Garden District & Magazine Street — HoHo Stop Guide

Overview

The Garden District is a leafy, elegant contrast to the frenetic energy of the French Quarter. Expect broad avenues lined with live oaks, grand mansions, and small boutiques along Magazine Street.

Why hop off here

• Architecture: Antebellum and Victorian mansions with ornate ironwork.
• Relaxed pace: Less tourist density, ideal for walking and photography.
• Local flavor: Boutique shops and independent cafes on Magazine Street.

Top things to do

1. Photograph Lafayette Square mansions and their gardens.
2. Stroll Magazine Street for shopping and coffee.
3. Ride (or at least see) the historic St. Charles Avenue streetcar line.

Suggested 2-hour itinerary

1. Hop off at the Garden District stop and walk toward Lafayette Cemetery (exterior visit).
2. Spend 45–60 minutes exploring Magazine Street boutiques and cafés.
3. Return to the HoHo stop or continue on the St. Charles streetcar for a scenic ride.

Practical notes

• Check Lafayette Cemetery visiting rules — interior tours may be restricted.
• Wear comfortable shoes for the slightly longer walks between attractions.
• Shade is plentiful but bring water in summer.