Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide
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Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $419 per person. It scores 44 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.
- Outty Ranking
- 44 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $419 per person
Explore the darker side of New Orleans on a private, customizable walking tour through the historic French Quarter. With an experienced local guide, follow a carefully planned route connecting historic pubs, distinctive architecture, notorious locations and some of the neighborhood's most enduring ghost stories and legends. Begin at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar before continuing on foot to the LaLaurie Mansion, where you'll hear the documented history and unsettling legends surrounding one of the French Quarter's most famous addresses. Continue to the Old Ursuline Convent area for the story of the Casket Girls, then walk along Royal Street to the distinctive Cornstalk Hotel before finishing around Jackson Square.
What you get
About this experience
Explore the darker side of New Orleans on a private, customizable walking tour through the historic French Quarter. With an experienced local guide, follow a carefully planned route connecting historic pubs, distinctive architecture, notorious locations and some of the neighborhood's most enduring ghost stories and legends. Begin at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar before continuing on foot to the LaLaurie Mansion, where you'll hear the documented history and unsettling legends surrounding one of the French Quarter's most famous addresses. Continue to the Old Ursuline Convent area for the story of the Casket Girls, then walk along Royal Street to the distinctive Cornstalk Hotel before finishing around Jackson Square.
What's included
Included
- Local historical stories and New Orleans folklore
- Guided visits to historic and haunted-story locations along the route
- Private professional guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Begin the experience at the historic Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar, one of the French Quarter's atmospheric historic pubs. Your guide introduces the tour and sets the scene with stories connected to New Orleans' long history of legends, mysteries and nighttime folklore.
20 minutes here
Continue to the exterior of the LaLaurie Mansion on Royal Street. Hear the documented historical background surrounding Madame Delphine LaLaurie and the disturbing events associated with the property, along with the legends that later made the mansion one of New Orleans' best-known haunted locations. The property is privately owned, so this is an exterior viewing stop.
20 minutes here
Walk to the Old Ursuline Convent area and hear the story of the Casket Girls, one of the enduring legends associated with New Orleans and the French Quarter. The guide provides the story from outside the historic building, keeping the experience focused on the area's history and folklore.
20 minutes here
Continue along Royal Street toward the distinctive Cornstalk Hotel. Your guide discusses the unusual architecture and stories connected with this part of the French Quarter, giving guests another opportunity to hear local legends while exploring the historic streets on foot.
20 minutes here
Finish around Jackson Square, one of the French Quarter's most recognizable public spaces. Hear stories about the square, its famous statue and the historic buildings surrounding it while your guide brings together the themes of New Orleans' dark history, folklore and French Quarter legends.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New Orleans
Meet your guide outside Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar at the agreed start time. Your guide will introduce the experience and begin the walking route through the French Quarter, sharing the area's dark history, legends and stories connected to the locations along the way.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet your guide outside Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar at the agreed start time. Your guide will introduce the experience and begin the walking route through the French Quarter, sharing the area's dark history, legends and stories connected to the locations along the way.
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
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Opatrip.com US LLC – Local Tours in USA
Know before you go
- 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
- Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Opatrip.com US LLC – Local Tours in USA, who run 302 experiences we rank across 66 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 42.0.
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Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.
How much does Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide cost?
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Prices start at $419 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 Walk with Local Guide 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 Walk with Local Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide?
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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 Walk with Local Guide 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 Walk with Local Guide?
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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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide 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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide?
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Included: Local historical stories and New Orleans folklore; Guided visits to historic and haunted-story locations along the route; and Private professional guide. Not included: Food and drinks; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide?
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Meet your guide outside Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar at the agreed start time. Your guide will introduce the experience and begin the walking route through the French Quarter, sharing the area's dark history. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide 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 Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide?
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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.
What happens to Private New Orleans Haunted History Walk with Local Guide 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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