New Orleans Garden District Grandeur Walking Tour

2 h
By walk
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Stop At: Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA

The adventure starts on famous Magazine Street, known for its amazing shopping and dining options. Your friendly and knowledgeable guide will start the tour outside of a great place for a pre-tour snack (at own expense). Learn about the history of the Louisiana Purchase and how it affected the area.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Garden District, St Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130-5968

The first stop of the day will be on First Street, to the address where Jefferson Davis died. Civil War history is delivered through the lens of the Garden District. Then, continue on to the Brevard-Rice Mansion, the former home of well-known author Anne Rice. Next up is the picturesque Buckner mansion and the former home of Peyton and Eli Manning. Continue wandering to the Opera Guild House, Colonel Short’s Villa, the fictional Benjamin Button’s house and the home of actress Sandra Bullock.

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Stop At: The Rink Shopping Center, 2727 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Upon arriving at The Rink, take a break and relax with a frozen lemonade or iced coffee (at own expense). Restrooms are available here, and there is also a popular bookstore and gift shop that’s great for browsing.

Duration: 15 minutes

Included
  • Professional guide
  • NOTE: access to Lafayette cemetery is not guaranteed Feb 23-March 3 due to carnival celebrations
Not included
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Dress code is smart-casual
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Features
Tourism
90% Cultural
80% Original
35% Sport
25%
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