GARDEN DISTRICT / LAFAYETTE CEMETERY #1 TOUR
ID: GYG858711-1355262
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore one of the world’s most dazzling residential neighborhoods, the Garden District, with knowledgeable and entertaining guides.
Experience the architectural splendor of the live oak-tree lined “American” sector of town and examine the antebellum era “Creole vs. American” conflict on this fascinating Garden District tour, where the streets are open-air museums. Witness how history and culture are reflected in the use of architectural styles including Greek Revival, Italianate, Gothic, Georgian, Swiss Chalet, Queen Anne and more.
Highlights of this walking tour include the St. Charles Avenue Streetcar; the former or current homes of Archie, Peyton, & Eli Manning, Anne Rice, Trent Reznor, Nicolas Cage, Zion William’s mother and John Goodman; the Cornstalk Fence House; the death site of Jefferson Davis; the film site of Brad Pitt’s “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button;” the Buckner Mansion, also known as “Miss Robichaux’s Academy for Exceptional Young Ladies” from AMERICAN HORROR STORY, and more.
Highlights
- St. Charles Avenue Streetcar
- Anne Rice, Trent Reznor, Nicolas Cage, Zion William’s mother and John Goodman
- Get to know film site of Brad Pitt’s “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button;
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
MEETING LOCATION:
Inside THE GARDEN DISTRICT BOOK SHOP 2727 Prytania Street in The Rink at the corner of Washington and Prytania. From the French Quarter, ride the historic Saint Charles Streetcar from Canal and Carondelet. Board the Streetcar at least 30 minutes before tour time. Exit at Washington Avenue.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
