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Saint Louis Cemetery Tour

St. Louis Cemetery is a notable landmark in New Orleans. Uncover its mysteries and lesser-known aspects on this engaging tour!. Saint Louis Cemetery Tour.

  • 45 minutes
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St. Louis Cemetery is a notable landmark in New Orleans. Uncover its mysteries and lesser-known aspects on this engaging tour!

Saint Louis Cemetery Tour

At the designated time, we'll gather on Basin Street to commence our exploration of the adjacent St. Louis Cemetery. Upon arrival, you'll quickly understand the unique significance of this renowned burial ground.

Inside, we'll admire the numerous tombs and graves closely packed together, competing for space. This striking contrast highlights the cemetery's distinct atmosphere compared to typical North American burial places. The St. Louis Cemetery, much like New Orleans, exudes vibes from another time and place.

Throughout the guided tour, you'll visit the graves of various noteworthy and controversial figures from the city's past. Among them is the notorious Marie Laveau, whose tale as a voodoo queen will certainly captivate you. Interestingly, you’ll also find Nicolas Cage's tomb here, where the actor has constructed a pyramid-shaped mausoleum as his final resting place. Your guide will share all the intriguing details during the tour!

Our adventure, filled with the rich history of New Orleans, will conclude after 45 minutes of exploring tales behind every tomb.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

In this tour, you will embark on a fascinating journey through St. Louis Cemetery, led by a local guide.

Included
Guided tour of St. Louis CemeteryKnowledgeable local guide

Not Included
GratuitiesFood and beverages

Meeting Point

The tour begins at Basin Street.

Included

  • English–speaking guide

Tips

  • Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. An accompanying person is required.

Location

Activity location

Basin St. Station, 501 Basin St, New Orleans, LA 70112, United States

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