St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

New Orleans, US
88% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (2768 reviews)

Highlights

  • Explore the historic St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
  • Visit the tombs of famous historical figures
  • Learn about the fascinating history of New Orleans
  • Walk through the beautiful paths between the tombs
  • Experience the unique atmosphere of the cemetery

Meeting Point

Enter Basin St. Station Visitor Information Center to find our Cemetery Tours Desk & Team! Walking distance from the French Quarter, hop off City Sightseeing Double-Decker at stop 5, or drive and park in the adjacent parking lot, available to the public for hourly, daily, and overnight rates.

Meeting point

501 Basin St, New Orleans, LA 70112 , United States

End point

End Point

Enter Basin St. Station Visitor Information Center to find our Cemetery Tours Desk & Team! Walking distance from the French Quarter, hop off City Sightseeing Double-Decker at stop 5, or drive and park in the adjacent parking lot, available to the public for hourly, daily, and overnight rates.

Meeting point

501 Basin St, New Orleans, LA 70112 , United States

End point

What to expect

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Basin St. Station

Tour gathers and departs from inside of Basin St. Station. Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to tour time to collect your tickets and tour stickers and to be prepared for a timely tour departure. Basin St. Station is a lovely visitors center where you will find a wide array of exhibits about New Orleans, an interactive map about Hurricane Katrina floodwaters, a Cafe, pristine restrooms, a gift shop, and more.

Duration 10 minutes
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St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

At the time of your tour departure, your tour guide will greet you at the Cemetery Tour Desk inside of Basin St. Station. Your tour will begin promptly with a short walk across the street, up to the front gates of the Cemetery. Step inside the gates for your in-depth tour of historic St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.

Duration 45 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Basin St. Station

What our experts say

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    Visit nearby Café du Monde for beignets.
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    Arrive 10-15 mins early to check in.
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    Check out exhibits at Basin St. Station.
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    Don't forget your camera for unique tombs.
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    Consider a guided tour for deeper insights.

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