
New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 486 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour worth booking?
New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $29 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 486 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (486)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $29 per person
Take a spirited journey with an expert historical guide through the shadowy streets of the French Quarter as you learn of ghosts, gris-gris, Voodoo, and Witchery and discover why New Orleans is the World’s most haunted and magical city! Uncover the secret history of European Witchcraft and folk magic, and the powerful practitioners who engaged in these forbidden arts and became the inspiration for American Horror Story: Coven. Delve into the macabre world of occult beliefs, folk magic, demonic possession, ghostly apparitions, and vengeful hauntings as our expert guides bring history to life with chilling tales of the past. Immerse yourself in gruesome accounts of rituals gone wrong, explore the mysteries of New Orleans Voodoo, and visit the infamous LaLaurie Mansion. You'll also gain exclusive access to a real Witch coven's temple hidden in the heart of the French Quarter, where your group will get to take part in a ritual and cast a spell.
What you get
About this experience
Take a spirited journey with an expert historical guide through the shadowy streets of the French Quarter as you learn of ghosts, gris-gris, Voodoo, and Witchery and discover why New Orleans is the World’s most haunted and magical city! Uncover the secret history of European Witchcraft and folk magic, and the powerful practitioners who engaged in these forbidden arts and became the inspiration for American Horror Story: Coven. Delve into the macabre world of occult beliefs, folk magic, demonic possession, ghostly apparitions, and vengeful hauntings as our expert guides bring history to life with chilling tales of the past. Immerse yourself in gruesome accounts of rituals gone wrong, explore the mysteries of New Orleans Voodoo, and visit the infamous LaLaurie Mansion. You'll also gain exclusive access to a real Witch coven's temple hidden in the heart of the French Quarter, where your group will get to take part in a ritual and cast a spell.
What's included
Included
- Participate in a ritual and cast a powerful group spell
- Exclusive access to a witch coven's temple
Not included
- Gratuities
- Parking fees
What you'll see and do
Hex: Old World Witchery
Your tour departs from Hex and ends there with a spellcasting ritual in a real Witches' temple and the magical fountain in its hidden brick courtyard.
10 minutes here
Old Ursuline Convent Museum
See the Ursuline Convent, where you'll learn about the miracles that women working together can create and the power of women healers.
15 minutes here
Chartres Street
Learn about Mary Oneida Toups and her very real Coven of Witches that served as the inspiration for American Horror Story: Coven.
10 minutes here
Learn how one of New Orleans' most popular restaurants pays nightly homage to its resident ghost!
15 minutes here
Voodoo Authentica
Learn the storied history of Voodoo in New Orleans and, during the 4pm tour, enter a real Voodoo supply shop!
10 minutes here
Visit the dark side of the French Quarter where malevolent spirits crossed into our world and brutal ritual murders repeated themselves, reminding us not to call up what we can't put down!
15 minutes here
Lalaurie Mansion
Experience one of the world's most infamous haunted houses and learn about the true story of the mad Madame Delphine Lalaurie while learning how to repel negativity!
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
Hex: Old World Witchery is located in the French Quarter at 1219 Decatur Street.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Hex: Old World Witchery is located in the French Quarter at 1219 Decatur Street.
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 26 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- New Orleans Spirits & Spells Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is not suitable for children under 13 years of age.
Photos






What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 477 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
477 verified traveler reviews for New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fun tour
Had a great time and enjoyed our guide Jai was fun and great. Informative and interesting and entertaining
via Viator
Book this and Jay is the best tour guide in the city
If you do this tour you will not be disappointed! I went last night with my daughter and Jay was our tour guide. If there is one thing I love it’s wild and crazy fun loving people and man she’s it. She knows her stuff and doesn’t hold back. Absolutely loved her and this tour. She even hooked up my daughter with a special gift AFTER the surprise at the end of tour. Just amazing!
via Viator
J was the ideal tour...
J was the ideal tour guide for our group. She was hilarious, knowledgeable, savvy, and entertaining. She managed to cover a range of topics, including: the founding of New Orleans, colonialism, voodoo, witchcraft, murder, ghosts, music, muppets, and more. Her passion for the city is infectious and I could easily see spending all night learning from her. She also went out of her way to highlight special areas she felt would be of interest and left us with a protective blessing at the conclusion of the tour. I would recommend J as a tour guide to anyone coming to the city! The only people who this tour would not suit are very young children and those who cannot walk long distances or handle uneven terrain. Otherwise, don’t miss the chance to spend the evening with J!
via Viator
The tour with Jay was...
The tour with Jay was absolutely amazing! I highly recommend it! She was incredibly knowledgeable about the history but also made the experience fun, engaging, and entertaining. She was so accommodating to everyone and had us laughing the entire night. Her humor and personality really made the tour memorable. Such a wonderful experience!
via Viator
Jay the best guide ever!!!!’ ❤️
Our tour guide Jay was absolutely amazing! She was very knowledgeable and an awesome person! I would highly recommend taking this tour!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 170
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 81
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour cost?
+
Prices start at $29 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 New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour take?
+
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 New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 486 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 New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour?
+
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 New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour suitable for kids and families?
+
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 New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour?
+
Around 170 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?
+
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 New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour start and how do I get there?
+
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?
+
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?
+
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?
+
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?
+
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 New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour?
+
Included: Participate in a ritual and cast a powerful group spell; and Exclusive access to a witch coven's temple. Not included: Gratuities; and Parking fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour?
+
Hex: Old World Witchery is located in the French Quarter at 1219 Decatur Street. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour offered in?
+
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 New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour?
+
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 New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
+
The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour if the weather is bad?
+
This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour?
+
Across 486 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour.
Pick your date




