Discover the Fascinating History of New Orleans Cemeteries

Explore the stories with New Orleans’ historic cemeteries—while giving back to the very places you’re visiting.

Save Our Cemeteries is the city’s only nonprofit cemetery tour operator, offering expert-guided tours that directly support tomb restoration, education, and hands-on craft career training.

Experience these historic spaces in a way that makes a lasting impact and book your tour today!

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St. Roch Cemetery

Offered monthly, the St. Roch Cemetery tour honors the Patron Saint of good health and is known for its chapel filled with tokens of healed believers.

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row of tombs in historic Metairie Cemetery

Metairie Cemetery

Established in 1872 on a former racetrack, Metairie Cemetery is famed for its grand monuments, temples, and sculptures.

A tour group in the St. Roch Cemetery

St. Roch Cemetery

Offered monthly, the St. Roch Cemetery tour honors the Patron Saint of good health and is known for its chapel filled with tokens of healed believers.

The Pitot House, with its green shutters and surrounding botany

Combo: St. Louis No. 3
& Pitot House

Explore St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, then stroll over to the historic Pitot House for a guided tour.

Angel statue on a gravesite at St. Louis Cemetery No. 3

St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 near City Park

Steps from City Park, St. Louis Cemetery #3 showcases New Orleans’ distinct burial customs and tombs of many notable figures who shaped the city.

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Private Cemetery Tours

Looking for a unique and educational experience in New Orleans? Save Our Cemeteries offers custom private cemetery tours tailored to your group’s interests and schedule. Whether you’re planning an outing for a school group, corporate team, or special event, we create unforgettable guided tours through our historic cemeteries.

Can’t make it to one of our scheduled tours? No problem—book a private tour at your convenience and explore the fascinating history, architecture, and culture buried in our Cities of the Dead.

Call 504-525-3377 or email us at [email protected] to create your custom cemetery experience today!

Perfect for history buffs, educators, and anyone seeking a deeper connection to New Orleans’ rich past.

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