Ride through New Orleans’ haunted streets and into a private cemetery after dark with Tour Orleans’ Haunted Cemetery Bus Tour. Two hours packed with history, ghost stories, and atmospheric stops await.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal walking between bus stops requires basic mobility.
Wildlife
History
New Orleans’ above-ground cemeteries reflect the city’s unique geography and cultural blend, dating back to the 18th century.
Conservation
Tour Orleans emphasizes respectful interaction with historic sites, minimizing impact by limiting group sizes and forbidding littering.
Tour Orleans
Ride through New Orleans’ haunted streets and into a private cemetery after dark with Tour Orleans’ Haunted Cemetery Bus Tour. Two hours packed with history, ghost stories, and atmospheric stops await.
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.
Tours Offered
9
Diverse New Orleans experiences
Typical Length
2–2.5 hours
Walking and bus formats
Guides
Historians & storytellers
Local, knowledgeable guides
Neighborhoods
French Quarter & Garden District
Includes 9th Ward drive
Reserve a spot on a food tour, voodoo walk, haunted crawl, or city bus tour and experience authentic local stories in New Orleans.
Arrive Early for Smooth Check-In
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before departure at 620 Decatur St to complete check-in without rush.
Bring a Camera and Ghost Gear
Capture the eerie nighttime sights and enhance your experience with personal ghost-hunting equipment.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
Some light walking is involved during cemetery visits; comfortable shoes make it easier to navigate uneven ground.
No Outside Drinks on Bus
Beverages can be purchased before boarding; outside drinks are prohibited during the tour for safety and comfort.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Evenings can get chilly, especially during cemetery stops.
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Camera or Smartphone
Capture haunting sights and moments throughout the tour.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Uneven paths in cemeteries require stable footwear.
Flashlight or Headlamp
Helpful for footsteps off the bus when exploring darker spots.