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The 15 Best Ghost Walking Tours in New Orleans

31 tours  ·  from $7 a head

The good ghost walking tours in New Orleans sell out on the nights you actually want. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour - Meeting at 311 Exchange Place
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New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

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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New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour - Muriel’s and Jackson Square set the tone
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New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour

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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Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter - Starting near North Rampart Street
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Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

3.Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

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

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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New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour - The Inn on Ursulines and a gruesome case
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New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

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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New Orleans: 2-Hour Ghosts & Vampires Walking Tour - The first stories: crime, cruelty, and the Lalaurie Mansion
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New Orleans: 2-Hour Ghosts & Vampires Walking Tour

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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Adults-Only Uncensored Ghost, Vampire, and Voodoo Walking Tour - Pirates Alley and the old French Quarter
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Adults-Only Uncensored Ghost, Vampire, and Voodoo Walking Tour

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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Haunted New Orleans Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour - The first bar and New Orleans brothel history
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Haunted New Orleans Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

7.Haunted New Orleans Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Walk New Orleans with a costumed guide such as Jo, Heather, Marcello, or Nia, stopping at three or more haunted bars. You will hear tales of brothels, hotels, St. Louis Cathedral, and privateer Jean Lafitte. Drinks cost extra, and the evening ends near Pirate’s Alley Cafe with a chance to try the Green Fairy.

“Such a fun experience to hear about the haunted places in New Orleans while trying a great variety of cocktails! The best part was that our guide was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic, she made the tour really special!”

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New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Legends Walking Tour - Meeting near Bourbon and Royal Streets
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New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost and Legends Walking Tour

8.French Quarter Ghost and Legends Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 129 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Walk less than a mile through New Orleans' French Quarter with an English-speaking guide, hearing eerie stories at the Lalaurie Mansion, Napoleon House, and other haunted sites. Guides such as Thorn, Dominick, Lucy, and Ari have led memorable tours. Expect history, theatrical storytelling, and a stop at a haunted bar.

“I wish I could remember the name of our brunette tour guide, but she was awesome! She brought humor, drama. historic facts, and geography to the tour. My husband and I had some encounters on our Ghost Hunting Tool app for our phones. Another member of the tour caught an apparition in her photos. I was concerned that it would be too much walking, but it was not at all. We wove our way through the French Quarter and were entertained all the way. I'd do it again in a heartbeat.”

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New Orleans: Witches Coven Garden District Walking Tour - Mansions, gardens, and the Mayfair Witches connection
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New Orleans: Witches Coven Garden District Walking Tour

9.Witches Coven Garden District Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 113 reviews · 1h 30m · from $35

This 90-minute Garden District walk explores New Orleans witchcraft families, the Mayfair Witches mansion, Anne Rice’s house, American Horror Story sites, and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. Guides such as Lacey Harris share family stories and local lore. The cemetery is viewed from outside because public entry is currently closed.

“Great and clear presentation! Had a lovely time and learnt a lot of things about the history of the neighbourhood, a very good guide!”

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New Orleans Evening Small-Group Haunted Walking Tour - Jackson Square, where the city’s story turns grim
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New Orleans Evening Small-Group Haunted Walking Tour

10.New Orleans Evening Small-Group Haunted Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $37

Spend about two hours walking the French Quarter with an English-speaking guide and a group capped at 15. Expect a mix of ghost tales, true crime, architecture, and New Orleans history, with stops near Jackson Square, the Old Ursuline Convent, and LaLaurie Mansion. Guides such as Elaine, Dalvin, Mikko, and Monique bring different styles to the route.

“Our tour was with Monique. She was super knowledgeable about New Orleans history and made the tour fun. She was funny and made the tour interesting”

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Ghost Stories and True Crime Walking Tour of the French Quarter - The French Quarter: stories on every block
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Ghost Stories and True Crime Walking Tour of the French Quarter

11.Ghost Stories and True Crime Walking Tour of the French Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33

Walk through New Orleans at night with guides such as Libby, Scott, or Joshua, hearing true crime cases, ghost stories, and folklore tied to Royal Street, the Mississippi River, and Bourbon Street. The two-hour tour keeps groups to 16 people and favors clear storytelling and historical detail over costumes or theatrical scares.

“Libby was an amazing story teller. Perfect mix of folklore, history and ghost stories. Highly recommend!”

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New Orleans: Haunted Drunken History Walking Tour - How the two-hour walk unfolds
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New Orleans: Haunted Drunken History Walking Tour

12.Haunted Drunken History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 50 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Walk New Orleans’ French Quarter for two hours with a live English-speaking guide, one included cocktail, and plenty of history with the spooky and bawdy details left in. Guides have included Raffle, Robert, and Wendy. You pay for later drinks, so budget for bar stops.

“Robert was a great story teller and very enthusiastic as a good. He brought a lot of energy and excitement to the tour! Tyke drinks he recommended were delicious as well!”

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The Haunted AF French Quarter Walking Tour - Madame John’s Legacy and the Quarter’s older face
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The Haunted AF French Quarter Walking Tour

13.The Haunted AF French Quarter Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Walk the French Quarter for about two hours with Brian Webber or another guide from his team. Visit Madame John’s Legacy, Harry’s Corner Bar, and the LaLaurie Mansion while hearing dark history, ghost stories, and lesser-known local tales. Groups are capped at 12, with wireless headsets used on some tours.

“Brian never disappoints. We took his tour several years ago and made it point to do it again this time in New Orleans. He customizes his talk based on what you are interested in and had us totally engaged and laughing the whole time. Highly recommend!”

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Witches Coven Walking Tour in New Orleans - Walking through the Garden District
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Witches Coven Walking Tour in New Orleans

14.Witches Coven Walking Tour in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Walk New Orleans’s Garden District with guides such as Lacey, DeAnna, Angela, and Charmaine, hearing local stories about witchcraft, family, burial customs, and the homes linked to film and literature. The 1-hour-45-minute tour includes Buckner Mansion and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, with groups capped at 14 people.

“It is a long winding tour and little about witches and there history. More about houses and architectural history”

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Haunted French Quarter Walking Tour in New Orleans - Starting on Decatur Street at 7:30 pm
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Haunted French Quarter Walking Tour in New Orleans

15.Haunted French Quarter Walking Tour in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $25

Meet at 7:30 pm on Decatur Street for a two-hour English walking tour through the French Quarter. Your local guide leads you to sites tied to LaLaurie Mansion, Pirates Alley, Bourbon Orleans Hotel, and other New Orleans spirits. Guide Moira has earned special praise for her humor and storytelling, though guides can vary.

“Tour guide was knownalgeabe, appeared high. Talked so fast hard to understand. Didn't get any fellings of a ghost tour experience. Would not recommend this.”

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