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New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour (Adults Only) - New Orleans

New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour (Adults Only)

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1.5–2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; mostly flat walking with periodic stops and short street crossings

Overview

Walk the French Quarter after dark with storytellers who blend archival images, local history, and stagecraft. This adults-only 105-minute tour digs into New Orleans’ haunted houses, Voodoo legacies, and true-crime lore while keeping cultural context front and center.

New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour (Adults Only)

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The streetlamps along Basin Street lean into the dark like watchful witnesses as your guide gathers the small group beneath Armstrong Park’s iron arch. It’s a city that keeps history in its corners: gaslight reflections on cracked cobbles, hotel doorways that appear to breathe, and Spanish-style balconies that throw skeletal shadows across the sidewalks. At 8PM the French Quarter tightens; the humidity presses soft and warm, and the guide’s voice—part historian, part raconteur—begins to peel back layers of ordinary night into something more dangerous and deliciously uncanny.

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Adventure Tips

Bring a refillable water bottle

Summer humidity and nearly two hours of standing and walking make hydration essential—bottles can be refilled at nearby cafes.

Use low-light camera settings

Streetlamps are atmospheric but dim; raise ISO or use Night Mode on your phone to capture guide projections and ironwork details.

Arrive early for check-in

Tours depart promptly; arrive at least 30 minutes early to secure your spot and avoid missing the group.

Dress for sticky nights

Light, breathable layers and comfortable shoes will keep you focused on stories rather than chafing; umbrellas are okay if rain is forecast.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Muscovy ducks in garden courtyards
  • Peregrine falcons occasionally seen on tall church spires

History

The French Quarter grew from colonial French and Spanish settlements; Voodoo traditions tied to figures like Marie Laveau shaped the city’s spiritual landscape and folk narratives.

Conservation

Respect for historic buildings and private residences matters—avoid touching ironwork and practice low-impact behavior; support local guides and businesses to keep cultural tourism sustainable.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Flat, supportive shoes handle uneven cobbles and wet pavement.

Small flashlight or phone light

Helps navigate darker stretches without overpowering the ambient mood.

Portable phone charger

Essential

Photography and HELLVISION™ projections use battery power—keep your phone topped up.

Light rain jacket or windbreaker

Quick shelter from sudden showers and useful on breezy autumn or spring nights.

spring specific