Ian M.
8/24/2025
Really beautiful cemetery that had a long history of different films and movies from Interview with a Vampire to the TV show The Originals. Too bad it is closed to the public right now
Lafayette Cemetery No.1
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1400 Washington Ave
New Orleans, LA 70130
Located in the heart of New Orleans, Lafayette Cemetery No.1 offers a unique glimpse into the city's rich history and culture through its historic gravesites and elaborate above-ground tombs.
Visitors can explore the cemetery's picturesque grounds and learn about the diverse individuals who shaped the vibrant tapestry of New Orleans, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in the city's past.
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Andrea U.
10/7/2025
Lafayette Cemetery opened in 1833 in the New Orleans' Garden District. It is a historic & non-segregated cemetery known for its above-ground family tombs and cruciform layout. It was the burial...
Jennifer B.
11/17/2024
I knew it was temporarily closed (for repairs and improvements) during my scheduled visit to NOLA, but I couldn't NOT come through, even just to see it with my own eyes. It is one of the more...
Chris C.
6/27/2025
Too bad the cemetery was closed. From what you can see through spaces between bars and what not, there are some terribly old but eerily beautiful monuments, crypts and above ground graves. It's...
Chloe F.
2/18/2025
Beautiful cemetery, but it's unfortunately closed. There is a gate on each side of the gated cemetery that you can peek in, but there was a tour blocking each side we walked by. This particular...
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