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Beauregard-Keyes House

1113 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70116
504-523-7257
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Ranked #27 of 151 attractions in New Orleans
Type: Historic Sites
Traveler Description: This raised center hall house was built in 1826, for wealthy auctioneer Joseph LeCarpentier. Named for two famous former residents, the Confederate... more »
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

This is definitely among the best of the historic homes to visit in the quarter, and one of the best values too. For under 10 bucks you can get a private tour--not bad. The Beauregard-Keyes House was built in 1826 for wealthy auctioneer Joseph LeCarpentier and is an example of a raised center hall house. Confederate General Pierre Gustave Toutant... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

This home is not typical of the Creole architecture in the area. It has had numerous occupants. A tour will give you a view of only a handful of original buildings left in the French Quarter. Located in a quiet part of the Quarter across from the Ursuline Convent, tours are hourly during the 4 days they are open. This... More

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Acton, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013 via mobile

This is a simple, lovely and personal tour of a home with a very characteristic New Orleans architecture. The telling of the home's and its occupants' history, as conveyed by Mr. Howe, was fascinating and entertaining. He did a wonderful job of bringing the story to life and relating it to the history of the city, the south and even... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

If you enjoy history and/or house tours, you will like this. The guide was very knowledgeable and interesting. The house is lovely and has an interesting history. It is closed on Sundays and, as we found out, the Saturday before Easter. Tours are on the hour and everything is locked until then, so plan accordingly. We didn't, but it gave... More

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Carrboro, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2013

If you're not into history, old houses, PGT Beauregard or Frances Parkinson Keyes, then this is not the place for you. However if you are into any one of those things I would certainly recommend it. A gorgeous home rich with history, and the man who gave the tour was witty and very kind-spirited. I was not at all disappointed!

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Hendersonville, Tennessee, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 29, 2012

This house had several interesting residents and there were several guides to explain them all. There was how it got built, who got killed, who made it a historical site and the obligatory ghost story.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2012

Took this tour in May and it was something we had found on groupon (always a good value for travelers!). The tours start on the hour and the front door will be locked until it's time for the next tour and you will have to wait on the front porch- so prepare yourself for that if you don't enjoy being... More

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Louisville, Kentucky
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2012

If history is your thing, the Beauregard-Keyes House will definitely deserve a visit! Built in 1826, this is one of the best known historic homes in all of New Orleans... and it is easy to see why. Located in the lovely French Quarter, tours are conducted on the hour, and a wonderful peek into the 19th century will await. The... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 4, 2012 via mobile

Very informative and it was wonderful to be able to go through the home. Would definitely recommend this tour.

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Orlando, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 25, 2012

This is a nice example of a New Orleans home. Our tour guide was quite a character which made for some interesting moments in our four person tour. He was knowledgable on the area and gave us some good restaurant tips. Anyway, the house itself has some nice things in it and is beautifully decorated. There is a piano they... More

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