New Orleans is famous for its connection to ghosts, spirits, and the supernatural. With its centuries of fascinating and sometimes dark history, the city has earned a reputation as one of America's most haunted destinations. Join us after dark to explore the haunted heart of the French Quarter and hear the stories and legends that have shaped New Orleans' mysterious reputation.
French Quarter Ghost Tour
New Orleans is a city where history and legend intertwine. On this nighttime walking tour, your guide will take you through the historic French Quarter, sharing chilling tales of the city's dark past, unexplained encounters, and the spirits said to linger in some of its most famous locations.
Discover the stories behind places such as Père Antoine Alley, Muriel's, the Ursuline Convent, and other locations connected to New Orleans' haunted history. You'll also visit real-life French Quarter locations associated with the popular American Horror Story: Coven series.
With knowledgeable and engaging guides leading the way, this fully guided ghost tour offers a fascinating look at New Orleans after dark—perfect for travelers interested in ghost stories, local history, the paranormal, and the darker side of the city's past.
Join us for a family-friendly night of ghostly tales and eerie encounters as we explore the haunted heart of New Orleans' French Quarter.
Whether you're a Halloween lover, a thrill-seeker, or a history buff, this tour offers something for everyone. *
- Pere Antione Alley: Discover the dark and gruesome tales connected to this historic French Quarter alley and its legends of torture and treachery.
- Yellow Fever: Learn about the devastating yellow fever epidemics that swept through New Orleans and the ghost stories associated with those who lost their lives.
- Haunted Civil War Hospital: Hear chilling stories connected to a former Civil War hospital and the tormented soldiers whose spirits are said to linger there.
- Ursuline Convent: Explore the mysterious history and ghostly legends surrounding one of New Orleans’ oldest and most historic religious sites.
- Active Seance Room at Muriel's: Hear stories about paranormal activity and attempts to communicate with the spirit world at this historic French Quarter location.
- Locations for American Horror Story Coven: Visit real-life French Quarter locations that inspired scenes from the popular American Horror Story: Coven series.
- Please Note: All locations are visited from the outside. The tour does not include interior access to any of these locations.*
TOUR DETAILS FOR THE FRENCH QUARTER GHOST TOUR
- Meeting Point: Meet your guide on the steps in front of St. Louis Cathedral at 700 Chartres Street.
- End Point: The tour ends at the same location where it begins.
- Duration/Distance: Tour lasts 1.5 hours. Total walking is about 1 mile.
- Pricing & Group Size: This is a ticketed tour with prices starting at $39. We aim to keep groups small, typically with 12–14 guests per guide. During busy periods, multiple guides may operate the tour, so you may see more available spots when booking.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Tours operate rain or shine. In the event of severe weather or other adverse conditions, we will contact you by email and text with alternative options or offer a refund.
If you need to cancel your reservation, please reply to your confirmation email. Refunds are available with at least 24 hours' notice before the tour start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour are non-refundable.
Guests who booked through a third-party booking platform must cancel directly through the platform where they made their reservation.
Need to change your plans? We offer flexible rescheduling and can often accommodate guests on another available tour with short notice, provided a comparable tour is running during your visit.