Discover New Orleans’ Garden District on a two-hour walking tour that reveals stunning mansions, storied history, and quiet streets away from the French Quarter’s bustle.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires moderate walking on city sidewalks.
Wildlife
History
The Garden District developed in the 19th century as a residential area for affluent Americans who moved upriver, contrasting with the Creole Quarter below.
Conservation
Efforts focus on preserving historic architecture while maintaining the district’s mature tree canopy and garden spaces.
HEY, Tour Lady!
Discover New Orleans’ Garden District on a two-hour walking tour that reveals stunning mansions, storied history, and quiet streets away from the French Quarter’s bustle.
HEY, Tour Lady! is a New Orleans-based tour operator specializing in guided experiences that explore the city's history, culture, and folklore. The company offers a diverse range of public and private tours including river cruises, city tours, cemetery walks, plantation visits, swamp airboat trips, and themed experiences such as true crime, voodoo history, and ghost walks. Tours are led by licensed guides, local historians, and knowledgeable storytellers who provide factual narration, verified historical context, and local insight. Offerings include the Creole Queen Tricentennial River Cruise with daytime and nighttime options, guided Garden District walking tours, daytime and night cemetery tours, swamp boat and airboat combinations, and the Original French Quarter Ghosts & Legends Ghost Tour.
Bookings accommodate small groups and combination itineraries that pair plantations like Oak Alley or Laura with swamp excursions or airboat rides. The Voodoo History Tour is led by licensed guides and focuses on separating myth from documented history. The Haunted Pub Crawl and several ghost tours are intended for adults; the New Orleans True Crime Tour is recommended for ages 13 and up. Additional experiences feature the Steamboat Natchez, night bus cemetery tours, and multiple plantation tour options.
HEY, Tour Lady! operates from New Orleans, Louisiana, and emphasizes historically grounded storytelling, licensed guiding, and a variety of tour formats to suit different interests and accessibility needs. Reservations and specific age or accessibility policies are available through the tour provider or booking platform. Customer questions receive prompt answers directly from the booking provider and tour staff.
Tours Offered
17
Public and private tour options.
Location
New Orleans, LA
Operates from the city center.
Licensed Guides
Local historians
Guided by local historians.
Age Policy
13+ / Adults-only options
Some tours restrict by age.
Book Creole Queen cruises, Garden District walks, plantation and swamp combinations, and ghost tours — check availability for popular dates.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour covers paved residential streets and can include some uneven sidewalks; sturdy shoes make it easier.
Bring water and sunscreen
Especially in warmer months, stay hydrated and protect yourself from sun exposure during the outdoor tour.
Arrive early for your tour
Getting there 10 minutes ahead ensures you meet your guide and start on time without rushing.
Limit bags for ease
Keep backpacks or large bags minimal to navigate narrow sidewalks comfortably during the walk.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear helps manage uneven sidewalks and extended walking.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during warmer months, especially on sunny days.
summer
Sun hat or cap
Offers added sun protection when walking in open areas.
summer
Light rain jacket or poncho
Useful for sudden showers common during transitional seasons.
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