New Orleans City and Cemetery Tour with Garden District Stroll
by Gray Line New Orleans
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This three-hour tour in New Orleans combines a motorcoach city ride with stops at key locations around the city. The tour begins with a coach ride through the French Quarter, where guests see the historic streets and distinctive architecture. The route continues to Jackson Square, home to the Cabildo and Presbytere museums, before visiting one of the city’s above-ground cemeteries to learn about its unique burial methods and local stories of voodoo and piracy along Bayou St John. Guests have about 15 minutes to walk around the cemetery and take photos, or they may stay on the bus. The tour then stops at City Park, one of the largest urban parks in the U.S., where guests can take photos and purchase beignets and coffee or tea at their own expense. Afterward, the coach travels along the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain, passing landmarks such as a post-Katrina pumping station, seafood restaurants, a marina, and a historic lighthouse with views of the 24-mile Causeway Bridge. Next, the tour continues along St. Charles Avenue, passing Audubon Park, mansions, churches, and the campuses of Loyola and Tulane Universities. Guests disembark for a guided 25-minute stroll through the Garden District, a well-preserved residential area known for its mansions and tree-lined streets. The tour concludes back in the French Quarter. If the upgrade option is selected, admission to Vue Orleans, a 360° indoor and outdoor observatory deck with interactive exhibits and city views, is included, and the drop-off point is at Vue Orleans instead of the original departure location.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
French Quarter and City Overview
The tour starts with a coach ride providing a broad view of New Orleans, nicknamed ‘The City That Care Forgot.’ Guests see the French Quarter, known for its historic streets and lively atmosphere.
Jackson Square and Historic Cemetery
The tour proceeds to Jackson Square, location of the Cabildo and Presbytere museums. Guests visit a historic above-ground cemetery, one of New Orleans’ ‘Cities of the Dead,’ learning about its unique burial practices and hearing stories of voodoo and piracy linked to Bayou St John.
Above-Ground Cemetery Exploration
Guests have approximately 15 minutes to explore the cemetery grounds and take photographs. Those who prefer may remain on the bus during this stop.
15 min
City Park Stop
The coach stops at City Park, one of the largest urban parks in the United States. Guests have around 20 minutes for photos and may purchase beignets and coffee or tea at their own cost.
20 min
Drive Along Lake Pontchartrain Shore
Travel along the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain, passing a post-Katrina pumping station, seafood restaurants, a marina, and a historic lighthouse. The 24-mile Causeway Bridge is visible in the distance. Lake Pontchartrain is actually one of the largest brackish estuaries in North America, covering 630 square miles (1600 km2), fed by fresh water rivers and connected to the Gulf of Mexico.
Garden District Stroll on St. Charles Avenue
The route proceeds along St. Charles Avenue, home to Audubon Park, elegant mansions, churches, and universities including Loyola and Tulane. Guests take a guided 25-minute walk through the Garden District, a well-preserved residential neighborhood.
25 min
St. Charles Streetcar Line Area
The tour highlights the St. Charles Streetcar Line and the numerous mansions lining this tree-lined boulevard through the uptown section.
View of Tulane and Loyola Universities
Guests see both Tulane University and Loyola University campuses across from Audubon Park during the route.
Audubon Zoo Vicinity
The coach passes near Audubon Zoo, which is ranked among the top five zoos in the nation.
Vue Orleans Observatory (If Upgrade Selected)
If the upgrade is chosen, the tour includes admission to Vue Orleans, a 360-degree indoor and outdoor observatory deck with interactive cultural exhibits and city views. The bus drops guests off here at the end of the tour instead of returning to the original departure point.
Return to French Quarter
The tour ends at the original departure point in the French Quarter. Guests are encouraged to consider a Mississippi River cruise aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ or Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS.
Meeting point
Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River, just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Please arrive 15 minutes before tour departure.
End point
Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River, just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Please arrive 15 minutes before tour departure.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
New Orleans City and Cemetery Tour with Garden District Stroll
by Gray Line New Orleans
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$93.50Overview
This three-hour tour in New Orleans combines a motorcoach city ride with stops at key locations around the city. The tour begins with a coach ride through the French Quarter, where guests see the historic streets and distinctive architecture. The route continues to Jackson Square, home to the Cabildo and Presbytere museums, before visiting one of the city’s above-ground cemeteries to learn about its unique burial methods and local stories of voodoo and piracy along Bayou St John. Guests have about 15 minutes to walk around the cemetery and take photos, or they may stay on the bus. The tour then stops at City Park, one of the largest urban parks in the U.S., where guests can take photos and purchase beignets and coffee or tea at their own expense. Afterward, the coach travels along the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain, passing landmarks such as a post-Katrina pumping station, seafood restaurants, a marina, and a historic lighthouse with views of the 24-mile Causeway Bridge. Next, the tour continues along St. Charles Avenue, passing Audubon Park, mansions, churches, and the campuses of Loyola and Tulane Universities. Guests disembark for a guided 25-minute stroll through the Garden District, a well-preserved residential area known for its mansions and tree-lined streets. The tour concludes back in the French Quarter. If the upgrade option is selected, admission to Vue Orleans, a 360° indoor and outdoor observatory deck with interactive exhibits and city views, is included, and the drop-off point is at Vue Orleans instead of the original departure location.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
French Quarter and City Overview
The tour starts with a coach ride providing a broad view of New Orleans, nicknamed ‘The City That Care Forgot.’ Guests see the French Quarter, known for its historic streets and lively atmosphere.
Jackson Square and Historic Cemetery
The tour proceeds to Jackson Square, location of the Cabildo and Presbytere museums. Guests visit a historic above-ground cemetery, one of New Orleans’ ‘Cities of the Dead,’ learning about its unique burial practices and hearing stories of voodoo and piracy linked to Bayou St John.
Above-Ground Cemetery Exploration
Guests have approximately 15 minutes to explore the cemetery grounds and take photographs. Those who prefer may remain on the bus during this stop.
15 min
City Park Stop
The coach stops at City Park, one of the largest urban parks in the United States. Guests have around 20 minutes for photos and may purchase beignets and coffee or tea at their own cost.
20 min
Drive Along Lake Pontchartrain Shore
Travel along the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain, passing a post-Katrina pumping station, seafood restaurants, a marina, and a historic lighthouse. The 24-mile Causeway Bridge is visible in the distance. Lake Pontchartrain is actually one of the largest brackish estuaries in North America, covering 630 square miles (1600 km2), fed by fresh water rivers and connected to the Gulf of Mexico.
Garden District Stroll on St. Charles Avenue
The route proceeds along St. Charles Avenue, home to Audubon Park, elegant mansions, churches, and universities including Loyola and Tulane. Guests take a guided 25-minute walk through the Garden District, a well-preserved residential neighborhood.
25 min
St. Charles Streetcar Line Area
The tour highlights the St. Charles Streetcar Line and the numerous mansions lining this tree-lined boulevard through the uptown section.
View of Tulane and Loyola Universities
Guests see both Tulane University and Loyola University campuses across from Audubon Park during the route.
Audubon Zoo Vicinity
The coach passes near Audubon Zoo, which is ranked among the top five zoos in the nation.
Vue Orleans Observatory (If Upgrade Selected)
If the upgrade is chosen, the tour includes admission to Vue Orleans, a 360-degree indoor and outdoor observatory deck with interactive cultural exhibits and city views. The bus drops guests off here at the end of the tour instead of returning to the original departure point.
Return to French Quarter
The tour ends at the original departure point in the French Quarter. Guests are encouraged to consider a Mississippi River cruise aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ or Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS.
Meeting point
Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River, just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Please arrive 15 minutes before tour departure.
End point
Departs from the Gray Line Lighthouse Ticket Office at Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River, just one block from Jackson Square in the French Quarter. Please arrive 15 minutes before tour departure.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.