The 6 Best Ghost Walking Tours in New Orleans

1.New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12,856 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $27Our pick

Walk through the French Quarter for 1 hour 45 minutes with guides such as Spooky Rob, Lisa, Logan, and Juju. Hear stories tied to Madame LaLaurie, the Casket Girls, voodoo, vampires, yellow fever, and old medical practices. Expect outdoor stops, uneven sidewalks, street noise, and a group of up to 28 people.

“Coby was a great tour guide with lots ofinformation and knowledge. About history. We had a great time”

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2.New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,731 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $32

Walk from Witches Brew Gallery through the French Quarter with an English-speaking guide such as Logan, Morgan, Mack, or Spooky Rob. Hear the grim LaLaurie story, learn why Vodou has been misrepresented, pass old convents and medical sites, and finish near Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar. Expect outdoor walking, local folklore, and plenty of dark humor.

“Hannah was such an amazing tour guide. She’s was knowledgeable and if she wasn’t sure of a question asked she would find out the answer for us. It was such a nice experience!”

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3.Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,406 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $21Best value

Walk New Orleans’ French Quarter at night with guides such as Randy, Yvette, Michael, and Breon. Over about two hours, you’ll hear documented history, ghost stories, the grim tale of Madame LaLaurie, and accounts of a real-life vampire community. The tour starts near North Rampart Street and ends at Jackson Square.

“Great storytelling with historical references. Randy is a master of his craft. He made the experience entertaining.”

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4.New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,666 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $38Top rated

Walk the French Quarter with a local horror-storian for 1 hour 45 minutes, visiting St. Louis Cathedral, the BK House, Inn on Ursulines, Exchange Place, and the Louisiana Supreme Court. Guides such as Jamie, Christo, Lucy, and Anja mix documented crime with ghost lore. Tours are for ages 17 and up.

“We very much enjoyed our tour! Lucy really painted a picture, with her words and passion, of the gorier side of this beautiful city’s history. Highly recommended!”

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5.2-Hour Ghosts & Vampires Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · 1h 27m · from $22

Walk New Orleans’ French Quarter with storytellers such as Kathryn, Raven, Angela, or Niki as they connect Madame Lalaurie, the Mad Butcher, vampires, and local folklore to the city’s dark past. The 87-minute tour begins at Voodoo Lounge, includes a 2-for-1 hurricane before departure, and runs rain or shine.

“Our tour guide Jennifer was absolutely incredible! Very knowledgeable and was very funny while still keeping the stories creepy and chilling.”

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6.Adults-Only Uncensored Ghost, Vampire, and Voodoo Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 311 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Walk the French Quarter with an adults-only guide such as Mia, Yah Yah Universe, or Mistress G. Hear uncensored stories of ghosts, vampires, voodoo, witchcraft, LaLaurie Mansion, haunted hotels, and local crime. The two-hour route includes a bar break, spectral photos, and outdoor stops only. Drinks and tips cost extra.

“The tour guide was very friendly and nice, which we appreciated. However, the overall experience wasn’t quite what we expected. Many people in the group seemed to have a hard time following her stories—some were sitting on the ground or walking away, which was a bit distracting. The storytelling didn’t quite hold our interest, and it felt a bit monotonous at times. That said, she did share some interesting facts, and we appreciate her effort. The website mentioned that we would see five different spots during the tour. However, when we asked the guide about one of them, she said we wouldn’t be stopping there because it wasn’t part of…”

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