NEW ORLEANS GHOST TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Quartier Macabre on Foot: Dr. Edward Simon’s Ghosts, Gods & Gangsters Walk in New Orleans
An adults-only, 1 hour 45 minute walking tour curated by parapsychologist Dr. Edward Simon that traces Gallatin Street’s red‑light scandals, a powerful witch coven, and vampire lore.
Quartier Macabre on Foot: Dr. Edward Simon’s Ghosts, Gods & Gangsters Walk in New Orleans.
Curated by parapsychologist Dr. Edward Simon and led by a master storyteller, this adults‑only walking tour transports participants through the city’s darker histories — from Gallatin Street’s scandalous past to the site of the city’s most powerful witch coven and the vampire lore surrounding the Old Ursuline Convent. The experience frames those stories in the language of the occult and urban scandal, including references to the settlement Aleister Crowley called the “Quartier Macabre.”
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Wheelchair Accessible, Not Stroller‑Friendly
The operator lists the tour as wheelchair accessible but not stroller accessible; infants must not sit on laps and infant seats are unavailable.
Adults Only — 17+
This is an adults‑only tour reserved for guests aged 17 and up; animals or pets are allowed.
Short Walking Tour — Plan Your Ride
The tour is a daytime walking activity; public transportation is nearby, and guests are asked to plan in advance for Ubers, taxis, or Lyfts because the operator cannot accommodate late arrivals.
What the day feels like
What the Tour Feels Like
Expect a tightly scripted, adults‑only walk of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes curated by Dr. Edward Simon. A master storyteller guides the group through scandalous and occult histories — recounting tales such as Bricktop Jackson on Gallatin Street, visiting the location tied to the city’s first and most powerful witch coven, and exploring vampire lore connected to the Old Ursuline Convent — all presented as a guided exploration of the city’s darker narratives.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Meet at Dutch Alley 916, 70116 New Orleans, US.
Wear comfortable shoes for walking and plan transportation in advance; the operator cannot accommodate late arrivals.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Where is the meeting point?
The meeting location is Dutch Alley 916, 70116 New Orleans, US.
Are there age restrictions?
Yes — the tour is adults only for guests aged 17 and older.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The operator lists the tour as wheelchair accessible; it is not stroller accessible, and infant seats are unavailable.
Can I bring my pet?
Animals or pets are allowed on the tour.
What happens if I’m late?
You should plan in advance for Ubers, taxis, or Lyfts; the operator cannot accommodate late arrivals.