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Step Beyond the Iron Gates

Cemetery Tours NOLA, the Official Tour Provider of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, schedules frequent departures for visitors to experience the historic site.  

1)      Select any future Date from the Calendar 

2)     Select the # of Adults (ages 13+) and Children (ages 3-12) 

3)     Select the desired Tour Departure Time

Click Reserve Tickets to complete your booking! 

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Cancellation and Refund Policy

All orders may be cancelled or modified (date/time) in advance of the scheduled tour.  Call or Email us for assistance! 

Within 24 hours, no cancellations and no refunds.   Within 24 hours, modifications are subject to availability. 

What You Should Know?

Comfortable shoes are the most important item – many uneven surfaces exist in the historic site. Light airy clothing in the hot summer months – jackets and hats in the colder winter months.
Occasionally yes, but normally No. Each tour departure is limited to 20 persons. Tour departure times should be reserved in advance to insure a place on the tour. Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for ticketing & greeting!
Online on this site (Book Now button) -or- at the Cemetery Tour Desk at Basin St. Station (501 Basin St.) just across the street from St. Louis Cemetery #1. Tours are expected to book up – Don’t wait until the last minute!

The waking tour normally lasts about 45 minutes. However, the tour could finish later depending on weather and other unforeseen events.

A maximum of 20 persons is allowed for each tour departure. That’s why it’s so important to purchase tickets in advance. Infants 0-2yrs do not require a ticket or reservation, and may accompany adults for Free.
The cemetery is not open to the public – only for our authorized tours. Private family visitation is authorized by the Archdiocese of New Orleans with Family Pass, available at the New Orleans Catholic Cemeteries Office. To inquire, you may email [email protected] or call 504-596-3050 for more information.
No, the cemetery is not open to the public. A gate attendant will be posted at the gate during business hours. The gate will also be locked.
Access to the Cemetery is only allowed for Official Tour Groups, or Individuals carrying the Family Pass issued by the New Orleans Catholic Cemeteries, for the purposes of visiting their family tombs. Family’s visiting will be provided privacy and respect.
Tips are not required but are always appreciated. We hope you’ll also consider leaving your Tour Guide a great review!
Adult Tickets are available for those 13 years and older for $25. Tickets for children from 3 – 12 years old are available for $18 and children two and under may enter for free.

Yes! This is the only tour to enter St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 and we are thrilled to escort you inside!
Reserve your Tour Date and Tour Time in advance, and Arrive 15 minutes early to get prepared for your Tour Departure. 

Yes, strollers are allowed in the cemetery. The pathway in the cemetery will be easy to maneuver.

Yes, wheelchairs and scooters are allowed in the cemetery. The pathway in the cemetery will be easy to maneuver. 

Chance of Rain? Please come prepared. There is no protection from rain inside of the Cemetery. The Tours will continue as scheduled rain or shine. In the event of Unsafe Weather Conditions, departures may be cancelled and rescheduled. 

Park First Parking Lot is a public lot adjacent to Basin St. Station and adjacent to St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, offering very reasonable rates ($5-$10 for 10hrs) year-round.
Park First
Pay the at Kiosk
Place the Receipt on Vehicle’s Dashboard
Enjoy your Tour and your Day!

Please note, Basin St. Station Visitor Parking Lot is reserved for temporary 20-minute visitor parking. Do not park here for your tour. 

Basin St. Station is Stop 5 along the Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Route. Double-Decker Buses are a great way to get around! Hop-Off at Stop 5 and come inside. We’ll see you at the Cemetery Tour Desk! 

Maximum Group size is strictly enforced and set to 20 Patrons. Count includes Adults, Children; Infants 0-2 are not counted.

If you are traveling with a party larger than 20, then the group must plan to split up and reserve different Tour Times.