Longue Vue House and Gardens
Longue Vue House and Gardens
4.5
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Longue Vue House and Gardens is a multifaceted historic estate featuring a world-class house museum and eight acres of stunning gardens that include an interactive Discovery Garden for children of all ages. From art to architecture, gardens to gift shop, there's something for everyone to enjoy at Longue Vue. Longue Vue is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. The last house tour is at 4 p.m. Tours start at $12.00 for the day. Discounts for groups, seniors, and children are available.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Lakeview extends inland from the shores of Lake Pontchartrain with much of the area reserved for family-friendly City Park. Home to the New Orleans Museum of Art, the Besthoff Sculpture Garden, Carousel Gardens Amusement Park, and the city’s own lush Botanical Gardens, City Park is a New Orleans gem and the perfect spot for outdoor fun with as much of a mix of culture and/or amusement as you would like. Beyond City Park more great excuses to stay outside beckon, whether on land or by boat. Developed a good deal later than most other New Orleans neighborhoods, Lakeview has a distinctively different look and feel compared to other parts of the city. Fans of mid century modern design and contemporary architecture particularly enjoy leisurely drives around the residential streets of Lake Vista, Park Island and along Lakeshore Drive.
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AnnieRooney
Houston, TX50 contributions
Aug 2022
I visited Longvue on a rainy day and was blown away by its beauty and the story behind it and the family who built it. Simply walking through would be a treat but our guide really added to the experience. Even before we walked in the door he gave us insights that augmented our appreciation as we viewed the different rooms. My favorite room was the "sleeping porch" with the Murphy Beds that magically appeared. It was such a gracious and stunning home without being grandiose. Our guide was Bob. I'd recommend asking for him as he knows so much, not just about the house but also the spectacular gardens.
Written August 25, 2022
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Robin B
Phoenix, AZ1,424 contributions
Mar 2022
We had never heard of this house on three previous visits to New Orleans. I’m glad we discovered it this trip. The home was built in 1941 by Edgar and Edith Stern and stayed in the family for about 40 years. All the furnishings, artwork and belongings are original to the home and it is pretty much untouched since becoming a museum. Bob was our docent and gave an interesting and knowledgeable tour, which lasted about 45 minutes to an hour. After the home tour, we strolled through the beautiful gardens. In mid March not a lot was blooming (Azaleas, some Camellias) but the gardens were still pretty. The gardens will be beautiful in a month. Well worth a visit.
Written March 15, 2022
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scott r
Silver Spring, MD769 contributions
Apr 2022
This is a good and reasonably thorough house tour, though clearly the house was designed as a setting for the gardens - which is to say that the furnishings are nice a suitably opulent, but not the product of a 'collector' at work. Nevertheless they make a fine impression and my tour guide on a solo tour did a nice job of illuminating the couple and their lives. Marred slightly be a following group whose guide was moving it along too fast (his complaint not mine). Unfortunately you pay for the gardens, and in late April, they really weren't spectacular. On second thought, for the extra $15 (!), I'd probably have skipped it and settled for the allee of oaks leading to the house itself + its forecourt. Others will value this differently.
Written May 14, 2022
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crowlpd
Memphis, TN3 contributions
Aug 2022
I have visited New Orleans more than a few times over the years.
Each time represents another opportunity to have some of the city's surprises revealed.
With this trip, NOLA offered a hidden gem known as Longue Vue House & Gardens.
Longue Vue is very much a woman of mystery. Her confidences and secrets are only reluctantly revealed although her beauty is stunning and immediately apparent. Only someone with a strong understanding of who she is, who she has been, and where she wants to go can really help you to take her full measure.
Luckily, our guide for this rendezvous was Bob. With a firm hand, he steered us to a full appreciation of what Longue Vue offers to the visitor willing to pursue her.
She will haunt my reverie forever.
Each time represents another opportunity to have some of the city's surprises revealed.
With this trip, NOLA offered a hidden gem known as Longue Vue House & Gardens.
Longue Vue is very much a woman of mystery. Her confidences and secrets are only reluctantly revealed although her beauty is stunning and immediately apparent. Only someone with a strong understanding of who she is, who she has been, and where she wants to go can really help you to take her full measure.
Luckily, our guide for this rendezvous was Bob. With a firm hand, he steered us to a full appreciation of what Longue Vue offers to the visitor willing to pursue her.
She will haunt my reverie forever.
Written August 31, 2022
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cindyp_nola
New Orleans, LA614 contributions
Aug 2021
Zoe gave a wonderful late morning tour of the Longue Vue House, a s beautiful New Orleans home and a Nola treasure. She did a great job of answering our questions and pointing out interesting things in every room that we viewed. The attention to detail was obvious the the layout of every room, the gardens and to the entire house itself. Wonderful way to spend a couple of hours!
Written August 22, 2021
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NativeCalGal
Santa Cruz, CA144 contributions
Dec 2022
This was really special. The gardens are designed as a series of rooms, and are spectacular. The house is grand but not stuffy or intimidating; you want to just move in. There is a little "kitchen" (no appliances) that is just for flower arranging, and a similar thing that is a gift wrapping station. So charming. The couple that lived there were great philanthropists. One of the best things is that we were the only ones on our tour, so we had a private tour! Please tip your guide. Nice little gift shop on the premises, too.
Written January 7, 2023
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WPLandry
Fairfax, VA589 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
We spent the morning exploring the gardens. This is not a tremendous area to cover, so you can view the gardens in about an hour, but you can also linger and spend as much time as you wish. There are benches where you can just sit and relax, enjoying this tranquil escape from the city. Everything is well-maintained. The staff are so lovely. We were eagerly welcomed and received a thorough explanation of the grounds and tour options. We decided only to see the gardens this trip, but plan to see the house in the future. Everyone was so kind and helpful if we had questions. They also have a great children's exhibit where kids can learn about herbs, vegetables, flowers, worms, and much more. I highly recommend a visit here. If we lived here, I would purchase a membership so we could go all the time!
Written March 29, 2024
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Tina W
Paducah, KY597 contributions
Apr 2023
The gardens and house was absolutely beautiful, but what we loved the most was our fabulous tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and interesting, with lots of side stories and nuggets that made it (seem, at least) tailored to our group. We ended up leisurely walking the grounds for hours. Do not pass this up. We have gone to several of the plantation houses in the area, and we enjoyed this more (it is not a plantation house, FYI).
Written April 15, 2023
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Paul T
Boca Raton, FL237 contributions
Jul 2022
Off the beaten path in outskirts of New Orleans, but well worth to visit on your own
with uber from Down town. beautiful grounds around the villa and great story about the owners, who donated buildings and gardens to Trust, who preserve all very well.
great early 20th century history, n plantation, so no bad history, only good...
$15.00 pp for private tour inside the house. highly recommend.
with uber from Down town. beautiful grounds around the villa and great story about the owners, who donated buildings and gardens to Trust, who preserve all very well.
great early 20th century history, n plantation, so no bad history, only good...
$15.00 pp for private tour inside the house. highly recommend.
Written July 10, 2022
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Diane
11 contributions
Dec 2020
This was a hidden gem that I only found out about through my daughter who lives in New Orleans. I am very glad she told me about it. The property was beautiful and had an interesting history. It is not far from the city center and was a nice escape. We arrived early, before they were officially open, but they arranged a tour guide to take us right away. There were just two of us on the tour so we had plenty of time to ask questions and walk around. Even though we were there in winter, the gardens were still nice and there were some plants blooming. It was a worthwhile attraction to see.
Written January 4, 2021
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Do we need to book a tour in advance or can we just show up in the morning and join the next tour?
Written February 25, 2020
Yes, you can just show up. I will add that it’s on the way back to the airport so you can catch it on the way out.
Written February 26, 2020
Can we get a bus from City Park to here, or should we hail a cab?
Written September 21, 2018
Also, Longview Gardens, while on the Metairie Bus, is on the Left side of Metairie Road as you approach the Canal, and you can see the Road that is the Entry into the Long View Mansion. Be certain the bus driver knows where you are trying to go and he will cooperate.
Written September 26, 2018
Is it safe to walk from City Park and back again?
Written April 20, 2018
Why is the price so incredibly high? The admission prices published on their website are:
Admission Rates
$12 Adults
$10 Seniors
$8 Students 11 years+ (w/ID)
$5 Children 3 - 10 years
Children under 3 free
AAM Members free (w/membership card)
AHS Members free (w/membership card)
Active Military free (w/government ID card)
Veterans on Veterans Day free
Forgive me, but $90 (and UP) seems a bit HIGH.
Written August 22, 2016
I found the admission comparatively reasonable and it helps fund the continued protection of this historical gem.
Written August 24, 2016
hello! Is there a charge to tour just the grounds? Not particularly interested in the house, as lovely as it looks.
Written June 2, 2016
I'm pretty sure there was - my friend treated me to my entrance ticket so I'm not 100% sure, but I do know there was a deal that she found on line the day we went which meant we got really cheap entrance. I hope that helps somewhat.
Written June 3, 2016
How do I get there using public transportation?
Written March 27, 2015
Longue V
New Orleans, Louisiana
You can catch the Canal streetcar from the downtown area, until it's last stop near City Park/Old Metairie. From there it is about a mile walk to get to Longue Vue. A better option would be to catch a cab.
Written March 27, 2015
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