
Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour
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Is Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour worth booking?
Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $575 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 35 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (35)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $575 per person
Take a romp through the haunted French Quarter on this famous New Orleans private ghost tour. During your 2-hour evening walking tour, your group will explore the grim and ghastly deeds of New Orleans’ haunted history as
What you get
About this experience
Take a romp through the haunted French Quarter on this famous New Orleans private ghost tour. During your 2-hour evening walking tour, your group will explore the grim and ghastly deeds of New Orleans’ haunted history as you follow your entertaining guide down dark and sinister streets. You’ll learn about infamous events that occurred long ago and be chilled by evidence of phantoms and ghosts that abound! We are the originators of the ghost tour in New Orleans. We have been featured on every major television network worldwide for over 26 years. We are the only company that has a book documenting the original paranormal investigations of the locations on the ghost tour. We are the oldest and largest tour company in New Orleans for over 2 decades. Please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to tour departure.
What's included
Included
- Private tour for up to 20 people
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks (available for purchase)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
French Quarter
Follow your guide through the legendary French Quarter, also known as the Vieux Carré, the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans. This eerie, chilling yet fun-filled adventure takes you to several sites of documented hauntings by the region’s ghosts and spirits. See the French Quarter residences in which unbelievable events took place and visit a haunted bar along the way. You’ll get the shivers amid the shadows as you descend into New Orleans’ grim and grisly past, and discover thrilling tales of supernatural activity – try to capture it in a photo if you dare!
120 minutes here
Jackson Square
The most iconic "square" in history. This public park was originally called Place d' Arms, or place of arms. Many an execution took place in this area leaving behind the trauma that we call a haunting.
Pass by without stopping
This famous alley was used by pirates such as Jean Lafitte as a black market to sell goods stolen from Spanish ships in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. Many a deal gone wrong was settled by a duel in its neighboring garden. The sounds of the market place and the dueling gardens are said to be heard in the wee hours of the morning.
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Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
Most of our haunted tours include a break in a haunted bar (except for youth private groups). This iconic bar is a favorite for many guests. Once used as a blacksmith shop, it is the oldest operating bar in the country. It is home to a wide array of ghosts including that of Jean Lafitte it is said.
10 minutes here
Lalaurie Mansion
Mad Madame LaLaurie is the most infamous murderer and most hated in our city's history. Find out why!
12 minutes here
Bourbon Street
The party never ends and neither do the spirits' activity on Bourbon Street.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
The Apothecary Restaurant at 725 St. Peter Street, between Bourbon & Royal Streets across from Pat O'Brien's Bar and Preservation Hall
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Apothecary Restaurant at 725 St. Peter Street, between Bourbon & Royal Streets across from Pat O'Brien's Bar and Preservation Hall
Options you can book
8pm Departure
Departs at 8pm
6pm Departure
Departs at 6pm
3pm Departure
Departs at 3pm
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Haunted History Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 35 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
35 verified traveler reviews for Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Bob’s awesome ghost tour
Wonderful experience. Great stories. The orphan boy story was fantastic. Recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Ghost tour with Bob
Bob was awesome. Would definitely recommend
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic and entertaining tour!
The tour was amazing and our guide, Ariadne was awesome! She is full of life and told such spooky and entertaining stories. I learned so much about the ghostly history of New Orleans. Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Book this tour!
Ariadne was our guide and she did a fantastic job! The two hours flew by!
via Tripadvisor
Layered with History & Nightmares
This tour is true to New Orleans history with haunting ghost stories to spice things up. Ariadne was an amazing tour guide. She is an excellent story teller weaving human history and the supernatural effortlessly together to demonstrate a plot that either leaves your job dropped in shock or teeth chattering out of fear. She was funny and knowledgeable, and captivated us the whole way through. Don’t miss this tour. It’s tied for the number one highlight of our week long trip (we did a lot and this tour is on top).
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
- 12
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour cost?
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Prices start at $575 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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost 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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 35 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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost 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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost 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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour?
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Around 12 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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Ghost 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 Swamp Tour Boat Adventure, New Orleans Self-Transport Swamp and Bayou Boat 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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