Walk Bourbon Street after dark with a guide who mixes New Orleans history, voodoo lore, and real paranormal gear. This 1–2 hour tour includes bar stops, EMF equipment, and tales of tragic love and unsolved crimes.
Walk Bourbon Street after dark with a guide who mixes New Orleans history, voodoo lore, and real paranormal gear. This 1–2 hour tour includes bar stops, EMF equipment, and tales of tragic love and unsolved crimes.
The tour begins on Bourbon Street where humid air and neon signs press close; a guide checks a small group and the city seems to lean in to listen. As you step off the sidewalk and into shadowed alleys, the chatter thins and stories take over — love turned violent, unexplained deaths, and the occasional EMF meter clicking like a second heartbeat.
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Operated by New Orleans Drunk History Tours • Show Me New Orleans Tours · New Orleans, Louisiana
The tour begins on Bourbon Street where humid air and neon signs press close; a guide checks a small group and the city seems to lean in to listen. As you step off the sidewalk and into shadowed alleys, the chatter thins and stories take over — love turned violent, unexplained deaths, and the occasional EMF meter clicking like a second heartbeat.
The French Quarter wears its history in brick and ironwork: Spanish and French colonial layers, raised basements built because the Mississippi insists on reclaiming low ground, and the above-ground tombs of nineteenth‑century burial practice that shaped local superstitions. Voodoo, Creole folklore, and 19th-century sensational press fused into the legends guides tell tonight.
Expect a walking loop of well-preserved streets, narrow passageways such as Pirates Alley, and stops at several dive and historic bars where to‑go drinks are permitted. The operator uses a real EMF meter and will invite guests to participate in simple investigations; photos are encouraged even though the tour makes no guarantees of paranormal contact.
Practically: wear closed shoes for uneven flagstone and bring ID — alcohol is available and sobriety rules are enforced. The pace is steady but moderate: one to two miles of walking over 60–120 minutes with multiple short story stops. Tours run rain or shine; arrive early to check in at the Lafayette courtyard gate of Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar. Keep voices low in residential stretches, carry water, and be ready for a mix of history, local color, and the occasional cold spot the guide will point out.
moderate.
1–2 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect 1–2 miles of walking at a steady pace with short stops.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and some bars may not admit minors; ask before booking.
No — drinks are available to purchase at bar stops; the tour allows to‑go purchases but attendees pay individually.
The meeting area and many streets are accessible, but uneven surfaces and crowds can make navigation challenging; contact the operator for specific accommodations.
No — the tour is entertainment and educational in nature; guides may use EMF equipment and guests have captured unusual photos, but paranormal encounters are not guaranteed.
The French Quarter’s above‑ground cemeteries and raised construction grew from high water tables and 18th–19th century burial customs; those practical choices shaped local folklore.
Respecting this residential historic district reduces wear: stick to sidewalks, avoid climbing on structures, and pack out trash to protect fragile architecture.
New Orleans Drunk History Tours • Show Me New Orleans Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




The tour begins on Bourbon Street where humid air and neon signs press close; a guide checks a small group and the city seems to lean in to listen. As you step off the sidewalk and into shadowed alleys, the chatter thins and stories take over — love turned violent, unexplained deaths, and the occasional EMF meter clicking like a second heartbeat.
The tour begins on Bourbon Street where humid air and neon signs press close; a guide checks a small group and the city seems to lean in to listen. As you step off the sidewalk and into shadowed alleys, the chatter thins and stories take over — love turned violent, unexplained deaths, and the occasional EMF meter clicking like a second heartbeat.
The French Quarter wears its history in brick and ironwork: Spanish and French colonial layers, raised basements built because the Mississippi insists on reclaiming low ground, and the above-ground tombs of nineteenth‑century burial practice that shaped local superstitions. Voodoo, Creole folklore, and 19th-century sensational press fused into the legends guides tell tonight.
Expect a walking loop of well-preserved streets, narrow passageways such as Pirates Alley, and stops at several dive and historic bars where to‑go drinks are permitted. The operator uses a real EMF meter and will invite guests to participate in simple investigations; photos are encouraged even though the tour makes no guarantees of paranormal contact.
Practically: wear closed shoes for uneven flagstone and bring ID — alcohol is available and sobriety rules are enforced. The pace is steady but moderate: one to two miles of walking over 60–120 minutes with multiple short story stops. Tours run rain or shine; arrive early to check in at the Lafayette courtyard gate of Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar. Keep voices low in residential stretches, carry water, and be ready for a mix of history, local color, and the occasional cold spot the guide will point out.