New Orleans: Cemetery Tour
ID: GYG16682-16682
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Country: United States
Country: United States
Duration: 02:00 hours
Description
Experience the legendary above-ground tombs in New Orleans, see historic tombs and the burial places of famous - and infamous - residents. Your guide will show you the mysterious world of the cities of the dead.
This 2-hour walking tour takes you inside the walls of New Orleans’ oldest and most interesting burial grounds. In the company of a local guide, you’ll explore the ancient maze of above-ground tombs and learn about fascinating local burial practices.
After meeting your guide at the Morning Call Coffee Shop, you’ll walk to the cemetery to explore curiosities and hear tales of some of the city’s personalities. You’ll see the final resting place of many of New Orleans’ most notable celebrities.
On this tour that’s been recommended by the Travel Channel, A&E, and the History Channel, you’ll learn the history of voodoo and its connection to the French Quarter on a journey back through time.
This 2-hour walking tour takes you inside the walls of New Orleans’ oldest and most interesting burial grounds. In the company of a local guide, you’ll explore the ancient maze of above-ground tombs and learn about fascinating local burial practices.
After meeting your guide at the Morning Call Coffee Shop, you’ll walk to the cemetery to explore curiosities and hear tales of some of the city’s personalities. You’ll see the final resting place of many of New Orleans’ most notable celebrities.
On this tour that’s been recommended by the Travel Channel, A&E, and the History Channel, you’ll learn the history of voodoo and its connection to the French Quarter on a journey back through time.
Highlights
- Journey back in time and learn about New Orlean's connection with voodoo
- Visit the above ground tombs New Orleans calls the "cities of the dead"
- Visit several cemeteries, learn about their history, and discover famous tombs
- Experience a cemetary tour recommended by the Travel and History Channels
- Learn why New Orleans buries its dead above ground
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Tours operate rain or shine, umbrellas or ponchos recommended
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Meet your guide at Morning Call Coffee Shop at 5101 Canal Blvd.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Meet your guide at Morning Call Coffee Shop at 5101 Canal Blvd.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.