New Orleans: Private Haunted Excursion Tour

French Quarter, New Orleans



Stroll down the streets of the French Quarter while hearing these magnificently detailed stories of what has made New Orleans what it is today. Enjoy terrifying stories about the haunted places.

Haunted French Quarter Walking Tour in New Orleans

This two-hour walking tour in New Orleans’ French Quarter explores the city’s dark history, paranormal activity, and unique culture, suited for history and mystery enthusiasts.

Description

New Orleans is known for its rich history coupled with numerous unsolved mysteries, including documented murders, suicides, and strong paranormal sightings. Often called the most haunted city in the United States, it reveals stories of vampires and ghosts roaming the French Quarter’s streets.

Your guide will share Louisiana legends passed down for centuries, covering New Orleans Voodoo’s role in local history and daily life. Learn about Marie Laveau, the famous Voodoo Queen, visit her former home, and see the site where Sunday voodoo ceremonies were held.

Explore over fifteen locations including National Historical Landmarks, Louisiana State Museums, St Louis Cathedral, Sultan’s Palace, the Louisiana Purchase signing site, and the LaLaurie Mansion, reputed as the city’s most haunted house. Discover the stories of casket girls believed to have introduced vampires to the city, the Ursuline Nuns’ historical significance, and local traditions including pirate history and unique burial practices involving above-ground cemeteries and recycled vaults.

Experience New Orleans culture through its distinctive architecture, folklore, and possible paranormal encounters during the tour.

Highlights

  • Learn about the neighborhood’s dark mythology and history from an insider
  • Enjoy a leisurely walking expedition filled with tantalizing sights and sounds
  • Visit sites of tragic deaths and reputed supernatural sightings

Includes

  • Admission to the 2-hour Haunted Excursion Tour
  • Professional and friendly tour guide
  • Option to book a private tour for groups up to 28 people

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking tip: Wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight for the best experience. Evening tours are recommended to enhance the atmosphere.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a two-hour guided walking tour through the French Quarter focused on the area's dark mythology, history, and reported paranormal activity.
The tour explores various sites within New Orleans' French Quarter known for tragic deaths and supernatural legends.
Local experts with knowledge of New Orleans' history and paranormal stories guide the tour.
Yes, the tour is designed as a private experience suitable for personal groups.
The tour content focuses on dark history and paranormal events and may not be appropriate for young children; check age recommendations before booking.
The walking tour lasts approximately two hours.
Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended since the tour is outdoors in the French Quarter.
Evening hours enhance the spooky atmosphere, but check the website for current available times.
Accessibility may vary; contact the tour provider to confirm accommodations for mobility needs.
The tour covers historical tragedies, local legends, and reputed supernatural events connected to the French Quarter.

Trusted local guides, read by millions every month

  • 2006 online since
  • 26.2M page views a month across the network
  • 14 languages

180+ destination guides, one network

Every guide covers a single destination on its own website, with events, restaurants, things to do and places to stay chosen from local recommendations.

My Guide Network Locations

Nearby Destinations

Add to your trip

Add your travel dates so we can place this on the right day, or save it for later.

Added to your trip Added to day {[{trip.toast.day}]}, MorningAfternoonEvening Saved to your trip Already in your trip Transfer saved to your trip Save your trip to get fresh suggestions Staying in {[{trip.toast.label}]} Base cleared Trip deleted Link copied Could not save your trip Something went wrong, please try again