New Orleans: Adults-Only Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Night Tour

Summary

Sinister stories, voodoo rituals & vampire legends in the French Quarter

You’ll wander New Orleans’ French Quarter after dark with a local guide sharing ghost stories, voodoo rituals, and vampire legends on this adults-only walking tour. Feel the city’s eerie energy as you pass haunted mansions and leave your own offering behind—there’s something unforgettable about those shadowy streets at night.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to laugh so much on a ghost tour, but that’s New Orleans for you. The air was thick and warm, even at night—smelled faintly of spilled beer and jasmine from someone’s courtyard garden. Our guide, Marcus, started us off near Jackson Square with this grin like he knew secrets about every brick. I tried to keep up as he launched into the first story about a tragic lover who supposedly still wanders these streets (honestly, it gave me chills when a streetcar bell echoed right then—timing or ghosts?).

We wound through Royal Street where the houses look pretty in daylight but at night…well, you start noticing how the shutters creak and shadows move weirdly behind lace curtains. Marcus told us about LaLaurie Mansion and I swear the group got quieter—he didn’t sugarcoat anything about what happened there. Someone asked if we’d go inside but nope, it’s all outside (which felt right; some places you just don’t enter). At one point he handed around these little glass bottles—voodoo elixirs, he said—and let us leave beads at a gate for luck. I tried not to fumble mine.

The best part? It never felt scripted. Marcus answered every random question (“Is vampirism real here?” got more than a few laughs), and pointed out tiny things I’d have missed—like how locals tap their fingers on iron fences for luck or avoid certain corners after midnight. By the time we stopped by the old Pharmacy Museum, the air felt heavier somehow. Maybe just my imagination—or maybe not. Either way, I still think about that flicker of candlelight we glimpsed through an upstairs window…

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore New Orleans dark history

• Hear tale of infamous vampire
• Learn about mad doctor's experiments
• Visit French Quarter ghosts at Jackson Square
• See sinister homes along Royal Street
• Hear legends at old French Quarter building
• Discover haunting of LaLaurie Mansion

Top questions

Is this New Orleans ghost tour really adults-only?

Yes, this tour is strictly for guests aged 21 and over.

Do we enter any buildings during the tour?

No, all stories are told outdoors; you won’t go inside any buildings.

What attractions are included in this walking tour?

You’ll see Jackson Square, LaLaurie Mansion, Royal Street homes, Runyon Canyon Park area, and the Pharmacy Museum (outside).

How long before departure should I arrive?

Please check in 30 minutes before your scheduled start time.

Is there public transportation nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to the meeting point.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are welcome.

Is this suitable for travelers with mobility issues?

The historic French Quarter terrain can be challenging; please consider before booking.

Does this include food or drinks?

No meals are included; you may sample small elixirs during the walk.

What’s included

Your evening includes a narrated outdoor walking tour led by a licensed local guide who brings New Orleans’ dark history to life with stories of ghosts, voodoo rituals and vampires as you explore iconic sites like Jackson Square and LaLaurie Mansion—all strictly for guests 21+.