The 8 Ghost Tours in New Orleans That Earn Their Price

1.New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,879 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35Our pick

Explore New Orleans’ Garden District, Lafayette Cemetery, grand homes, burial customs, and local food, music, and drink tips with a guide.

“Our guide, Caroline, was very knowledgeable, funny, and engaging. I would have taken another tour from her if I had the time. The homes we saw were well chosen and the stories were entertaining. If standing still makes your back ache then load up on pain meds but it is worth it.”

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2.New Orleans Haunted Ghost, Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,731 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $32

Explore New Orleans’ haunted French Quarter with ghost, Vodou, and vampire tales, historic sites, and a lively English-speaking guide.

“Mr. Robby Rob was a fantastic guide. We enjoyed the trip overall.”

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3.New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,289 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $65

Explore New Orleans after dark on a small-group mule-drawn carriage ride through haunted French Quarter streets, legends, and historic landmarks.

“We had a great guide! Nice history of New Orleans- spooky but in a relaxed atmosphere. Would definitely recommend!”

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4.Adults Only Haunted Pub Crawl in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,158 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $29

Explore New Orleans after dark on a two-hour haunted pub crawl with ghost stories, historic bars, Lafitte’s, and the Lalaurie Mansion.

“From start to finish a fantastic way to see New Orleans, learn about its unique culture and get pieces of the local flare. Our guide DJ made the experience relaxing, entertaining and fun He also gave us local tips and some great places to stop into We even went to Coop’s after our tour and stopped back into Molly’s - loved this tour”

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5.New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,084 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Explore New Orleans after dark on a two-hour French Quarter ghost walk with haunted bars, LaLaurie Mansion, Jackson Square, and local tales.

“Easy walk through the French Quarter with a knowledgeable and engaging guide. A bit grossing for the squeamish. Appreciated the time spent on each story and at each location.”

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6.New Orleans Dead of Night Ghosts and Cemetery Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,068 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Explore New Orleans cemeteries, voodoo sites, and ghost lore by air-conditioned bus, with lively guides and a useful Café du Monde break.

“Amazing haunted graveyard tour! Christian was an excellent guide—engaging, knowledgeable, and a fantastic storyteller. The mix of history and spooky legends was perfect, and the nighttime graveyard setting made it unforgettable. I wish we had kicked off our time here in New Orleans with this tour! Highly recommend—ask for Christian!”

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7.New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,544 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

Taste gumbo, po’boys, pralines, and more while exploring New Orleans food traditions and French Quarter history with a small group guide.

“Great tour, and great history. The food was fantastic with generous portions. I would highly recommend this experience and Meg was a wonderful guide.”

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8.2-Hour Ghosts & Vampires Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · 1h 27m · from $22Best value

Explore New Orleans’ French Quarter after dark with ghost, vampire, and true-crime tales, plus 2-for-1 hurricanes before the 87-minute walk.

“Really enjoyed this tour on Halloween night, the barmaid I the bar where you meet was so rude I nearly cancelled the tour but glad I didn't. Guide was informative without boring you to tears would highly recommend”

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