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15 Best New Orleans Cemetery Tours

The cemetery tours: St. Louis No. 1’s above-ground tombs, which admit visitors only with licensed guides, and Marie Laveau’s vault still collecting offerings. The licensing rule improved the tours considerably.

1.St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

Discover the fascinating final resting places of New Orleans' most notable residents with this guided walking tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1. Learn history, legends, and secrets in just under an hour.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“The tour guide lady smelled really bad. Her clothes looked like they haven’t been washed in months. She was a soft talker and couldn’t hear her, and u couldn’t stand close to her because of the smell”

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5.New Orleans City and Cemetery 2-Hour Bus Tour

Discover New Orleans in just over two hours with a comfortable bus tour covering highlights like the Garden District, French Quarter, cemeteries, and more, guided by passionate locals.

★ 4.5

“It was really great. We had a great trip and I recommend to everyone. Great van so comfortable and on time”

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6.New Orleans Haunted Cemetery Tour and Ghost Hunt

Discover New Orleans' haunted side with a 2-hour cemetery bus tour, exclusive access, paranormal tools, and engaging storytelling—perfect for thrill-seekers and history lovers alike.

★ 4.5

“Very interesting. Historical. Amazing access to several interesting cemeteries. Great tour of several areas of the city as well.”

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7.New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour At Dark with Exclusive Access

Discover New Orleans' haunted side with an after-dark cemetery bus tour offering exclusive access, paranormal tools, and chilling stories for a unique night experience.

★ 4.6

“AMAZING! my guide was so personable, informative, witty, and hilarious. I learned a lot and saw a lot! would reccomend. pls give them your money :)”

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9.New Orleans Cemetery Walking Tour

Discover New Orleans' historic cemeteries with an engaging, guided walking tour. Learn about above-ground burial traditions and local stories for $30.

★ 5.0

“Captain Neil was amazing!! He has so much knowledge and made the tour an experience we won’t forget. The swamp is beautiful and this was one of the best parts of our trip.”

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11.New Orleans City and Cemetery Sightseeing Tour

Explore New Orleans' vibrant culture, stunning architecture, and haunted cemeteries on this 3-hour guided tour for a balanced mix of history, mystery, and local charm.

★ 5.0

“One of the best tour guides I have had. Amazing information, great tips and visited all the must see places. Derek, our guide, was FANTASTIC! Highly recommend.”

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14.New Orleans Garden District and Lafayette Cemetery Tour

Discover New Orleans' stunning Garden District and Lafayette Cemetery on this 2-hour guided walking tour, featuring historic homes, stories, and iconic film sites for $25.

★ 4.5

“The whole walk was beautiful! The houses were so nice and our tour guide knew so much information. Would definitely recommend!!”

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15.New Orleans City and Cemetery Bus Tour

Discover New Orleans with this 2.5-hour small-group bus tour covering historic neighborhoods, cemeteries, and cultural highlights. Ideal for those wanting an authentic, insightful overview.

★ 4.5

“Don't miss it. DO IT Interesting, nice ride, Jared good guide silly survey to insist more characters”

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More New Orleans Cemetery Tours

5.0New Orleans St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$25.00 4.7New Orleans: 2-Hour 15-Minute City and Cemetery Tour by Bus2.3 hours$45 5.0New Orleans Metairie Cemetery Tour: Millionaires and Mausoleums2 hours (approx.)$35.00 4.7New Orleans: City & Cemetery Tour by Air-Conditioned Minibus3 hours$55 4.7New Orleans: Dead of Night Ghosts and Cemetery Bus Tour2 hours$45 5.0New Orleans City/Cemetery and Swamp Full-Day Tour7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$110.00 5.0New Orleans Garden District and Cemetery Bike Tour2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$55.00 5.0New Orleans Historic Cemetery Tour: Explore Our Cemeteries2 hours (approx.)$23.99 4.5Garden District and Lafayette Cemetery Guided Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$25.00 5.0After-Dark Historical Night Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 145 minutes (approx.)$41.00 4.7New Orleans: City & Cemetery Tour + Garden District Stroll3 hours$55 4.5New Orleans Small-Group City and Cemetery Tour with Hotel Pickup4 hours (approx.)$96.00 4.0New Orleans Cemetery and Paranormal Investigation Bus Tour2 hours (approx.)$30.00 5.0Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$35.00 4.0Oak Alley Plantation and 3-Hour New Orleans City/Cemetery Tour8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$125.00 4.8New Orleans: Secrets and Societies Cemetery Experience1.5 hours$35 4.5St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$25.00 5.0New Orleans French Quarter & Cemetery Bike Tour2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$55.00 5.0New Orleans: Millionaires Tombs of Metairie Cemetery Tour2 hours$35 5.0Private Garden District Walking Tour With Lafayette Cemetery No 13 hours (approx.)$855.00 5.0Adults-Only Garden District Cemetery Anne Rice True Crime Tour1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$35.00 4.5Night Cemetery Insiders Bus Tour- New Orleans2 hours (approx.)$30.00 5.0New Orleans: St. Louis Cemetery #3 Guided Walking Tour1.5 hours$25 4.0Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour35 minutes (approx.)$8.99