Walking Tour
Step inside the darkest chapters of New Orleans history. This expertly guided walking experience leads guests through legendary haunted locations — revealing documented tales of tragedy, madness, and the restless dead.
What's Included
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1.5–2 hours walking tour through the French Quarter
Expert local English-speaking professional storyteller
English
Fully accessible route throughout the tour
Step by Step
Your haunted journey begins at this iconic French Quarter gathering spot where guides set the stage for the chilling evening ahead. Meet your group, hear the ground rules, and prepare to enter the dark heart of New Orleans.
Wind through the lantern-lit cobblestone streets where centuries of shadowy history cling to every iron balcony, dimly lit courtyard, and darkened doorway of the Vieux Carré.
Pass one of New Orleans' most famously haunted restaurants, where the spirit of a ruined gambler still roams the upstairs seance lounge to this day, unwilling to leave the table where he lost everything.
The oldest surviving building in the Mississippi River Valley holds dark secrets — tales of coffins, casket girls, and ancient curses never fully lifted, sealed behind shuttered windows that open to no one.
Explore where America's first licensed pharmacist practiced both medicine and darker arts — remedies, potions, and rumors of human experiments within these storied walls on Chartres Street.
Stand before the most infamous address in New Orleans. The site of unspeakable horrors uncovered in 1834 that still echo through every stone. One of the most documented haunted locations in America.
A brief pause to collect your nerves, grab a refreshment, and prepare for the final chapter of the night before the tour reaches its dramatic conclusion.
The tour concludes at the beating heart of the French Quarter. The illuminated St. Louis Cathedral looms above as the spirits settle back into the night — and you carry their stories with you.
Tour Highlights
Stand before New Orleans' most haunted address and hear the true, documented story behind its legendary horrors.
Hear chilling, historically accurate tales of New Orleans' most enduring and documented ghost legends.
Uncover the real lore behind New Orleans' vampires, Voodoo Priestesses, and the city's supernatural underworld.
Discover where medicine and the occult once coexisted behind closed doors on the cobblestones of Chartres Street.
Guests regularly report unexplained figures and strange lights in photos taken throughout the tour.
No cheap jump scares — every story is rooted in documented New Orleans history by expert local guides.
What to Expect
Before You Go
The tour covers 1.5–2 miles of historic French Quarter streets, many of which feature original uneven cobblestone pavement. Sturdy, closed-toe shoes will keep you comfortable and steady throughout the entire journey after dark.
Ghost Tour New Orleans runs every scheduled night regardless of weather. Light rain often adds to the atmosphere of the French Quarter after dark. Guests are encouraged to bring a light rain jacket or small umbrella during the wetter months, particularly November through March.
New Orleans summers are notoriously hot and humid, with evening temperatures regularly staying above 85°F well into the night. Staying hydrated during the tour will ensure you remain comfortable and focused on every chilling story your guide shares.
Families with children aged 10 and older are welcome. The content is historically grounded rather than shock-focused, but the stories of tragedy, death, and the supernatural are authentically told. Parents are the best judges of their child's comfort level with mature themes.
The French Quarter at night offers some of the most atmospheric photography opportunities in the American South. Guests are encouraged to bring cameras and capture the lantern-lit streets, historic facades, and famous locations visited throughout the tour. Some guests have reported capturing truly unexplained images along the way.
Parts of the French Quarter feature original 18th and 19th century cobblestone and brick paving that can be uneven underfoot. While the tour route is fully walkable, guests with mobility concerns are encouraged to contact us in advance so accommodations can be arranged where possible.
