Discover the chilling tales of New Orleans on the Haunted Plantation & Nighttime Cemetery Combo Tour. Explore historic cemeteries and the Destrehan Plantation for a night filled with mystery and history.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to walk moderate distances on uneven terrain.
Wildlife
History
Destrehan Plantation dates back to the early 19th century and offers insight into the history of enslaved peoples and early Southern plantation culture.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes respectful visitation to cemeteries and historic sites, promoting preservation of cultural heritage and minimizing impact on sensitive areas.
Nola Ghost Riders
Nola Ghost Riders is a New Orleans–based tour operator that specializes in guided haunted history experiences across the city and nearby plantations. The company leads several distinct experiences, including the Walking Ghosts Tour through the French Quarter, the Nightly Haunted Plantation Tour at Destrehan, the Haunted Drunken History Tour, the Haunted Cemetery Bus Tour, and a Haunted Plantation & Haunted Cemetery Combo Tour. Tours focus on documented local history, folklore, and the cultural role of Voodoo, offering stories about figures such as Madame Lalaurie and the Axeman, and exploring sites tied to the 1811 slave revolt and historical burial practices.
Guides are local storytellers who combine historical research, onsite interpretation, and theatrical narration to present each route. The Nightly Haunted Plantation Tour at Destrehan is offered as a unique nighttime plantation experience, while the Drunken History option blends cocktails with storytelling in the French Quarter. The cemetery and combo tours emphasize architecture, burial customs, and cemetery histories known as the “Cities of the Dead.”
Nola Ghost Riders operates public night tours and combination routes that connect plantation history with urban cemetery sites. Tour length, themes, and meeting points vary by product; the Walking Ghosts Tour runs over two hours and visits high-profile haunted locations. The company describes its programming through guided, on-location interpretation and storytelling, aiming to provide an educational and entertaining approach to New Orleans’ complex past. Reservations are available for public and private groups; scheduling and pricing information are provided on the official tour pages online or by phone.
Tours Offered
5 tours
Walking, bus, plantation, and combo options
Night Tours
Destrehan Night
Only nighttime plantation tour available
Local Guides
Local storytellers
Guides research and narrate
Tour Types
Walking & Bus
Cemetery and plantation routes
Reserve a Walking Ghosts Tour, the Destrehan Nightly Plantation Tour, a cemetery bus ride, or a combo experience today.
Dress for the Evening Weather
Temperatures can drop at night; layering is key to staying comfortable during the tour.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You’ll be walking through uneven cemetery grounds and plantation areas, so sturdy shoes are recommended.
Bring a Flashlight
A small flashlight can help navigate dimly lit cemetery paths safely.
Capture Photos Without Flash
Use your phone’s night mode or avoid flash to preserve the eerie atmosphere and respect other guests.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Northern Louisiana nights can be cool, so layering keeps you comfortable.
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Comfortable Walking Shoes
Essential for navigating old cemetery grounds and plantation walkways.
Camera or Smartphone with Night Mode
Ideal for capturing atmospheric shots without disturbing the site or tour.
Small Flashlight or Headlamp
Helpful for safely walking in dim conditions during nighttime stops.