Discover 3 of New Orleans' most important cemeteries on a tour with a local guide. Visit the St. Patrick Cemeteries #1 and #2, and Charity Hospital Cemetery.

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Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Marvel at the beautiful old tombs in The Masonic Cemetery #1
Learn about New Orleans' unique burial customs from your expert guide
Wander through the maze-like tombs in St. Patrick Cemetery #2
Pay your respects to the victims of Yellow Fever at the Katrina Memorial

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Join a local guide for a walking tour through 3 of New Orleans’ hallowed historical cemeteries. Follow your guide through the maze of above-ground tombs in Masonic Cemetery #1, St. Patrick Cemetery #2, and the Katrina Memorial at Charity Hospital Cemetery.

During your tour, learn more about New Orleans' unique burial customs and traditions. Discover the history of the Masons at the Masonic Cemetery #1 and see unique tombs. In St. Patrick Cemetery #2, learn about New Orleans' connection to the Irish immigrants. Finally, arrive at Charity Hospital Cemetery where you will learn about the thousands of people buried in the graveyard behind the Katrina Memorial.

Includes

Walking tour inside 3 cemeteries
Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Tips

Not suitable for

People with low level of fitness

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Meeting point

Meet your guide at G's Pizza on Bienville Street.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Water

Not allowed

Pets
Video recording

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Tours take place rain or shine
This tour involves a substantial amount of walking
Tours are subject to cancelation due to poor weather conditions or minimum numbers not being met

New Orleans: Cemeteries Insiders Walking Tour

New Orleans: Cemeteries Insiders Walking Tour

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