New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour

4.9
(164 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join us on a journey through three of New Orleans’ hallowed cemeteries. On this tour, your master storyteller will lead you through the maze of above-ground tombs in St. Patrick # 1, St. Patrick Cemetery #2, and the Katrina Memorial at Charity Hospital Cemetery.

From burial customs and traditions- to the history of the Masons and Catholics in New Orleans- to the deaths of the thousands buried in the graveyard behind the Katrina Memorial, this tour will leave you with feelings of trepidation and excitement, as well as with a reverence for our city’s incredible history.

This is a narrated 1.5 to 2 hour walking tour. You may bring your own beverages!

What's Included

Guided walking tour with a master storyteller
Drinks are not included but you may bring your own

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet at G's Pizza on Bienville Street and walk through the cemeteries from there.

End point

Tour ends near Charity Hospital Cemetery on Canal Street.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We walk our guests through St. Patrick Cemetery #2, offering a deep dive into cemetery and burial culture.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Mid-City

    Explore cemeteries near City Park.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Hurricane Katrina Memorial

    Visit the Katrina Memorial at Charity Hospital Cemetery and hear the tales of those lost to Yellow Fever, hurricanes, and more.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • While we do our best to accommodate all guests with mobility issues, the conditions of the terrain in historic New Orleans present challenges. Please book accordingly.
Supplied by Witches Brew Tours

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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ghost Tours
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Small Group
Excellent Quality
Carnival
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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