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Explore New Orleans' notorious dark past on a thrilling two-hour True Crime Pub Crawl through the French Quarter. Discover the chilling stories behind infamous criminals while enjoying classic bars with deep roots in local history.
Explore New Orleans' notorious dark past on a thrilling two-hour True Crime Pub Crawl through the French Quarter. Discover the chilling stories behind infamous criminals while enjoying classic bars with deep roots in local history.
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Operated by Tour Orleans · New Orleans, Louisiana
Dive deep into the shadowed corners of New Orleans' French Quarter with the True Crime Pub Crawl, a gripping two-hour journey designed for thrill-seekers and history buffs alike. This immersive tour uncovers chilling tales of infamous crimes and the notorious figures that haunt the city’s past, all while guiding visitors through a selection of atmospheric bars that once served as haunts for murderers and serial killers. Set in New Orleans, Louisiana, a city known for its vibrant culture and haunted history, this experience invites guests aged 21 and older to walk in the footsteps of legends and criminals alike. The French Quarter itself tells stories through its creaking wooden balconies, narrow alleyways, and flickering street lamps — a perfect setting to explore sinister mysteries. Highlights include accounts of the Ax Man’s reign of terror, legendary conspiracies around JFK’s assassination tied to local residents, the tragic Upstairs Lounge Arson, and the infamous Bourbon Street Bloodbath. Each stop introduces guests to bars steeped in illicit history, where guests can soak in the atmosphere and even purchase a drink to toast to these dark tales. The licensed tour guide provides detailed narratives, weaving true crime facts with the rich cocktail culture embedded in the area’s DNA. Visitors are encouraged to arrive 30 minutes early at the designated meeting point outside Landry’s Seafood and Bon’s New Orleans Street Food to ensure a smooth start. The crawl is designed to be as engaging as it is unsettling, perfect for those fascinated by real-life crime stories and eager to explore New Orleans beyond the typical tourist paths. Despite the eerie subject matter, the tour operates rain or shine, adapting routes as needed around local events like parades and festivals, underscoring its commitment to delivering an authentic experience. Comfortable shoes and a sense of adventure are the only essentials needed. More than just a pub crawl, this tour connects participants with the real veins of New Orleans’ darker past, making it a standout for visitors looking to positively complement their cultural itinerary with a taste of mystery and history.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for most adults; involves moderate walking on city sidewalks with occasional uneven surfaces.
No, alcohol is not included; guests can purchase drinks at the bars along the route.
Participants must be 21 years or older to participate in the tour.
The tour operates rain or shine, so dress appropriately and prepare for weather conditions.
The tour lasts approximately two hours.
Meet outside Landry’s Seafood and Bon’s New Orleans Street Food at the red door tour booth.
No food or snacks are included on the tour; guests are encouraged to eat beforehand or bring personal snacks.
The French Quarter is one of the oldest parts of New Orleans, established in 1718, with a layered history involving French, Spanish, and American influences as well as a complex criminal past.
The walking tour promotes responsible tourism by encouraging guests to respect historic buildings and avoid littering in this heavily trafficked historic district.
Tour Orleans operates in New Orleans, Louisiana, offering guided cultural, culinary, and paranormal experiences across the city. Tour Orleans presents a range of experiences including food tours with a seafood boil, a Voodoo Queen Tour exploring Marie Laveau’s history and Congo Square, haunted cemetery and ghost tours that enter historic locations, haunted pub crawls, a true crime pub crawl, a combination Voodoo–Vampire–Ghost tour through the French Quarter, and a 2.5-hour City Bus Tour that visits the French Quarter, Garden District, and the 9th Ward. Tours vary in length and format: walking food and ghost tours run approximately two hours, while the City Bus Tour lasts about 2.5 hours. Several experiences include multiple tasting stops and cocktails during culinary walks, and some haunted tours enter known sites such as the Lalaurie Mansion and Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop. Guides include knowledgeable historians and local storytellers who share cultural context, history, and verified anecdotes tied to New Orleans’ music, voodoo heritage, and criminal past. Tour Orleans focuses on presenting factual history, culinary traditions, and urban legends with context, allowing guests to explore Creole and Cajun cuisine, voodoo history, pirate and vampire lore, and the city’s haunted architecture. Tour Orleans provides bookings for small groups and individual travelers and private events.
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