After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

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45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

A New Orleans First - After-Dark St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Night Tour!
Become immersed in the deep cultural traditions and mysterious beauty of the New Orleans' oldest extant cemetery.

Follow your expert guide through the shadows of the past as you encounter the final resting places of famed residents like Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau and civil rights legend Homer Plessy. Walk among the elegant Greek Revival architecture and marvel at the stately society tombs of New Orleans’ crème de la crème.

This is not a ghost tour. It’s a reverent walk through history, culture, and tradition, where every tomb tells a story of New Orleans' past. Ideal for curious minds, history lovers, and anyone seeking a memorable New Orleans experience in a whole new light - under a canopy of stars and lanterns.

Our 45-minute walking tours depart every Saturday (some Fridays) from the historic Basin St. Station Visitor Center (501 Basin Street) from 7:45pm, 8:00pm, 8:15pm, 8:45pm, 9:00pm, 9:15pm.

What's Included

Local guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Food and drinks
The listed price does not include parking. Independent Parking Lot located next door provides affordable parking for cars.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Hop On Hop Off: Stop 5

Enter the Lobby of Basin St. Station Visitor Information Center to check-in for your Tour! Our Ticket Agent is in the rear of the building, toward the corner of Basin & St. Louis. Public Parking is available in an adjacent Parking Lot for a fee. Please follow directions on the machines in the lot.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 45 minutes (approximately)
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    Basin St. Station

    Basin St. Station Visitor Center is open to visitors for After-Dark Cemetery Tours from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. After checking in for your tour, enjoy the unique New Orleans exhibits, visitor information provided, Streetcar Gift Shop, pristine restrooms, and ample seating.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
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    St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

    Step beyond the gates of New Orleans’ most famous resting place - after the sun goes down. On this exclusive After Dark St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Tour, travelers are guided through the hauntingly beautiful labyrinth of above-ground tombs, legendary family vaults, and winding passageways under the glow of lantern light. Your expert guide will bring to life the stories of those interred here, from the city’s early Creole families to famous figures like Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau. Along the way, guests will uncover the history, traditions, and mysteries that make this “City of the Dead” one of the most fascinating places in the world.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Basin St. Station

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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Seasonal
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Cancellation Policy

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

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