rather than the last. We would have definitely gone to Frenchman st!”

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New Orleans Small-Group Garden District Walking Tour - The walking is steady, with pauses to listen
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New Orleans Small-Group Garden District Walking Tour

3.New Orleans Small-Group Garden District Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,384 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Explore New Orleans’ Garden District on a two-hour walk with a local guide and a group capped at 12. You’ll see grand 19th-century homes, learn about the neighborhood’s past, and stop outside Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, which is closed to the public. Guides include Tim, Renée, Lesley, Libby, James, and Yvonne.

“Our guide Renee was just fabulous. Very informative, very interesting, all four of us enjoyed the tour very much. One star deducted for not being a small group tour as advertised. There were thirteen plus the guide, by far the largest group we saw, and it often made it difficult to get a good view.”

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New Orleans City and Cemetery Tour with Garden District Stroll - Starting in the French Quarter
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New Orleans City and Cemetery Tour with Garden District Stroll

4.New Orleans City and Cemetery Tour with Garden District Stroll

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 766 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $55

Spend about three hours crossing New Orleans by air-conditioned coach, with short walks at St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, City Park and the Garden District. Guides such as Robert, Kate and Dionne have led the tour, though your guide will vary. Beignets and drinks at Cafe du Monde cost extra; a Vue Orleans visit is available as an upgrade.

“Nice tour, saw lots, great amount at each location, clean bus, great driving and perfect guide. Would do again”

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New Orleans: Garden District Guided Walking Tour - Read the mansions as clues to the district’s past
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New Orleans: Garden District Guided Walking Tour

5.Garden District Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 514 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Spend two hours walking the Garden District’s leafy streets with an English-speaking guide. Hear how the neighborhood grew, spot antebellum-style homes and gardens, and look through the gates of Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, which is closed to the public. Guides have included James, Lesley, Renee, Jackie, and Libby. The walk ends near Magazine Street.

“Our tour guide James was exceptional. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and made our experience amazing. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to visit the Garden district.”

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New Orleans Highlights of the Garden District Walking Tour - Magazine Street sets the scene
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New Orleans Highlights of the Garden District Walking Tour

6.New Orleans Highlights of the Garden District Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 492 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $37

Walk the Garden District with a local guide from Two Chicks Walking Tours. In about two hours, you’ll hear about New Orleans history and architecture, pause at The Rink, and see Buckner Mansion, famed for its role in American Horror Story: Coven. Groups are capped at 14. Guides have included Dannal, Karen, Bonnie, and Betsy.

“This was a wonderful tour of the beautiful homes. Karen was very knowledgeable about history, architecture, and a bit of gossip. She had a great sense of humor. Loved it!”

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New Orleans Garden District Tour - Oak-lined streets make the pace part of the experience
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7.Garden District Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 480 reviews · 2 hours · from $28

Start inside the 1859 Women’s Opera Guild Home, then walk about a mile through the Garden District with an English-speaking storyteller guide. Expect ornate homes, local history, celebrity addresses and a look through the gates of Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. Guides have included Erin, Eva, Yvette, Pepe and Mikey; your assigned guide may vary.

“Great! Erin was awesome. Enjoyed the tour very much”

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Garden District Home and History Walking Tour - The guides make the stories stick
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Garden District Home and History Walking Tour

8.Garden District Home and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 470 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $26

Take a two-hour, English-language walk through New Orleans’ Garden District, starting with an interior visit to an 1859 mansion and continuing past grand homes tied to authors, actors, artists, and sports figures. Guides such as Erin, Mikey, Margo, and Pepe are known for mixing architecture and local history with humor. The group is capped at 20.

“Interesting history and lovely houses. Guide was informative and fun. Garden district is a must see in New Orleans.”

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NOLA Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Tour - What two hours and $25 get you
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NOLA Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Tour

9.NOLA Garden District and Gates of Lafayette Cemetery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 444 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $25Best value

Join a small group of up to 16 for an approximately two-hour walk through New Orleans’ Garden District. Guides such as David, Muriel, Frank, and Rob share stories about antebellum homes, local history, architecture, and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. The cemetery is closed to the public, so you’ll hear about its tombs and famous residents from outside the gates.

“It was great, he was super knowledgeable and articulate. We got to see all the best sights in the Garden District neighborhood. He kept us in the shade and he was a very easy to follow guide.”

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New Orleans French Quarter and Garden District Bike Tour - Lafayette Cemetery No. 1: a brief pause with a big subject
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New Orleans French Quarter and Garden District Bike Tour

10.New Orleans French Quarter and Garden District Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 410 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $55

Ride for about three hours through the French Quarter and Garden District with a local guide, stopping at Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. Expect a small group, a comfortable bike with a basket, bottled water, and stories about New Orleans’ founding, architecture, and famous residents. Guides have included Chip, Guy, Betsy, and Jeffrey.

“Our tour guide did an amazing job. You could tell he loved his job. Riding a bike through the garden district was beautiful.”

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New Orleans Homes of the Rich and Famous Tour of the Garden District - Starting near Lafayette Cemetery
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New Orleans Homes of the Rich and Famous Tour of the Garden District

11.New Orleans Homes of the Rich and Famous Tour of the Garden District

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 397 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

See the Garden District on a two-hour walking tour focused on historic architecture, movie locations, and homes linked to figures such as Anne Rice and Nicholas Cage. Guides including Bob, Bobby, Chase, Jet, Toast, and Drew have led tours. Expect a relaxed pace, photo stops, and some uneven sidewalks.

“My tour guide Bob B. was fantastic! We went at a good pace to see everything and walk safely (some of the sidewalks are brick and uneven). Bob was incredibly knowledgeable and had fun stories about many of the homes. Definitely recommend this tour for anyone looking to see and learn about the Garden District.”

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New Orleans Garden District Tour - Oak-lined streets make the pace part of the experience
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New Orleans Garden District Tour

12.New Orleans Garden District Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 379 reviews · from $32

Spend about two hours walking the Garden District with a local guide, tracing its plantation-to-residential past and admiring 19th-century mansions beneath live oaks. The route includes the exterior of Buckner Mansion, a stop outside Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 while it is closed to tours, and a look at Commander’s Palace. Guides named in past tours include Orion Couling and DJ.

“Great info. Casual vibe. Our guide was fun and engaging and made it a great experience all around...”

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New Orleans Garden District Architecture Tour - Lafayette Cemetery No. 1: a short look at burial customs
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New Orleans Garden District Architecture Tour

13.New Orleans Garden District Architecture Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40

Take a two-hour Garden District walk with a licensed local guide and a maximum of 14 people. You’ll study notable homes, hear about their owners and styles, stop at Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, and pass Commander's Palace. Guides vary, with Angela, Eva, Doug, Lee, and others leading tours.

“Very interesting tour of the garden district. We learned so much about the different types of houses built and who has lived in them. I also enjoyed learning about the history of the region throughout the years.”

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New Orleans Garden District Tour - Oak-lined streets make the pace part of the experience
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New Orleans Garden District Tour

14.New Orleans Garden District Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 190 reviews · from $30

Walk the Garden District for two hours with an English-speaking guide, passing antebellum mansions, Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, and Commander’s Palace. Guides such as Orion, DJ, Diane, and Scott have led the tour, sharing architecture, local history, and practical city tips. It starts and ends at Gracious Bakery on St. Charles Avenue.

“The guide, Richard was awesome, super dedicated, and with plenty of anecdotes and interesting facts to share.”

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New Orleans Garden District and Cemetery Bike Tour - Garden District: homes, stories, and local detail
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New Orleans Garden District and Cemetery Bike Tour

15.New Orleans Garden District and Cemetery Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 187 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Cycle with a local guide through the Garden District, St. Joseph Cemetery, and the Irish Channel on a two-hour to two-and-a-half-hour tour. You’ll hear how New Orleans burial customs reflect the city’s low-lying terrain, see historic homes and varied neighborhood architecture, and get a feel for districts beyond the French Quarter. Bike, helmet, water, and rain poncho are included.

“This bike ride was definitely the best part of our trip to New Orleans. Such a great way to see the beautiful neighborhoods and learn so much about the history of this amazing city. Brian was incredible, extremely open to questions, and you can really see the passion he has for his city.”

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