Cemetery and Ghost BYOB Bus Tour in New Orleans
Description
Warning! This tour is only for the brave! NOLA Ghost Riders provides the original and finest night-time cemetery tour. This experience gives guests the opportunity to learn about our unique above ground burial procedures and storied past by venturing into actual graveyards after dark. Many have left this experience feeling haunted, or even captured photographs which can only be described as paranormal, so bring your camera!
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Founded 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.
City 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.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
- *****While we want you to enjoy the benefits of BYOB, we also encourage you to drink responsibly. Please be respectful of others on the tour. If you are being disruptive, you will be asked to leave the tour. Thank you
Reviews(2,812)
Such a heavy but beautiful tour. I would recommend this tour a million times. The tour guide was amazing the entire time. 10/10
My two teenagers, who were so excited about the trip, came with me to New Orleans. Even though I’ve been there a few times before, this was their first time. The locals were super friendly and welcoming, and they had a blast. We really think anyone looking for a memorable experience should check it out!
Great tour. Our tour guide, Roy was sooo nice and shared lots of great info. I enjoyed seeing historical landmarks.
This was the best tour we did. It was soooo fun. The spooky stories and fun music on the bus, stopping for beignets, and a few different haunted spots on top of the cemetery tour, made for an amazing time. We wanted to go on another tour but sadly we booked it on our last night. If we would have known it would have been that fun we would have done another one. Most importantly, the blue bus tour guide Roy was absolutely perfect. Definitely try to get on the blue bus. We all know he is what made the trip fun!! We have only great things to say about him and the tour.
For my first trip to New Orleans the goal was to learn and eat as much as I could. On a whim I booked the 11pm tour this past Saturday. Purchasing tickets and instructions for check in were incredibly simple and clear. We met outside Voodoo Tavern and Poboys making prep for the BYOB incredibly convenient. We were lucky to have such a lively and interested group, more lucky to have Roy as our guide! He was energetic and informative as well as engaged and patient. We were able to tour two separate cemeteries seeing 3 in total. It’s been a very long time since I stayed up past midnight, but it was well worth it. Roy also gave great local insight for the best ways to enjoy the French Quarter following our tour, helping to get to know the city as well as some of it’s infamous history. It was a great time, looking forward to future visits!
Experience was great but really it was great because of the tour guide Roy. All of the ghost tours are so dependent on the guide and he does not disappoint. He takes so many extra steps to make sure everyone had a great time with history, true stories, and all the extras that make it a great experience.
It’s very interesting and you get of learn some history about the burial and how it’s done I would recommend more to take this tour the driver was nice and very polite
The bus ride was nice and the guide was very informative. Lots of facts given out about New Orleans burial procedures.
This was an amazing experience, expecially since we did the late night option! Our guide was Roy, and he made the experience a 10/10. My husband and I will absolutely consider taking this tour again!
Fantastic tour! Highly recommended for everyone! Very enjoyable including comfortable ride, good information and plenty of time to explore with convenient stop in between.
