Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour
New Orleans, United States

Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour

Outty Ranking 77 4.9 · 149 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $30
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Outty Ranking

77/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 149 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour worth booking?

Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour is a 2-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $30 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 149 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
77 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (149)
Duration
2 hours
From
$30 per person

I've served more pub crawls, by far, than any guide in New Orleans. This provides me preferential, or exclusive, access to select venues that will help aid the tour's narrative and propel our exploration of New Orleans' cocktail/ghost history. This tour pays for itself, once you know the places I sip. Between bars, we walk to haunted/historical locations unveiling the culture, history, architecture, and the city's terrifying past.

What you get

    About this experience

    I've served more pub crawls, by far, than any guide in New Orleans. This provides me preferential, or exclusive, access to select venues that will help aid the tour's narrative and propel our exploration of New Orleans' cocktail/ghost history. This tour pays for itself, once you know the places I sip. Between bars, we walk to haunted/historical locations unveiling the culture, history, architecture, and the city's terrifying past.

    What's included

    Included

    • Years of well researched stories and history, sourced from the great city of New Orleans!

    Not included

    • Gratuities for bartenders are common
    • Alcoholic beverages

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New Orleans

    We'll meet in front of the 1850 House Museum, prior to the start time. This is in Jackson Square, between the Cathedral and Cafe Dumonde. Apple Maps in particular, if asked for directions, will send you to a competitors kiosk who hi-jacked the address. Please double check how you get here.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    We'll meet in front of the 1850 House Museum, prior to the start time. This is in Jackson Square, between the Cathedral and Cafe Dumonde. Apple Maps in particular, if asked for directions, will send you to a competitors kiosk who hi-jacked the address. Please double check how you get here.

    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 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    You've Got A Buddy Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour covers dark history, and guests enduring certain types of trauma, or recent tragedy, may find some of the content discomforting. Please do not hesitate to inquire with any concerns.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 148 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    9 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    5 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    148 verified traveler reviews for Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    S9871KLlaurenp · October 2026

    Odd & Uncomfortable

    Very odd experience and a pretty big let down for our bachelorette party. Before the tour even began we all received a text telling us not to “pregame” or be drunk when we arrive. Not that we would, but it was an odd way to start a pub crawl tour. We then began the tour with no spooky stories and being brought to a bar where you had to get the exact drink the tour guide said, even if you don’t like it. The tour guide then asked if we wanted to leave when we didn’t want to drink brandy. We ended up leaving and getting a refund and finding a better tour where fun was a priority. Overall odd experience and kind of a let down for our first tour in New Orleans.

    via Tripadvisor

    L5191JNkathleenb · September 2026

    Wow!

    John the your guide was wonderful! Trust me, it was one of the best ghost tours we have been on!

    via Tripadvisor

    shivanshj2026 · September 2026

    Rehearsed, and felt it was read from a script

    John seems like an amazing guy however the whole tour felt very rehearsed, cheesy and not interactive at all. If he just spoke to us and told us stories to spook us that would've been great. Though it felt like he was speaking straight from a script. I felt the tour spoilt 1 night out of the 2 nights we had in New Orleans - and I lost faith in the whole ghost tour companies because of this experience. If so many people have given 5 stars I wonder how the other tour companies are.

    Response from the operator: I am fond of constructive criticism, yet I have been doing this for 11 years. I'm still learning. I explain at the start of the tour, where my stories are from. Those historical sources dictate how I present them. If it's cheesy to you, you are basically insulting the oral history of the city. I'm not wearing a cape, or carrying a lantern. I like to bring stories alive with my abilities. I don't even advertise, people just hear about my tour from others, and that's most of my business. I've been doing this a long time, so I it would be insane for me to change my methodology at this point in the game. My reputation is making history fun. I'm in this business to connect people to a great city, the stories are a just a gateway to make that connection fun. It's a lot harder doing this tour, than what is a standard ghost tour in New Orleans. Boy, oh boy, you have no idea what kind of cheese is out there. You book my tour to connect with a great city, I bring old stories alive, and the drinks and bars I choose also help that end. Your review has done enormous damage to a very small business, and to the guides that actually care about connecting visitors to a special place. It is important to read the description of this tour. What is stated there, is what is provided. Imposing your will on a tour, is not fair to the business, and a waste of your time.

    via Tripadvisor

    Stacey_S · September 2026

    Great stories and pub stops.

    John was awesome! He had great stories and is very knowledge about NOLA. Highly recommend this tour.

    via Viator

    Fearless46642018227 · July 2026

    Great Tour! Highly Recommended!

    John was a knowledgeable, captivating, and fun guide. Informative and unique tour coupled with a great drinking experience. His bar stops were unique locations I likely wouldn’t have thought to visit. His connections got us reduced prices for unique cocktails and/or reserved seating with great ambiance and music.

    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
    52
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 77

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
    Review evidence (18% weight)59
    Booking momentum (14% weight)53
    Value for money (12% weight)90
    Listing quality (10% weight)70
    Local standing (8% weight)73
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.

    How much does Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $30 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 Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and 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 Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 149 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 Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and 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 Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and 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 Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour?

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    Around 52 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 Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and 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 Garden District History Walking Tour, New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost 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 Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour?

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    Included: Years of well researched stories and history, sourced from the great city of New Orleans!. Not included: Gratuities for bartenders are common; and Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour?

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    We'll meet in front of the 1850 House Museum, prior to the start time. This is in Jackson Square, between the Cathedral and Cafe Dumonde. Apple Maps in particular, if asked for directions. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost 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 Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost 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 Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost 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.

    What do travelers say about Pub Crawl: New Orleans Cocktail and Ghost Tour?

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    Across 149 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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