Ghosts of the French Quarter Tour

Description

With over 300 years since its founding, the Crescent City has endured through incredible hardships. From violent beginnings in an underdeveloped wilderness, through the horrors of slavery and colonization, and ultimately its development as a port town, New Orleans has seen it ALL: duels, massive fires, embattled conflicts, rampant disease, and devastating hurricanes. It’s no wonder that the French Quarter is considered one of the most haunted locations in America, if not the most haunted! And also why New Orleans ghost tours are on every visitor’s bucket list!

Based on true events
Steeped in tragedy, the city’s mysterious past has a way of colliding with the present. Travel back in time as we explore the most prominent news stories and facts behind the legends and folktales of the city’s paranormal occurrences, often stemming from the darker side of history.

Tour info

Duration

2 hours

Group Size

Up to 9

Price starts at

$39~~$49~~

Languages

English

Why take this tour?

This is not just another New Orleans ghost tour. With just 9 people per tour max, it’s often hailed as the best ghost tour in New Orleans for its intimate, personalized experience.

Uncover the chilling tales and haunted history of New Orleans on this unforgettable French Quarter ghost tour. With over 300 years of triumphs and tragedies, the Crescent City’s past is as mysterious as it is captivating. From duels and fires to deadly plagues and hurricanes, New Orleans has endured it all, leaving behind a tapestry of legends and ghostly encounters. Based on true events, this tour takes you deep into the darker side of the city’s history, where tragedy and folklore collide. Explore stories of vampires linked to the infamous Casket Girls at the Old Ursuline Convent, the horrifying crimes of Delphine Lalaurie at her Royal Street mansion, and a “spirited” dining table at a fine-dining restaurant where the past meets the present.

You’ll also learn about different types of hauntings—residual, intelligent, and more—while visiting the most haunted locations in America’s most haunted city. Perfect for history buffs and thrill-seekers alike, this tour delivers spine-tingling stories in a small-group setting. Book now and walk in the footsteps of the departed on a journey that blends fact, folklore, and the paranormal.

Included

Guided Walking Tour
Licensed Local Guide

Excluded

Guide Gratuity
Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions

Where Do We Meet?

We’ll meet at: CC’s Coffee House at 941 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70116.

Will this be scary?

While the subject matter is quite creepy and macabre, our standard ghost tour can be best thought of as meriting a PG-13 rating –– this lets us raise or lower the fear factor depending who is on the tour! There are NO jump scares on the tour.

How much walking will there be?

This tour covers approximately 1 mile, with periods of standing for up to 15 minutes; guests will be walking or standing throughout the entire two-hour tour.

Is this appropriate for children?

While we try to adjust for our younger guests, think of the tour as a PG-13 scary movie. If your youngsters can handle that, they’ll have a blast on this tour.

How many people will there be on the tour?

This tour will max out at 9 guests. We pride ourselves on small group sizes so you’ll never be a part of one of those massive tour groups!

What if it’s raining?

Our tours run rain or shine; please bring an umbrella or poncho in order to stay dry during the tour. If the weather is severe enough that it poses a danger, we will call you to explain our decision and discuss alternatives (this is why it’s very important to list a good cell phone number when booking online!). If we cancel a tour because of severe weather, all guests will be given a full refund.

Should we eat before the tour?

The tour flows from place to place, so stopping for food will not be possible. We HIGHLY recommend that you have a decent meal before the tour and we will give you great recommendations for afterward!

Isn't it LaLaurie, with two capital Ls?

Actually, no! Although you may have seen it spelled that way before, in nearly every biography and academic book written about Delphine Lalaurie, the second L is lowercased. We do our utmost best to keep things as fact-based as possible on our tours, so for the sake of historical accuracy, we delved a little further and looked up newspaper articles of the time. In the infamous account reported in the New Orleans Bee the day after the shocking events took place in 1834, they indeed spelled her name with only one capital L.

Things to know

Tour Duration

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

Accessibility

Wheelchair-friendly with advance notice!

Cancellation Policy

We offer two types of tickets: non-refundable and refundable. Refundable tickets allow you to cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the tour starts.

All Private tours have a 72-hour cancellation policy, while Custom and Corporate tours follow the refund policies outlined in the contract.

We offer two types of tickets: non-refundable and refundable. Refundable tickets allow you to cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the tour starts.

All Private tours have a 72-hour cancellation policy, while Custom and Corporate tours follow the refund policies outlined in the contract.

Weather Considerations

Tours run rain or shine, so please dress accordingly.

Public Tour Size

Limited to just 9 people for an intimate and personalized experience.

Private Tour Pricing

Enjoy an exclusive and personalized experience with a private tour, starting at just $299.

Recent Reviews 18 Verified reviews

Allison Elfrink

15th December 2025

We did a group ghost tour in the French Quarter. Evian was our guide and his was amazing! Very knowledgeable and shared some great stories. I'd definitely book another tour with New Orleans Secrets Tours!

Phineflower

16th November 2025

We took the 1:00 PM Voodoo Tour on Saturday, Nov 15, and our guide knew his stuff. Not the usual “I googled this last night” level, but real scholar knowledge mixed with actual local insight. That...

We took the 1:00 PM Voodoo Tour on Saturday, Nov 15, and our guide knew his stuff. Not the usual “I googled this last night” level, but real scholar knowledge mixed with actual local insight. That combo is rare, and it showed. He was passionate, he encouraged real discussion, and he clearly cared about the history he was sharing. At times, it felt a little less like a relaxed tour and a little more like I accidentally wandered into a college seminar. Great information, plenty of detail, but I wouldn’t have been shocked if he suddenly asked us to take notes or submit a thesis. One practical heads-up: there’s a lot of standing on cement, and my Converse high-tops tapped out embarrassingly fast. Cute? Yes. Supportive? Absolutely not. If you wear shoes like mine, prepare for your feet to stage a full rebellion. Pick something that won’t betray you. Overall, a good tour with a smart guide; just go in expecting more substance than spooky theatrics and choose your footwear with more common sense than I did. We did the Ghosts of the French Quarter tour on 11/15 and overall had a good experience. Our guide was charismatic and clearly passionate about the history and stories he shared. He put a lot of energy into the performance, and you can tell he truly enjoys bringing the tales to life. The only thing to note is that the storytelling leaned pretty theatrical. Each stop ran a little long, and sometimes the stories drifted into what I can only describe as man-narrating—the dramatic cousin of mansplaining, where the story gets an extended edition you weren’t expecting. Some people will absolutely love that kind of delivery; others might find themselves checking the time. Still, we learned a lot, had some laughs, and enjoyed walking through the French Quarter at night. If you like your ghost tours with a bit of flair and a lot of personality, this one is worth trying.

Calvin Reed

13th October 2025

A++. Dane was absolutely the man, and hosted a lovely ghost tour. The group size is ideal, and we love the focus on a more intimate storytelling rather than the huge groups we kept wandering past! I c...

A++. Dane was absolutely the man, and hosted a lovely ghost tour. The group size is ideal, and we love the focus on a more intimate storytelling rather than the huge groups we kept wandering past! I can't recommend New Orleans Secrets enough, and we had such a great time that was both informative & spooky.

T T

8th October 2025

Great company to tour with! Our guide Dalvin was knowledgeable and entertaining, loved how intimate it was and heard really great stories along the way. We used the ghost tube app while on tour and the hot spots were hitting!

Chelsea Burns

2nd October 2025

Highly recommend the French Quarter ghost tour - it's small group settings for the tour, and its absolutely packed with history and ghost stories. We loved this experience.

Frankie Z

2nd October 2025

Came highly recommended by a friend! The ghost tour with Barrett was equally entertaining and informative. There were 6 people in the group, which made for a more personalized experience. His parting words was a nice end to our night 😊

Tom Stevens

27th September 2025

This ghost tour was the best! Ty was our guide and he was amazing, gave so much good detail behind every ghost story and had answers to all our questions, we ended up learning so much about the histor...

This ghost tour was the best! Ty was our guide and he was amazing, gave so much good detail behind every ghost story and had answers to all our questions, we ended up learning so much about the history of New Orleans and the many historical events that influence the cuisine, architecture and unique culture here. As a local, he even gave us some great recommendations for places to visit that aren’t full of tourists so we could get a proper New Orleans experience. Highly recommend if you’re visiting New Orleans for the first time! Thank you Ty!!

No Name

19th July 2025

My husband and I had our very own private ghost tour with Barrett, and it was fantastic from start to finish. Barrett is a phenomenal storyteller. He kept us engaged the entire time with a mix of hist...

My husband and I had our very own private ghost tour with Barrett, and it was fantastic from start to finish. Barrett is a phenomenal storyteller. He kept us engaged the entire time with a mix of history, mystery, and humor. We explored some really beautiful and atmospheric parts of the city that we might not have found on our own. The pace was perfect, and it felt like a fun, spooky evening stroll with a friend who knew all the secrets of New Orleans. Highly recommend this tour if you’re looking for something entertaining, informative, and a little eerie!

Bayley R

12th May 2025

Such an amazing tour! Our guide was extremely personable and really went above and beyond. He filled us in on all the New Orleans history and relevant ghost reports associated with many of the famous ...

Such an amazing tour! Our guide was extremely personable and really went above and beyond. He filled us in on all the New Orleans history and relevant ghost reports associated with many of the famous locations. It was a fantastic mix of real life tragedy and unexplainable mystery. It was just me and my boyfriend in the tour group, so it felt extra personalized. Definitely recommend this company!!

Description

Tour info

Why take this tour?

Included

Guided Walking Tour

Licensed Local Guide

Excluded

Guide Gratuity

Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions

Things to know

Tour Duration

Accessibility

Cancellation Policy

Weather Considerations

Public Tour Size

Private Tour Pricing

Recent Reviews <img style=" width: 18px;" src="https://nosecretstours.com/wp-content/themes/gondola-wp/resources/assets/images/verify.png" alt="verify"> 18 Verified reviews

Allison Elfrink

Phineflower

Calvin Reed

T T

Chelsea Burns

Frankie Z

Tom Stevens

No Name

Bayley R

Check Availability

Why book with us?

More Experiences .accent-svg{fill:#ed9774;}

Recent Reviews 18 Verified reviews

More Experiences