New Orleans St. Louis #1 Cemetery, Voodoo, and French Quarter Tour

Discover St. Louis Cemetery #1 " where Marie Laveau" ( The Voodoo Queen) is laid to rest along with 100,000 other souls....Our Above Ground Tombs gives you a glimpse of our rich history in New Orleans... All Tours are lead by Master Story Tellers that will captivate you as you learn why we bury above ground, the history & culture of Voodoo as well as rich French Quarter history and architecture. You will visit Marie Laveau's Tomb & the gravesite of Nicholas Cage just to mention a few. " Saint Louis Cemetery No. 1".....

Itinerary
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Stop At: Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Meet your guide at the corner of Royal and Conti Streets in the French Quarter 30 minutes prior to tour to start your voodoo and cemetery walking tour of New Orleans.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: French Quarter, New Orleans, LA

As you stroll through the streets of the French Quarter, learn about New Orleans history and the classic architecture around the city. Walk by shotgun homes — one of the most popular styles of Southern homes in the early 1860s — as well as Creole townhouses. Along the way, hear more about the city’s legendary voodoo practitioners such as Marie Laveau. Many New Orleans residents believe in the religion, and various ancient traditions and rituals are still observed.

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA

Bourbon Street, located in the heart of the French Quarter of New Orleans, is known for its many bars and clubs. With over 17 million visitors annually, it’s no secret that it has become one of the main attractions of the city.

Stop At: St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, 425 Basin St 3421 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112-3535

From there, make your way to St Louis Cemetery No 1, where you can see Marie Laveau’s burial site and above-ground tombs. Your guide shares why above-ground burials are common in New Orleans as you meander through the labyrinth of graves to find Marie Laveau’s tomb. People come from all over the world to leave offerings, pay their respects, pray, and perform rituals around her decorated grave.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Louis Armstrong Park, 901 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116-3086

Once you leave the cemetery, head to the old train station, which is now a visitor center, to take a quick break before going to Louis Armstrong Park (formerly Congo Square). Your guide shares stories of large gatherings that took place here in the 1800s, including voodoo rituals.

Please note: Expect to walk at a leisurely pace and cover about one mile during your 2-hour tour. Comfortable walking shoes and water bottles are recommended.

Duration: 30 minutes