Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour
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Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $32 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 55 / 100
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- Duration
- 2 hours
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- $32 per person
Explore the chilling tales and folklore of New Orleans Garden District on the Death Comes Calling: Ghosts & Omens tour. Delve into the city's supernatural history through stories of documented tragedies, family accounts, and eerie omens that hint at the presence of the departed. This afternoon walking tour reveals ghost legends predating the Garden District, along with accounts of attempts to communicate with the dead and the mysteries surrounding lost mansions. Discover how ordinary events transformed into haunting tales and learn about the memories that linger in the shadows of New Orleans. - Afternoon walking tour that blends history and folklore - Uncover ghost legends and death omens unique to the Garden District - Insight into family accounts and supernatural attempts through the years - A captivating exploration perfect for history and ghost story enthusiasts
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About this experience
Explore the chilling tales and folklore of New Orleans Garden District on the Death Comes Calling: Ghosts & Omens tour. Delve into the city's supernatural history through stories of documented tragedies, family accounts, and eerie omens that hint at the presence of the departed. This afternoon walking tour reveals ghost legends predating the Garden District, along with accounts of attempts to communicate with the dead and the mysteries surrounding lost mansions. Discover how ordinary events transformed into haunting tales and learn about the memories that linger in the shadows of New Orleans. - Afternoon walking tour that blends history and folklore - Uncover ghost legends and death omens unique to the Garden District - Insight into family accounts and supernatural attempts through the years - A captivating exploration perfect for history and ghost story enthusiasts
What's included
Included
- Licensed Tour Guide who has ancestral ties to the area
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Garden District
Not every haunting begins with a ghost. Explore death omens, séances, curses, lost souls, and strange stories that linger in the Garden District.
60 minutes here
Lafayette Cemetery No.1
From outside the gates of the cemetery hear the story of a mysterious child whose legend reaches back to the landscape that existed before the Garden District was built.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera
Hear remarkable family accounts of owls, mysterious whistling, and other occurrences interpreted as warnings of approaching death, along with the story of expected guests who began their journey to New Orleans but never arrived.
15 minutes here
Buckner Mansion
Outside one of the Garden District's grandest mansions, meet a woman whose memory survived through generations of folklore and consider why ghost stories sometimes remember people traditional history forgets.
15 minutes here
Garden District
Enter the world of nineteenth-century Spiritualism and discover what happened when people gathered inside a neighborhood residence, placed their hands upon a table, and asked the dead to answer. As we return toward where our journey began, the stories come together around one final question: Does a haunting require a ghost, or can people, places, memories, and stories haunt us simply because someone refused to let them disappear?
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
We meet at the steps if the Rink Shopping Center
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We meet at the steps if the Rink Shopping Center
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- DuPont and Company
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $32 to $35
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by DuPont and Company, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.1.
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Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour cost?
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Prices start at $32 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New Orleans usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New Orleans is not rushed.
Is Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New Orleans, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New Orleans can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New Orleans and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New Orleans within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New Orleans?
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New Orleans runs on licensed guides, and it shows: the city requires certification for tour guides, so the floor is higher here than most US cities. Ghost and cemetery walks, French Quarter food crawls, plantation history day trips and swamp boat runs make up the bulk. We rank on whether the operator handles cemetery access properly, since St. Louis No. 1 needs an authorised guide. On Outty we rank every New Orleans experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with Transportation, New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour, New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New Orleans?
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February to May and October to November. August is heat and storm season. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New Orleans?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour?
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Included: Licensed Tour Guide who has ancestral ties to the area. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour?
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We meet at the steps if the Rink Shopping Center Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Death Comes Calling Ghosts and Omens of the Garden District Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
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