Cemetery Walking Tour with Nola Tour Guy in New Orleans
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; primarily an easy-paced walking tour
Overview
Discover New Orleans through an immersive stroll with Nola Tour Guy’s free cemetery walking tour. Walk Bayou St. John and explore the haunting beauty of St. Louis Cemetery #3 while uncovering the city’s hidden stories.
Free Cemetery Walking Tour
Free Walking Tour - 1 Hour - Maximum 6 people per booking
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About This Adventure
Experience New Orleans like never before with Nola Tour Guy's unique "pay what you feel" cemetery tour. Explore the enchanting Bayou St. John and the historic St. Louis Cemetery #3, uncovering captivating stories and architecture. This hour-long adventure promises a memorable glimpse into the city's rich history and culture.
Nola Tour Guy is proud to offer New Orleans' only FREE! "pay what you feel" cemetery tour. It is the best deal in the city!
Join us as we traverse Bayou St. John, one of the city's oldest neighborhoods, as well as the mysterious city of the dead, St. Louis Cemetery #3. This tour is riddled with unique architectures, histories and landscapes found nowhere else in the world.
We are excited to share this amazing part of New Orleans through our entertaining and comprehensive hour-long tour. Follow us back in history as we walk the city's oldest road which houses the city's most historic plantation house, as well as, the site of New Orleans' largest Voodoo ritual conducted by Marie Laveau II. This unique landscape sits off Esplanade Avenue, the "Creole St. Charles", and is nestled between City Park, which holds the largest grove of old growth live oaks, and the Fairgrounds, home of New Orleans' Jazz Fest.
The Bayou St John and St. Louis Cemetery #3 Tour is easily accessible by streetcar, ride-share and bike. Don't leave town without experiencing this one of a kind neighborhood and cemetery. Please use the link below to reserve your free tour today. We look forward to seeing you on the tour!
Mark Twain famously referred to New Orleans cemeteries as “cities of the dead” and they are a must see for anyone visiting New Orleans. Nola Tour Guy offers Free Walking Tours of one of New Orleans oldest cemetery. St Louis #3 located in the beautiful Bayou St. John Neighborhood.
It rains something like 200 days of the year in New Orleans so we recommend packing an umbrella or a rain poncho on your tour!
St. Louis #3 Lacks shade, please plan accordingly
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Duration
1 Hour
About
A tour of St Louis #3 Cemetery.
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour involves a continuous hour of walking over uneven surfaces; sturdy shoes help you stay comfortable.
Bring sun protection
St. Louis Cemetery #3 offers limited shade, so pack a hat and sunscreen, especially on sunny days.
Plan for occasional rain
New Orleans can rain frequently—carry a compact umbrella or rain poncho to stay dry without interrupting the tour.
Book early to secure your spot
Tours limit bookings to six people for an intimate experience; reserve ahead to ensure availability.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great egrets and herons near Bayou St. John
- Squirrels among the cemetery oaks
History
St. Louis Cemetery #3 is a rare example of New Orleans’ unique burial traditions with above-ground tombs reflecting the city’s cultural melting pot and Voodoo heritage.
Conservation
Efforts to preserve the cemetery’s fragile tombs and protect live oaks in City Park ensure this historical landscape remains intact for future visitors.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support on uneven historic paths and city sidewalks.
Wide-brim hat
Protects from strong sun during exposed parts of the cemetery.
summer specific
Compact umbrella or rain poncho
Prepares you for New Orleans’ frequent rain showers without disrupting the tour.
spring specific
Light layers
Helpful for adapting to cooler temperatures in early mornings or late afternoons.
fall|winter specific