Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar vs LaLaurie Mansion: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do LaLaurie Mansion first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 83 against 78 for Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar, and it has 52 ranked ways to see it versus 60. With a full day in New Orleans, pair them: plan LaLaurie Mansion in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar | LaLaurie Mansion | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 60 | 52 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 84 | 85 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 78 | 83 |
| Cheapest experience | $21 | $21 |
| Average time needed | 2h | 1.8h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | No |
Best ways to see Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
- 1. Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour
Outty Ranking 84 · from $37 · 1.8h
- 2. Ghost Tour and Haunted Pub Crawl Party with Free Shot
Outty Ranking 83 · from $21 · 2h
- 3. New Orleans Haunted History Ghost Tour
Outty Ranking 81 · from $30 · 2h
- 4. New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour
Outty Ranking 79 · from $38 · 1.8h
- 5. New Orleans City Bike Tour
Outty Ranking 78 · from $60 · 3.5h
Best ways to see LaLaurie Mansion
- 1. New Orleans Adults-Only Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Tour
Outty Ranking 85 · from $38 · 1.5h
- 2. Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter
Outty Ranking 85 · from $21 · 2h
- 3. New Orleans Yellow Fever Ghost Tour
Outty Ranking 85 · from $35 · 1.5h
- 4. Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour
Outty Ranking 84 · from $37 · 1.8h
- 5. Ghost Tour and Haunted Pub Crawl Party with Free Shot
Outty Ranking 83 · from $21 · 2h
Frequently asked questions
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar or LaLaurie Mansion: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do LaLaurie Mansion first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 83 against 78 for Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar, and it has 52 ranked ways to see it versus 60. With a full day in New Orleans, pair them: plan LaLaurie Mansion in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar or LaLaurie Mansion?
Ranked experiences at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar start from $21 and at LaLaurie Mansion from $21 per person.
How long do you need at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar and LaLaurie Mansion?
Experiences at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar run 2 hours on average and at LaLaurie Mansion 1.8 hours, so both fit in one day in New Orleans with a break in between.
Can you do Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar and LaLaurie Mansion on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar options and 100% of LaLaurie Mansion options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar: Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour (Outty Ranking 84, from $37). For LaLaurie Mansion: New Orleans Adults-Only Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Tour (Outty Ranking 85, from $38).
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