NEW ORLEANS CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Two Hours Inside New Orleans’ Haunted French Quarter
A two-hour, after-dark walking tour of historically based hauntings in the French Quarter — this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Two Hours Inside New Orleans’ Haunted French Quarter.
Venture into the realm of the unknown on a two-hour, after-dark walking tour of the French Quarter. Led by raconteurs who ground chilling tales in documented history, the Haunted Tour visits some of New Orleans’ most legendary hauntings and pairs local lore with a rigorous historical through-line.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Fact-based storytelling
The tour’s accounts are rooted in documented history, offering “superb history lessons” that segue into the city’s darker narratives—an approach that keeps the emphasis on verifiable local lore.
Sites of New Orleans’ most famous ghost stories
Stops include a roster of well-known hauntings—from the Lalaurie Mansion and Riverfront lore to Anne Rice–connected sites, the Witch of the French Opera and the Ghost of the Quadroon Mistress.
An atmospheric French Quarter route after dark
Conducted in the evening, the walking format places you in the streets and squares where the stories unfolded; tours run nightly and are conveniently reachable on foot from many major hotels.
What the day feels like
What the tour feels like
The Haunted Tour is a paced, two-hour walking experience through the French Quarter after dark. Guides—presenting well-researched tales—lead small groups from site to site, blending historical context with the chilling elements that have made these locations local legends.
THE HISTORY
Fact-based storytelling
The tour’s accounts are rooted in documented history, offering “superb history lessons” that segue into the city’s darker narratives—an approach that keeps the emphasis on verifiable local lore.
THE HAUNTS
Sites of New Orleans’ most famous ghost stories
Stops include a roster of well-known hauntings—from the Lalaurie Mansion and Riverfront lore to Anne Rice–connected sites, the Witch of the French Opera and the Ghost of the Quadroon Mistress.
THE NIGHT WALK
An atmospheric French Quarter route after dark
Conducted in the evening, the walking format places you in the streets and squares where the stories unfolded; tours run nightly and are conveniently reachable on foot from many major hotels.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should take care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Duration: 2 hours. Tours run seven nights a week and operate in the French Quarter in the evening.
Wear comfortable shoes; bring a camera and water.
The walking-route departures are conveniently located within walking distance from most major hotels.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Haunted Tour?
The tour runs for two hours.
When do tours run?
Tours run seven nights a week in the French Quarter after dark.
Where does the tour take place?
The tour takes place in the French Quarter of New Orleans, visiting well-known haunted sites around the neighborhood.
What should I bring on the tour?
Wear comfortable shoes and bring a camera and water.
Is the tour suitable for children?
The tour is described as All Ages, though it includes chilling narratives that may be intense for very young children.
Are the stories purely fiction?
No — the tour’s storytelling is presented as based in fact, with historical context provided alongside the haunting narratives.