St Louis Cemetery No. 1 Walking Tour

Explore St. Louis Cemetery Number 1, New Orleans oldest cemetery and site of the famous tomb of Voodoo Priestess Marie Laveau! This escorted tour takes visitors through one of the great Cities Of the Dead. Tombs and vaults stand tall in French and Spanish traditions. Elaborate family tombs, economic wall vaults, and society mausoleums are all clustered throughout the meandering walkways and passages. As the final resting place of many historical figures, this tour is rich with enchanting stories and fascinating burial traditions of old New Orleans.

TOUR MEETING LOCATION

This tour meets at the lobby of Basin St. Station Visitor Center located at 501 Basin Street. Reservations are limited space – first-come, first-serve.

COST

• Tour sizes are limited. Seasonal prices vary by day. For the best available rate, booking in advance is recommended.

AVAILABILITY

• Tours depart every 15 minutes from 9:00am – 4:00pm
• Catholic Holidays 9:15am, 10:15am, 11:15am
• Tours do not operate on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or Mardi Gras Day.
• Tour Duration: 45 minutes
• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time to check in with your guide.

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1