Walking Tours

New Orleans: St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Walking Tour

Duration

45 mins

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9:00am - 6:00am

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Guided tour

4.2/5(11)

Daneil S

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Rahsaan Parker was hard to guide possess enormous depth of knowledge about cemetery. The people that are buried there they are working towards the church the African community eastern Africa celebrities they want to be buried there. It was an entire book in one tour.

Kirsten Y

Group

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Our tour guide, Will, was a wealth of information. He obviously enjoys what he does. Learning about the burial rituals of these tombs was so interesting. I think I'd like to tour all of New Orleans with Will. I was sad that I waited until the last day of our trip to do this tour because I would love to visit some of the places Will mentioned. I learned so many things on this tour. Easily one of my favorite experiences this trip.

Enter St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, usually closed to the public, and explore New Orleans’ oldest and most iconic burial ground on a guided walking tour.

Visit the tomb of the legendary Voodoo queen, Marie Laveau, and hear chilling stories about her life, rituals, and enduring influence on New Orleans.

Learn about the city’s unusual burial traditions as you stroll past ornate, above-ground crypts and historic below-ground family vaults.

The tour is led in groups of 20 for an intimate experience and to provide better access to your English-speaking guide, who will bring history vividly to life.

Walking tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

Professional English-speaking guide

Small-group tour of 20

Transportation

Tips and gratuities

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Daneil S
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Rahsaan Parker was hard to guide possess enormous depth of knowledge about cemetery. The people that are buried there they are working towards the church the African community eastern Africa celebrities they want to be buried there. It was an entire book in one tour.
Cynthia M
Family
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Will was our guide and he was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable as well as entertaing. He kept everyone in line as well,with his great sense of humor.
Brandi O
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Jimmy was an amazing tour guide!
Kirsten Y
Group
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Our tour guide, Will, was a wealth of information. He obviously enjoys what he does. Learning about the burial rituals of these tombs was so interesting. I think I'd like to tour all of New Orleans with Will. I was sad that I waited until the last day of our trip to do this tour because I would love to visit some of the places Will mentioned. I learned so many things on this tour. Easily one of my favorite experiences this trip.
Toppie L
Couple
Verified booking
Nov 2025
This was a fun, entertaining, and informative tour. Our tour guide, Mary is a wealth of information. Being a native multigenerational New Orleanian she spoke with a wonderful sense of authority and I found all her stories and recounting the history of the Crescent City and the cemetery inviting and inspiring. I recommend this tour as a must. And I recommend Mary any day!

Step inside a cemetery that’s off-limits to the public, your guide brings hidden stories and local burial traditions to life.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the Basin St. Station Visitor Center. Collect your tour sticker and explore the city exhibits and the interactive map of the Hurricane Katrina floodwaters. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time so you can grab a coffee and use the restrooms before the tour begins.

What to expect

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

New Orleans' oldest and most famous cemetery, known for its above-ground tombs and voodoo history.

Features

Visit the tomb of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau.

Learn about the city’s unique burial practices.

See the pyramid tomb purchased by Nicolas Cage.

Hear fascinating stories of notable figures buried here.

Experience it all in a small group of 20 for an intimate, guided walk.

What’s not allowed

Meals and beverages, except bottled water.

Devices like drones and tripods.

Accessibility

It is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

Service animals are allowed.

Additional information

The cemetery is closed off to the general public and is only accessible for authorized tours.

Arrive 15-min before your scheduled departure time.

Follow the rules: No touching, sitting, or leaning on tombs, fences, or other structures.

Dress comfortably for the weather—the tour will be conducted, rain or shine.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Tour.

Address: 501 Basin St, New Orleans, LA 70112.

Landmark: Your journey begins across the street from the cemetery at Basin St. Station Visitor Information Center.

Get directions to the meeting point