Explore NOLA: Ghosts, Voodoo & Haunted History Walking Tour

Explore NOLA: Ghosts, Voodoo & Haunted History Walking Tour

Discover the haunted history of New Orleans’ French Quarter! Explore ghostly legends, voodoo rituals, and the mysteries behind its most infamous landmarks.

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Highlights

Explore haunted houses and eerie ghost stories in the French Quarter.
Learn about New Orleans' mystical voodoo practices and ancient rituals.
Hear the captivating tale of Marie Laveau, Voodoo Queen of New Orleans.
Visit sites featured in True Blood, Interview with the Vampire, & more.
Uncover the dark history of vampires, ghosts, and paranormal activity.

Description

Embark on a spine-tingling journey through the heart of New Orleans with this guided tour, as you delve into the city’s rich and mysterious history. Meet your local guide in the iconic French Quarter and prepare to be immersed in a world of ghostly legends, voodoo practices, and ancient rituals. Known for its hauntingly beautiful architecture and its unique blend of cultures, the French Quarter is a place where the past never truly fades, and the supernatural is never far behind. Your adventure begins with a leisurely walk through the French Quarter, one of the most historic and haunted neighborhoods in New Orleans. As you wander through its cobblestone streets, your guide will lead you to some of the most notorious haunted houses in the area, where the restless spirits of the past are said to linger. Hear eerie tales of ghostly apparitions, mysterious disappearances, and the dark secrets these buildings hold within their walls. New Orleans is renowned for its voodoo culture, and no tour would be complete without exploring the ancient practices that have shaped the city’s spiritual landscape. Learn about the fascinating burial rites that have evolved over centuries, from elaborate above-ground tombs to the ritualistic customs that still influence the city today. Your guide will share stories of voodoo queens and powerful practitioners who shaped the course of New Orleans’ occult history, including the infamous Marie Laveau. Marie Laveau, known as the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, remains one of the most compelling figures in the city’s folklore. As you stand at the historic sites connected to her, you’ll hear the incredible story of her rise to prominence in the 19th century. A powerful practitioner of divination, magic, and the occult, Marie Laveau’s influence still echoes through the streets of the French Quarter. Discover how she earned her reputation as a healer, spiritual leader, and the keeper of mystical knowledge. You’ll also learn about her pet snake, Zombi, named after an African deity, which she used in her rituals. Her life, filled with intrigue and mystery, continues to captivate visitors and locals alike. Along the way, your guide will take you past locations that have become famous not just for their haunted history but also for their appearances in popular culture. From the eerie atmosphere of *True Blood* to the chilling scenes in *Interview with the Vampire* and the macabre twists of *American Horror Story*, the French Quarter has long served as the backdrop for stories of the occult. Your guide will share behind-the-scenes details of these productions and how they draw inspiration from the real-life supernatural elements that permeate the neighborhood. As you walk through the French Quarter, the lines between reality and the paranormal will begin to blur. Your guide will introduce you to the ghosts and vampires that are said to haunt these storied streets, with tales that will send a chill down your spine.

Includes

Local tour guide Walking Tour

Important Information

The walking tour takes approximately two hours and covers a distance of around 2.4 kilometers, so wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. The tour is not recommended for children under 13 years of age. The tour may be canceled in case of adverse weather conditions and refunds will be issued in these cases. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the memorable experience of haunted houses, funeral rites and voodoo practices. This Tour is not Private. Important notice for last minute bookings (on the same day or from one day to the next): in case of lack of places the customer will be placed on the day following the booked date. If the chosen time is not available, you will be transferred to another time on the same day, for example, if you choose the time of 4:00 pm and thebox office closes at that time, you will be transferred to the first available time, 6:30 pm subject to availability. We will not accept subsequent complaints or refund requests.