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Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans

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Location: New Orleans, United States
Duration: 2 hours
Product code: 64332P4


Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Masonic Temple Cemetery, 400 City Park Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, USAFounded in 1865 by the Grand Lodge of the State of Louisiana Free and Accepted Masons, the Masonic Cemetery expresses a character distinct from the Catholic cemeteries that dominate the city. It is known for its many unusual, elaborate tombs, a reputation due in part to the cemetery’s communal nature: members of lodges pooled resources to purchase large group tombs. Occupying two oddly shaped city blocks, the cemetery is triangular in plan, with Conti Street bisecting it. The triangular footprint of the bordering streets overlaid with the cemetery’s angular internal walkways mimics the Masonic emblem of the square and compass. Cast-iron picket fences enclose its two distinct sections, while oak allées line its northern and western edges. Tombs are compactly arranged in rows parallel to Bienville Street, with a wide, paved promenade cutting through the center to provide access to smaller walkways between rows. Duration: 30 minutesPass By: City Park, City Park, New Orleans, LouisianaCity Park is as magical and unique as the city of New Orleans. The 1,300-acre outdoor oasis has enchanted New Orleanians since 1854, making it one of the nation’s oldest urban parks. Each year, millions of visitors stroll under the same historic oaks and picturesque moss canopies that served as the backdrop for dances, concerts and even gentlemanly duels or “affaires d’honneur” for generations.Stop At: Morning Call, 56 Dreyfous Dr, New Orleans, LA 70119, USAWe stop at Morning call cafe for a restroom stop. Cafe au lait and beignets can be purchased here.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Hurricane Katrina Memorial, 5056 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119-5835On the former site of Charity Hospital’s paupers’ field, this ominous but oddly affecting circle of tombs holds the bodies of 85 unclaimed victims of the 2005 levee failures and the names of others who perished. It’s an unfussy place that’s easily missed, the better for contemplative solitude, perhaps. Surrounded by a storm-shaped series of pathways, the memorial does its duty in giving one substantial pause.Duration: 30 minutes
Supplier Name
NOLA GhostRiders LLC
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Not wheelchair accessible,Dress code is smart casual,Service animals allowed,Near public transportation,Infants must sit on laps,Most travelers can participate,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 56 travelers,Face masks required for travelers in public areas,Face masks required for guides in public areas,Social distancing enforced throughout experience,Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas,Gear/equipment sanitized between use,Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized,Guides required to regularly wash hands,Regular temperature checks for staff
Inclusions:
Driver/guide,Live commentary on board,Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points,Entry/Admission - Masonic Temple Cemetery
Exclusions:
Gratuities
Traveler Reviews

The tour was fun, informative, and better than I had anticipated. Our guide was Stephen. He did a nice job of taking care of our tour group. He was super respectful about his city and one could tell he loves New Orleans. He was humorous and super communicative. I would definitely recommend this tour and our guide.

My mom and I did this tour and both agree it was our favorite thing we did on our trip to New Orleans. Kendall was our tour guide and he was funny, informative and made the experience exceptional. We went to the Free Masons cemetery where he gave an excellent explanation of how and why burial above ground is done. We then went to a beignet spot (the name is escaping me right now) and had delicious beignets (my favorite on our trip) before going to the Katrina memorial site and going a bit more into the ghost aspect of the tour. We had a GREAT time and would recommend this to anyone.

Didn't get to make it I hate men! But hopefully everyone else enjoyed their time on tour! I was totally looking forward to it hopefully I will have the chance soon!

Great experience in New Orleans with Trish as our tour guide!!! Recommend her every time you come into town!

What a fun and educational experience!! I was so surprised that I also learned a lot! Henry was our guide and he was fantastic! I would recommend 10/10!!!

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