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Fantastic
Fantastic walking tour through the garden district. Mikey, our tour guide, was very friendly and engaging. Highly recommended!
Garden District Home and History Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $26 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 554 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Meeting at the New Orleans Opera Guild Home (also known as the Women's Guild Home)
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in New Orleans
Description
Join the only company to take you inside one of the stunning Mansions located in the heart of the Garden District. Begin your tour and meet your guide at the Women's Opera Guild Home located at 2504 Prytania Street followed by a leisurely stroll through the world famous Garden District neighborhood of New Orleans. See the stomping grounds of authors, poets, movie stars, artists, and sports legends such as Anne Rice, John Goodman, and Archie Manning. Enjoy the towering Southern Live Oak trees, magnificent Crepe Myrtles, and the stunning Magnolias that some have said make walking through the neighborhood akin to walking through a fairy tale. Learn the deep and rich history of the area and how it fits into the overall story of New Orleans including the jealousy and mistrust that led to the 'new money' of the 'garish' Americans trying to show up the splendor and glory of the 'old money' Europeans on the other side of town.
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will enter and explore a stunning Greek Revival Italianate Mansion built in 1859 and keep in 18th Century finery including incredible art and antiques.
Stunning Garden District Mansions Homes of Sandra Bullock, Anne Rice, John Goodman, Archie Manning and more! Fully narrated tour guided by a Master Story Teller
Highlights
Professional guide
tax included
What's included
Included
Professional guide
tax included
Not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuity
Traveller Ratings
4.9
554 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wheelchairs can join for the majority of the tour but the first 15 minutes in the Opera Home are not accessable due to the historic nature of the property.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garden District Home and History Walking Tour take?
Garden District Home and History Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Garden District Home and History Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $26 per person for this New Orleans experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Garden District Home and History Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meeting at the New Orleans Opera Guild Home (also known as the Women's Guild Home). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Garden District Home and History Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchairs can join for the majority of the tour but the first 15 minutes in the Opera Home are not accessable due to the historic nature of the property.
Reviews(554)
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Great tour!!
Erin was the best. Very informative and enthusiastic. You can tell she loves her job.
D
Aaron was knowledgeable and funny..interactive and interesting tour and time flew by so fast
Aaron was awesome. Tour was fun.
Q
Awesome
Erin was awesome! She was super knowledgeable and funny. The tour was great too.
S
Amazing tour!!
Erin was fantastic!! Super informative tour and fun to listen to her.
C
Excellent
Erin was everything you want a tour guide to be
K
Beautiful and informative walking tour!
The tour was wonderful! So much beautiful architecture and many beautiful neighborhood areas. The guide, Mikey, was great. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. I feel like I learned a lot about the area while on the tour. I would definitely recommend.
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Fabulous tour in the Garden District with Erin!!
This was the best tour I’ve been on in a while!! Erin is very knowledgeable and made learning about the Garden District and New Orleans so interesting. She was able to answer all our questions and was very enthusiastic! Thank you, Erin!!
T
Margot.. Great tour!
Margot was a great tour guide and had abundance architectural knowledge with a personal touch. I recommend having her to guide your tour.
T
Garden District- Great Tour
Erin was an amazing guide. She had so much knowledge and passion for the subject. She made sure we were comfortable along the way and we really had a great time. I highly recommend her tour.
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