New Orleans Ghost Hunters 101: French Quarter Paranormal Walking Investigation with EMF Meter
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect 1–2 miles of mostly flat walking at a moderate pace with stops.
Overview
Step off Bourbon Street with an EMF in hand and walk the French Quarter after dark. This guided paranormal investigation blends local history, voodoo lore, and hands-on ghost-hunting across New Orleans’ most talked-about sites.
New Orleans Ghost Hunters 101: French Quarter Paranormal Walking Investigation with EMF Meter
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The night presses up against the iron gate of Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, and the guide’s voice cuts through the humid air like a flashlight beam. The French Quarter here is louder than most cities at dusk—streetcars, a brass band looping a riff, a bartender calling last calls—but the alleyways hold a different volume: a hush that seems to lean in, waiting. Guests check in, receive an EMF meter, and the tour slips off Bourbon Street into narrow lanes where gaslight-era facades keep their secrets.
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Adventure Tips
Checkpoint at Lafitte’s Gate
Arrive at the courtyard gate at 941 Bourbon Street a few minutes early to check in—tours leave on time and late arrivals cannot join.
Mind the sidewalks
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes; the Quarter’s sidewalks and cobbles are old and can be uneven or slick at night.
ID and age rules
Carry photo ID—alcoholic drinks are allowed on the tour and some bars don’t admit children, so parents should plan accordingly.
Limit recording
Photos are welcome but audio/video of narrations is prohibited—save the recorder and ask the guide before capturing anything sensitive.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Rock pigeons in the square
- Nocturnal bats over the Mississippi riverfront
History
The French Quarter grew out of colonial French and Spanish plans and adapted aboveground burial after high water tables made in-ground graves impractical; that history feeds much local folklore.
Conservation
Respect private property and residents by staying on public walkways, minimizing noise, and supporting small local bars and shops rather than trespassing into closed spaces.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy closed-toe shoes
Protects against uneven, historic sidewalks and occasional slick spots.
Photo ID
Required for bar stops and proof of age for any alcohol purchases.
Small flashlight or phone light
Helps read signage and navigate dim alleys without disturbing the group.
Portable phone charger
Keeps your camera and contact method powered during longer, photo-heavy nights.