Dark Side of New Orleans: French Quarter Ghost Tour

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This nighttime walking tour visits spooky locations like Pirates Alley and Muriel's. You’ll hear tales of the chilling history of this haunted city. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

New Orleans is rumored to have a strong presence of ghosts and spirits. Some say it's America's most haunted city. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

New Orleans is famous for its connection to ghosts, spirits, and the supernatural. With centuries of fascinating and sometimes dark history, the city has earned a reputation as one of America's most haunted destinations.

Join us for a family-friendly New Orleans ghost tour through the historic French Quarter, where your local guide will share chilling tales of haunted locations, tragic events, mysterious deaths, and the legends that continue to surround the city.

Explore the darker side of New Orleans history, from yellow fever epidemics and Civil War tragedies to paranormal encounters and stories that inspired popular culture. This French Quarter ghost tour combines history, storytelling, and local legends for a memorable evening experience.

All locations are viewed from the outside, allowing you to experience the atmosphere and history of these fascinating places after dark. Discover the legends and dark history that make New Orleans unforgettable.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 27 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Operated by: Tours by Foot New Orleans

Ages: Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Visit to historic locations connected to ghost stories and local folklore
Included: Guided walking tour of the historic French Quarter
Included: Local professional guide
Included: Stories of New Orleans haunted history, legends, and dark past

Not included

Not included: There are no additional costs associated with this tour.
Not included: Bottled water: Water can be purchased near by.
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Interior access to tour locations (tour is outdoors)

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

Meet your guide at the steps of the iconic St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square, the historic heart of the French Quarter. Begin your journey into New Orleans' darker history as you explore the legends and mysterious stories connected to Père Antoine Alley, one of the French Quarter's oldest passageways.
Stop 2

10 min

Discover the ghostly legends surrounding Muriel's Jackson Square, including the story of the spirit said to haunt the restaurant and the famous séance room created to honor its mysterious history. Learn how this historic French Quarter location became connected to New Orleans' paranormal lore.
Old Ursuline Convent Museum

15 min

Explore the mysterious history of the Old Ursuline Convent, one of New Orleans' oldest buildings. Hear the legend of the Casket Girls, the stories surrounding their arrival in New Orleans, and the vampire folklore that has become connected to this historic location. Discover the ghostly tales and mysteries that have surrounded the convent for centuries.
Stop 4

10 min

Discover the dark history and ghostly legends surrounding Hotel Provincial, a historic French Quarter property with a tragic past. Hear the chilling stories connected to the bloodshed that once took place on these grounds and the legends of spirits, including ghostly soldiers and mysterious nuns, said to still haunt the location.
Lalaurie Mansion

20 min

Visit one of New Orleans' most infamous historic locations and learn about the tragic and disturbing history of the LaLaurie Mansion. Hear the documented events surrounding Madame Delphine LaLaurie, the cruelty that took place inside the home, and how this story became one of the city's most enduring legends.
Stop 6

15 min

Discover the haunted history of the Andrew Jackson Hotel, a historic French Quarter property known for its ghostly legends and mysterious encounters. Hear the stories of paranormal activity connected to this landmark location and learn why it remains one of New Orleans' most intriguing haunted hotels.