Drunk History Tour on Bourbon Street: French Quarter Ghosts, Voodoo & Bar Stops
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Able to stand and walk for up to two hours on uneven, sometimes crowded sidewalks; minimal mobility issues can be accommodated but contact operator if unsure.
Overview
Drink your way through the French Quarter’s most storied alleys with a guide who mixes local history, ghost lore and bar stops. This two‑hour walking tour pairs colorful narrations with an EMF meter and stops at ten iconic locations — ideal for history lovers and curious night walkers.
Drunk History Tour on Bourbon Street: French Quarter Ghosts, Voodoo & Bar Stops
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The gate at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop opens like a mouth into another century: warm lamplight spills across cracked brick, a saxophone sighs somewhere down Bourbon, and laughter mixes with the scent of old oak and spilled absinthe. On this two‑hour walking tour, a local guide nudges the group forward through alleys where the city’s darker stories still seem to linger — whispered tales of piracy, voodoo, murder and mistaken myth — all delivered with a wink and a glass in hand.
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Adventure Tips
Arrive Early and Check In
Meet on the sidewalk at the Lafitte's courtyard gate at least 10 minutes before departure; late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Dress for Uneven Streets
Wear closed‑toe shoes with good grip — cobbles and slick wooden sidewalks demand steady footing.
Pace Your Drinks
Alcohol is available at stops but excessive intoxication can result in removal from the tour without refund; hydrate between drinks.
Respect Residents and Property
This is a working neighborhood — avoid trespassing, ringing doorbells or obstructing sidewalks during the tour.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Feral cats that patrol courtyard corners
- Wading birds like egrets along the nearby Mississippi promenade
History
The French Quarter dates to the 18th century; buildings like Lafitte's occupy plots where colonial, pirate and Creole lives intersected to forge the city's culture.
Conservation
Respect neighborhood residents and private property, minimize single‑use plastics on the walk, and support local businesses rather than littering public spaces.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects feet from cobblestones and uneven sidewalks during the tour.
Photo-ready phone or compact camera
Capture night-lit architecture and courtyard scenes; still photos allowed, video of narrations is not.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important, especially during hot or humid months between bar stops.
summer specific
Light rain jacket or poncho
New Orleans weather can flip quickly; prepare for sudden showers during spring and summer.
spring specific