New Orleans BYOB Cemetery Insiders Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Join us on a journey through three of New Orleans' hallowed cemeteries. On this tour, your master storyteller will lead you through the maze of above-ground tombs in St. Patrick # 1, St. Patrick Cemetery #2, and the Katrina Memorial at Charity Hospital Cemetery.
From burial customs and traditions- to the history of the Masons and Catholics in New Orleans- to the deaths of the thousands buried in the graveyard behind the Katrina Memorial, this tour will leave you with feelings of trepidation and excitement, as well as with a reverence for our city's incredible history.
This is a narrated 1.5 to 2 hour walking tour. You may bring your own beverages!
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Itinerary
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Stops at: St. Patrick CemeteryWe walk our guests through St. Patrick Cemetery #2, offering a deep dive into cemetery and burial culture.Duration: 30 minutes
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Stops at: Mid-CityExplore cemeteries near City Park.Duration: 60 minutes
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Stops at: Hurricane Katrina MemorialVisit the Katrina Memorial at Charity Hospital Cemetery and hear the tales of those lost to Yellow Fever, hurricanes, and more.Duration: 20 minutes
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Includes:
- Guided walking tour with a master storyteller
Does not include:
- Drinks are not included but you may bring your own
Additional Information:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- While we do our best to accommodate all guests with mobility issues, the conditions of the terrain in historic New Orleans present challenges. Please book accordingly.
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