What is the Garden District?
The area was originally developed with large lots surrounded by gardens, hence the name. The neighborhood is more elegant and opulent than the French Quarter, home to oak-lined streets and Victorian, Italianate and Greek Revival mansions. The boundaries include a section of Magazine Street—a prime shopping and dining destination—and the historic Lafayette Cemetery No. 1.
Is it worth visiting?
The iconic neighborhood is certainly worth a visit, and when you take a tour, you can see firsthand the homes featured in films like Benjamin Button and TV shows like American Horror Story.
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Roam the garden district on your own—check out this helpful list of neighborhood landmarks—or take a guided tour from the likes of Two Chicks Walking Tours for more insight.
Where’s good to eat in the Garden District?
Magazine Street has a slew of restaurants and bars that are all worthy dining options, but the most iconic restaurant in the area is Commander’s Palace. The crown jewel of the Brennan food empire, this landmark restaurant has been a beacon of fine dining since 1880.