New Orleans Historic Cemetery Walking Tour of St. Patrick Cemeteries and Katrina Memorial
by Witches Brew Tours
Overview
This walking tour covers three significant cemeteries in New Orleans, focusing on the city’s burial practices and history. It begins with a 30-minute visit to St. Patrick Cemetery #2, where the guide explains local cemetery customs and the cultural importance of burial traditions. The tour then continues for about an hour through cemeteries near City Park in the Mid-City area, providing a broader view of the region’s above-ground tombs. The final stop is the Katrina Memorial at Charity Hospital Cemetery, visited for approximately 20 minutes, where the guide recounts stories of those who died from Yellow Fever, hurricanes, and other causes. The entire tour lasts roughly two hours and is led by a master storyteller. Participants can bring their own drinks, as beverages are not provided.
Highlights
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Itinerary
St. Patrick Cemetery
The tour begins with a 30-minute walk through St. Patrick Cemetery #2, focusing on the customs and culture surrounding burial practices at this site.
30 min
Mid-City
Guests spend about an hour exploring cemeteries located near City Park in the Mid-City neighborhood, observing various above-ground tombs and burial sites.
60 min
Katrina National Memorial Foundation
The final 20-minute stop is at the Katrina Memorial within Charity Hospital Cemetery, where stories are shared about those who died from Yellow Fever, hurricanes, and other events.
20 min
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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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