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Braddish Johnson's lavish second home was home to a Rex king, and is now the McGehee School.
The carriage house for Joseph Carroll's mansion.
Garden District Small-Group Walking Tour
We'll discuss the cultures which formed the Garden District's early population, and gave the architecture and history a very different character from the French Quarter.
We'll discuss the history of Lafayette Cemetery and the period of brutal epidemics that filled the rows of tombs you see today.

Garden District Secrets and Scandals Tour

By Spectral City Tours
5 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is $30 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

See the gorgeous architecture and lush tropical gardens of the Garden District, as we peer behind the curtain and find the secrets, scandals, and other fascinating history, only whispered about behind closed doors.

» Fun extras like images of the real characters, a polaroid of your group

» Break for coffee and refreshments at the Rink mall – a historic roller skating rink

» Small groups, 15 guest max

» Fun guides who bring the history to life

Hear the history of gamblers, adventurers, corrupt politicians, con artists, and which rock star wasn't invited back. See filming locations & the homes of movie stars and other celebrities.

We'll see the architecture, discussing the popular styles in the neighborhood's growth, and many unusual homes as well! We'll end at the largest home in the neighborhood – also a site from the Coven season of American Horror Story.

Enjoy this gorgeous neighborhood, and take home a piece of New Orleans you won't forget!

Activity location

  • Lafayette Cemetery No.1
    • Washington Ave
    • 70130, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 1332 Washington Ave
    • 1332 Washington Avenue
    • 70130, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

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Garden District Secrets and Scandals Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h2h
  • English

See the gorgeous architecture and lush tropical gardens of the Garden District, as we peer behind the curtain and find the secrets, scandals, and other fascinating history, only whispered about behind closed doors.

» Fun extras like images of the real characters, a polaroid of your group

» Break for coffee and refreshments at the Rink mall – a historic roller skating rink

» Small groups, 15 guest max

» Fun guides who bring the history to life

Hear the history of gamblers, adventurers, corrupt politicians, con artists, and which rock star wasn't invited back. See filming locations & the homes of movie stars and other celebrities.

We'll see the architecture, discussing the popular styles in the neighborhood's growth, and many unusual homes as well! We'll end at the largest home in the neighborhood – also a site from the Coven season of American Horror Story.

Enjoy this gorgeous neighborhood, and take home a piece of New Orleans you won't forget!

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:30am
Price details
$30.00 x 1 Adult$30.00
Total
Price is $30.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish guide

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Lafayette Cemetery No.1
  • 25m
[cemetery is presently closed by the city, so we'll talk about its history and see the tombs from the gate] First take a walk through New Orleans' historic Lafayette Cemetery and learn about the founding of our city, our unique burial practices, famous locals interred here, and our strong French and Catholic influence. You'll even discover the film locations of Hollywood blockbusters such as Interview with the Vampire and Double Jeopardy, both of which had iconic scenes filmed here!
Garden District
  • 1h
After your refreshing break our group will venture out into the gorgeous Garden District where you might even catch a glimpse of a celebrity! The beautiful antebellum homes will take your breath away, and the stories that accompany them are always entertaining and sometimes even shocking. This tour is a wonderful change of pace from the French Quarter crowds, and will give you a fun and interactive historical experience you will never forget​.
Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera
  • 5m
We will see the Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera, used as a production office for Jaime Foxx movie Django Unchained, directed by Quinten Tarantino.
Magazine Street (Pass by)
End near Magazine Street, New Orleans' best uptown street for shopping, food, art galleries, and more!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESLafayette Cemetery No.1
    • Washington Ave
    • 70130, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE1332 Washington Ave
    • 1332 Washington Avenue
    • 70130, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

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