New Orleans Paranormal Investigation

New Orleans has no shortage of ghost stories, but this tour adds a hands-on twist: you walk the French Quarter with a real EMF meter, looking for unexplained readings at places linked to burials, murders, apparitions, and strange sensations. The route moves through streets, bars, balconies, hotels, churches, and other public places before finishing near Jackson Square.

I like two things here. First, the tour gets you walking through the French Quarter instead of sitting through a ghost lecture. Second, you can buy an optional to-go cocktail along the way, a very New Orleans way to keep the evening moving. The main caution is that this is entertainment and storytelling, not a guaranteed supernatural encounter, and the equipment may not always work as expected.

Key points to know before booking

• The route covers more than a dozen French Quarter locations: Expect a moving investigation rather than one haunted building.
• A real EMF meter is available: You must request equipment at check-in, provide contact details, and return it before leaving.
• Guide Ashli Fisher may lead the tour: Her style is energetic and story-heavy, with tales of ghosts, vampires, murders, and hauntings.
• The walk begins at 941 Bourbon Street: Meet on the sidewalk by the courtyard gate near Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar, not inside the bar.
• To-go drinks are optional: Alcohol costs extra, and the guide can refuse service to anyone who is extremely intoxicated.
• The tour makes no ghost guarantee: Treat it as a French Quarter walking tour with paranormal themes, not proof of the supernatural.

What kind of New Orleans experience is this?

This is a two-hour walking investigation through the Vieux Carré, New Orleans’ French Quarter. You are not taken to a single attraction with a staged haunted-house setup. Instead, you follow a guide from one public location to another, hearing stories and watching the EMF meter for unusual readings.

That format works well if you want your ghost tour tied to the actual streets of the city. The French Quarter provides the setting, and the guide provides the connections between old buildings, local legends, burial grounds, and reported paranormal activity.

The tour is also a practical introduction to the area for a first visit. You cover a wide section of the neighborhood, ending at Jackson Square. The guide points out places you might otherwise pass without noticing, including haunted homes, apartments, morgues, bathrooms, bars, pubs, cemeteries, balconies, galleries, hotels, sidewalks, and churches.

You should keep your expectations sensible. The tour company says all tours are for entertainment and that no ghost, spirit, vampire, demon, angel, or other supernatural being can be guaranteed. That honesty matters. You may feel a cold spot or see something unusual, but you may also simply hear good stories and learn your way around the Quarter.

Starting at 941 Bourbon Street

Arrive a few minutes early at 941 Bourbon Street. The meeting point is on the sidewalk at the gate of the courtyard attached to Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar. You do not check in inside the bar, and the tour is not affiliated with the business at that address.

This detail is important because Bourbon Street has plenty of noise, crowds, and businesses competing for your attention. If you wait inside the bar, you may miss the guide. Tours leave at the scheduled time, and a late arrival may mean losing the booking without a refund.

At check-in, ask if you want to use paranormal equipment. The EMF meter is not automatically handed to every person who arrives. You must request it and provide your name, phone number, address, and booking reference number. Equipment is tracked and must be returned at the end of the walk.

Take care with it. The terms state that lost, damaged, or missing equipment can result in a $250 charge. Children under 18 also need a parent or guardian unless a guide authorizes otherwise, and some bars along the route do not allow children inside.

The first investigation and the French Quarter streets

The first stop is described as a mass burial ground known for cold spots, apparitions, and orbs. The exact character of this stop is less about entering a formal attraction and more about standing in a historic part of the Quarter while the guide explains the reports connected to it.

This is where the EMF meter adds a little participation. Instead of only listening, you may get a chance to hold the device and watch its readings. That can make the tour more engaging for amateur detectives and curious first-timers, even if you remain skeptical about what the readings mean.

One practical warning: equipment reliability may vary. A past participant reported that the two available ghost detectors had been dropped and were not working. I would treat the meter as a bonus, not the reason to buy the tour. The stories and neighborhood walk need to carry the experience if the device fails.

The pace is described as moderate. You will be walking on old, uneven streets and sidewalks, so wear shoes with good support. The guide must keep the group moving, and the terms say the tour cannot stop so people can wander away for photos. You can take pictures, but stay with the group.

Jackson Square and the wider haunted route

The route continues toward Jackson Square, where the tour ends. Along the way, the investigation covers more than a dozen places within the French Quarter’s 78-block area.

That range is one of the better reasons to choose this tour. You are not getting a single ghost story repeated at one address. You move through different kinds of locations, each with a different mood and set of legends. A haunted balcony creates one kind of image. A bar, morgue, cemetery, hotel, or church suggests another.

Some locations are viewed from public areas. The operator states that the tour does not enter private property and that no access to private locations is arranged. Respect that boundary. Do not ring doorbells, enter courtyards without permission, or treat residential buildings as props for the tour.

The final approach to Jackson Square gives you a useful orientation to one of the Quarter’s best-known public spaces. Since the tour ends there, you can continue your evening in the area, though the booking does not include transportation back to your hotel.

Stories, guide style, and group size

The guide is central to this experience. Ashli Fisher, one of the owners and operators, has led the walk with an exuberant style. Her storytelling covers hauntings, vampires, murders, and other dark tales tied to New Orleans.

That energy will suit you if you like a guide who performs the story rather than quietly reciting dates and names. It may not suit you if you want a restrained, academic explanation of local history. The advertised tone is paranormal and entertaining, not a formal history seminar.

The maximum group size is 28 people. That is large enough to feel social and small enough for a guide to manage on city sidewalks, though the experience can feel very different with six people than with 28. One especially strong account described a private outing with Ashli that felt more relaxed and fun because the group was small.

The tour may last from one to two hours, even though it is sold as approximately two hours. Waiting inside busy bars can extend the route. That means you should not schedule a tight dinner reservation immediately afterward.

To-go cocktails and bar stops

You can purchase drinks along the route, including to-go cocktails. Alcohol is not included in the $35 price, so budget for it separately.

This option fits the setting. New Orleans allows visitors to carry drinks in designated situations, and a cocktail can make the walk feel more like an evening out than a standard sightseeing circuit. You do not need to drink to enjoy the tour, and to-go windows are available for people who do not want to enter a bar.

Use restraint. The operator may refuse service to anyone who is extremely intoxicated, and a canceled tour caused by severe intoxication does not qualify for a refund. The group also needs to keep moving, so this is not a bar crawl with long stops at each place.

Bar access can affect the timing. Some locations may be crowded, and waiting inside can slow the tour. If you want the most predictable schedule, skip the drinks or keep each stop brief.

Is $35 a fair price?

At $35 per person, the tour is reasonably priced for a guided French Quarter walk lasting up to two hours. You are paying for a local guide, a route through more than a dozen locations, paranormal equipment access, and stories that help explain why the neighborhood has such a strong haunted reputation.

The value depends on what you want. If you are mainly looking for a cheap way to see the Quarter at night while hearing entertaining tales, the price is fair. If you expect entry into several haunted buildings, private access, working equipment at every stop, or a guaranteed apparition, the price will not meet those expectations.

Admission to the listed stops is free, but that does not mean the tour includes entry to every bar or building. Drinks cost extra, and gratuities are not included. I would also leave room in your budget for a tip if the guide keeps the group engaged and handles the route well.

The booking is often made about five days ahead, so you do not necessarily need to reserve far in advance. Still, the maximum group size is 28, and minimum numbers apply. The tour can be canceled before departure if too few people book, with notice sent by text, email, or phone when contact details are accurate.

Weather, cancellations, and practical planning

This is a rain-or-shine walking tour. New Orleans can be very hot or surprisingly cold, and the operator expects you to prepare for the conditions. Wear comfortable shoes, carry weather protection, and bring water when the forecast calls for heat.

The cancellation terms are strict. Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason after booking. If the operator cancels because of weather or another major event, prepaid customers receive credit for a future tour, and if minimum numbers are not met, an alternative or full refund may be offered.

Keep your phone available before departure. Delays or changes may be sent by text, and an incorrect phone number can leave you without an update. If you are running late, contact the operator before the scheduled start. Once the guide leaves, they cannot stop to answer calls while leading the group.

The route uses public streets and old walkways. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed, but the pace is moderate and the surface may be uneven. The terms also place responsibility for personal belongings and injuries on the participant, so stay alert around sidewalks and traffic.

Who will enjoy this tour most?

I would choose this tour for a first visit to New Orleans if you like ghost stories but also want to walk through the French Quarter. It suits amateur paranormal investigators, couples looking for an unusual evening activity, and families with older children who can manage the pace and understand that the tour may visit bars.

It is also a good fit for someone who wants a guide-led orientation without paying for a large attraction or formal museum visit. You see many parts of the Quarter, hear local legends, and finish at Jackson Square.

I would skip it if you need guaranteed access to haunted interiors, a fully working device at every stop, or a quiet and scholarly presentation. I would also avoid booking it as your only evening plan if you dislike crowds, uneven sidewalks, or strict departure times.

My advice before you book

Book this as a storytelling walk with paranormal tools, not as proof that ghosts exist. The strongest part is the combination of New Orleans streets, colorful local tales, and a guide who can keep the group moving through a large section of the French Quarter.

The main risks are clear: equipment may fail, the group may be larger than expected, the route can run long, and the refund policy is unforgiving. Confirm your date, time, and meeting point carefully. Arrive early, ask for the EMF meter at check-in, and keep your phone ready for updates.

If those conditions sound fine, $35 is a fair way to spend an evening in the Quarter. You will get the most from it if you enjoy the atmosphere, listen closely, and do not require a ghost to appear on cue.

FAQ

Where does the New Orleans Paranormal Investigation begin?

The tour begins at 941 Bourbon Street in New Orleans. Meet on the sidewalk by the gate of the courtyard attached to Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar, not inside the bar.

Where does the tour finish?

The tour ends in the Jackson Square area of the French Quarter.

How long does the tour last?

The tour is scheduled for approximately two hours, but it may last from one to two hours. Waiting inside busy bars can affect the timing.

Is alcohol included in the ticket price?

No. Alcoholic drinks are not included, but you can buy drinks along the route at your own expense. To-go drink options are available.

Will I definitely see a ghost?

No. The tour operator does not guarantee paranormal activity or sightings of ghosts, spirits, vampires, demons, angels, or other supernatural beings.

Can I use paranormal equipment during the tour?

Yes. An EMF meter and other equipment may be available, but you must request it at check-in, provide the required personal and booking details, and return it before leaving. A $250 fee may apply for lost or damaged equipment.