NEW ORLEANS WALKING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Under the Oaks: A Two‑Hour Walk Through the Garden District’s Mansions and Secrets
A guided, two-hour stroll from 2727 Prytania Street through oak‑lined avenues, Lafayette Cemetery gates, and celebrity‑spotted façades — a concise primer for exploring one of New Orleans’ most photographed neighborhoods.
Under the Oaks: A Two‑Hour Walk Through the Garden District’s Mansions and Secrets.
Walk among the Garden District’s grand mansions and oak‑lined streets on a guided two‑hour tour that blends architecture, history, and local lore. Along the way a licensed guide with deep ancestral ties to the neighborhood points out intricate ironwork, lush gardens, celebrity homes and filming locations, stops at the gates of Lafayette Cemetery to explain family tombs and burial customs, and leaves you with insider tips on where to eat and explore.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Grand Mansions beneath Towering Oaks
Stroll along streets framed by towering live oaks to view intricately designed mansions and gardens whose layouts once helped protect houses from flooding — a compact survey of the Garden District’s layered architectural past.
Lafayette Cemetery Gates and Family Tombs
The tour pauses at the gates of Lafayette Cemetery #1 to explain entombment practices and family‑tomb traditions that shaped local funerary customs.
Local Lore, Celebrity Homes and Filming Sites
Guides share stories of beauty, drama, deception and wealth stretching back to the 1830s while pointing out celebrity residences and filming locations, plus the insider recommendations to keep exploring afterward.
What the day feels like
What the Walk Feels Like
This is a deliberate, two‑hour walk through one of New Orleans’ most picturesque neighborhoods: you move from house to house and block to block, pausing at gates and vistas while your licensed guide narrates architectural details, neighborhood history and personal stories, then finishes with practical recommendations and follow‑up information to continue exploring.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided experience runs approximately 2 hours.
Meet at 2727 Prytania Street before departure.
The route uses historic sidewalks and uneven terrain and is not easy for anyone who is mobility impaired.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Garden District Walking Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
Where is the meeting point for the tour?
The tour meets at 2727 Prytania Street.
Do we enter Lafayette Cemetery?
The tour includes a stop at the gates of Lafayette Cemetery #1 to learn about family tombs and entombment practices.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
No; due to uneven terrain the tour is not easy for anyone who is mobility impaired.
Will the guide point out celebrity homes and filming locations?
Yes; the guide will point out celebrity homes and filming locations and share related local stories.
Will I get recommendations for where to eat and what to see next?
Yes; at the end of the walk the guide provides insider tips and follow‑up information to continue exploring the Garden District and nearby areas.