New Orleans Trip Overview
Discover the history of New Orleans through its architecture! On this 2-hour Garden District tour, you’ll learn about Antebellum New Orleans while admiring the exquisite mansions. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with a passionate, professional guide to explore the many building styles prevalent in this neighborhood, ranging from Greek Revival, Italianate, and Victorian. Hear the stories of the 19th century architects and families who made their mark on this historic area, and see the homes of former and current celebrities.
Also included in this tour is a short stop into Lafayette Cemetery where visitors learn about the fascinating local above-ground burial customs. Starting with a brief introduction to the history of New Orleans Cemeteries, visitors will be treated to a discussion of the various styles and types of tombs seen in this cemetery. Your group will be no more than 25 people. Choose between 3 different departures, please see availability.
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: New Orleans, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Discover the history of New Orleans through its architecture! On this 2-hour Garden District tour, you’ll learn about Antebellum New Orleans while admiring the exquisite mansions. Enjoy a leisurely stroll with a passionate, professional guide to explore the many building styles prevalent in this neighborhood, ranging from Greek Revival, Italianate, and Victorian. Hear the stories of the 19th century architects and families who made their mark on this historic area, and see the homes of former and current celebrities.
Also included in this tour is a short stop into Lafayette Cemetery where visitors learn about the fascinating local above-ground burial customs. Starting with a brief introduction to the history of New Orleans Cemeteries, visitors will be treated to a discussion of the various styles and types of tombs seen in this cemetery. Your group will be no more than 25 people. Choose between 3 different departures, please see availability.
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
