St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, the oldest and most famous of New Orleans’ three St. Louis Cemeteries, dates back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Located in the heart of the city, this historic site is a maze of above-ground tombs and mausoleums, reflecting the unique architectural style necessitated by the city’s high water table. Among the notable interments are civil rights activist Homer Plessy and voodoo queen Marie Laveau, whose legacies add to the cemetery’s mystique. Visitors today can explore the narrow pathways and learn about the rich history and the many stories of hauntings that have made it a revered landmark.