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For a local, off the beaten path
As a local, I enjoyed the opportunity that, for me, was a lesser-known cemetery. It was great to be present there and learn the history and current-day usage.
St. Roch Cemetery Walking Tour by Save Our Cemeteries
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $25 / person
- Location
- New Orleans, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 15 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 16
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Save Our Cemeteries
- Meeting point
- The guide will meet you at the front gate on St. Roch Ave.
Description
As a department of the Preservation Resource Center, Save Our Cemeteries is the only non-profit tour operator directly supporting restoration, education, and advocacy in New Orleans cemeteries. Now is your chance to tour one of the least visited but most popular cemeteries in New Orleans. St. Roch Cemetery, founded in 1874, was established by the Rev. Peter Leonard Thevis. According to legend, during the deadly outbreak of yellow fever in 1868, Rev. Thevis prayed to St. Roch, the Patron Saint of Good Health, and vowed to build a chapel to the Saint if his congregation was spared. When no one died, a shrine and a chapel were built. The locals continued to revere St. Roch for graces of welfare and remission. For decades, believers left their polio braces, glass eyes, dental plates, and other parts of their prosthetic selves when their health recovered. These are on view in the chapel which is ONLY open on the first Friday of each month from 11:00 am to noon.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Fri
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Nov 6
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $25
- Child (ages 6–12)
- $13
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St. Roch Cemetery, founded in 1874, was established by the Rev. Peter Leonard Thevis. According to legend, during the deadly outbreak of yellow fever in 1868, Rev. Thevis prayed to St. Roch, the Patron Saint of Good Health, and vowed to build a chapel to the Saint if his congregation was spared. When no one died, a shrine and a chapel were built. St. Roch Cemetery is unique in that it has the Stations of the Cross depicted with statuary carved in Italy by the workshop of Italian sculptor Enrico Arrighini. An annual procession of the 14 stations is still celebrated every year on Good Friday.
What's included
Included
All Fees Included
1.5 Hour Cemetery Tour
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
15 reviews
How it compares in New Orleans
- Rated higher than 78% of 365 reviewed tours in New Orleans
- Starting price $25 is 37% below the typical $40 for tours of similar length in New Orleans
Excurgo comparison of 705 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does St. Roch Cemetery Walking Tour by Save Our Cemeteries take?
St. Roch Cemetery Walking Tour by Save Our Cemeteries lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does St. Roch Cemetery Walking Tour by Save Our Cemeteries cost?
Prices start at $25 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.
What days does St. Roch Cemetery Walking Tour by Save Our Cemeteries run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Fridays, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does St. Roch Cemetery Walking Tour by Save Our Cemeteries cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay from $13, adults from $25.
Can I cancel St. Roch Cemetery Walking Tour by Save Our Cemeteries 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 The guide will meet you at the front gate on St. Roch Ave. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is St. Roch Cemetery Walking Tour by Save Our Cemeteries 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 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(15)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Unique and deep full meaning
A very unique experience to be able to understand the history and stories of our family cemetery. A special thinks to these organization that is gone and beyond the duty to help not preserve our cemeteries, but tell about them.
5
Wondering time.
What a wonderful experience! Our tour guide Dana was full of knowledge, we had a lovely time walking around and learning about different tombs. It was especially exciting to go into the chapel and learn about Saint Roch and all the people who still leave offering to this day!
J
Demystifying St. Roch Cemetary
Dana was a pleasant and thorough guide. Her tour showed us many facets of information, ranging from architectural to historical and highlighting the influences and reasons for each point discussed. She was great about answering questions and had a deep knowledge and history with the subject. The mood was light but respectful which was nice given the subject of the tour.
S
Wonderful, Respectful, and Thoughtful Experience at St.Roch
Previous to this tour, I wouldn’t consider myself an avid Cemetery Tour Gal. However, my tour guide Dana completely won me over today! She is clearly well educated in St. Roch Cemetery history, and her bubbly personality is infectious! The tour was around fifteen people, which I thought was a good, manageable size. I went on the 10 am tour and it was the perfect time and weather; There wasn’t a cloud in the sky! We took a tour of the outer tombs first, and then went into the St. Roch chapel. The whole tour was fascinating and in depth, while also being mindful and respectful to the passed loved ones’ burials. I would recommend this tour. No negatives. Perfect length, great guide, loved my group, and would definitely go to another Save our Cemeteries Tour.
J
Dana was great
Dana, my guide was both knowledgeable and wonderfully friendly. It felt like touring the grounds with an old friend.
K
Will book with save our cemeteries again.
Amazing. The cemetery is so beautiful and the guide was very knowledgeable. The shrine in the chapel is very moving.
N
Don’t miss out!
Cemetery was beautiful and our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely recommend!
R
Roch
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and had great people skills. We were happy with our experience.
3
Highly Recommended
Our tour was amazing and our guide Liz Reed was adorable, and informative and so patient awhile my friend and I took hundreds of photos in the St Roch chapel!!! Highly recommend the tour and I’d you can request Liz I encourage you to!!!
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