About this experience
Step back in time for a sprinkle of seasonal magic and join the Friends of the Cabildo for a heart-warming stroll through the French Quarter’s most cherished treasures. Decked out in magnificent traditional Creole Christmas finery, each stop sparkles with historic charm, antique velvet ribbon, and old-world holiday grandeur.
Your festive journey opens doors to iconic historic homes, lush hidden courtyards, and storied quarters, including: Historic BK House & Gardens, Gallier House, Hermann-Grima House, 1850 House, The Historic New Orleans Collection, and Spring Fiesta House.
Event Details
December 26th (Saturday) and 27th (Sunday) Only
Homes are open from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Due to the historic nature of the buildings The 1850 House, Hermann-Grima and Gallier House, and Historic BK House & Gardens are NOT fully wheelchair accessible. However, ground floors and courtyards are wheelchair accessible.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
What is included
- The Spring Fiesta will have light refreshments
Itinerary and highlights
Hermann-Grima is one of the stops on the Creole Christmas Holiday Home Tour
Gallier House is one of the stops on the Creole Christmas Holiday Home Tour
The Historic New Orleans Collection is one of the stops on the Creole Christmas Holiday Home Tour
Historic BK House and Gardens is a stop on the Creole Christmas Holiday Home Tour
The New Orleans Spring Fiesta House is one of the tour stops on the Creole Christmas Holiday Home Tour
The 1850 House Museum is a stop on the Creole Christmas Holiday Home Tour
Meeting and pickup information
- Creole Christmas Patrons that pre-purchase tickets will meet at the 1850 House Museum Gift Shop. The shop is located across from Jackson Square right in the middle from Cafe Du Monde (Decatur) or Muriels (Chartres) St. Ann. St. is a pedestrian walk way, no vehicle access.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Friends of the Cabildo
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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