Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter
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Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter
By French Quarter Phantoms
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Join a ghoulish New Orleans tour with a twist. This walking tour focuses not only on ghost stories but also on the community of self-proclaimed vampires. Visit the famous LaLaurie Mansion from "American Horror Story" and hear the city's spookiest tales. Learn about real-life vampires, their haunts, and the shop where they buy their fangs as you stroll through one of the oldest, most romantic neighborhoods in the U.S.
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$21.00
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Ages 0-115, max of 28 per group
Duration: 2h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Stroll through the romantic, and haunted, French Quarter district
- Learn about ghosts, ghouls, and "real-life" vampires
- Hear the horrific stories of Madame LaLaurie
- Choose from two tour times to fit your schedule
- Local guide
- Local taxes
What's not included- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Lalaurie Mansion
- Start:
- 718 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USAVoodoo Lounge
End:- Jackson Square, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7957P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- In order to help preserve the French Quarter from vehicular traffic, it is requested that you please walk, if possible, to the convenient tour departure point - just a short stroll from most downtown hotels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7957P2
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About the operator
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- tarak7310 contributionsExcellent tour guideThis was a great tour! Erin was great and showed us all the houses and architecture and history-- after the torrential downpour!Written September 4, 2024
- Matthew R0 contributionsUnique and engagingVery interesting and engaging, even despite the annoying conditions which I think speaks to just how captivating Aaron was as a tour guide! The architectural aspect gave it a unique feel, on top of the other historical aspects. I have genuinely zero complaints and would thoroughly recommend!Written September 4, 2024
- andreacJ4873NT0 contributionsHistoric funErin is such an amazing tour guide we learn a lot, she is really passionate about arquitecture and history, totally recommendWritten August 31, 2024
- lynettep4660 contributionsVampire and ghost tourWent on the vampire and ghost tour on Aug 23rd 2024. Micheal was purple tour guide very knowledgeable of everything. And made tour very fun. He was very nice and very friendly. Would recommend him and the tour as well.Written August 23, 2024
- 91davinderj0 contributionsFantastic tour with fantastic guideAn absolute must to do while in New Orleans Erin our guide was amazingly knowledgable. Her delivery was planned and the music accompaniment and photos shared added an extra layer of authenticity .Erin’s narration was superb.Thank you Erin for a memorable tour-one we gave not stopped talking about.Written August 20, 2024
- B1303UNlm0 contributionsI learned so much!I really enjoyed this tour. Erin was very knowledgeable and organized. I appreciate that she catered to all ages as she discussed different houses and people's interests, as well as the breakdown of the architectural terms.Written August 16, 2024
- 791mayj0 contributionsGarden distrikt tour with ErinErik was Great! She knew what she was talking about. Perfect amount of walking in the heat and a great person overall. Would absolutley recommend.Written August 13, 2024
- pjgatorbabe0 contributionsFantastic and Informative TourWonderful tour! We wanted the history of the French Quarter and the practice of Voodoo and that is what we got! Nika was stellar! She answered all of my questions and really seemed to love what she was talking about. We went on a Sunday morning when the French Quarter wasn’t super crowded, which allowed us to really look at the homes and businesses.Written August 11, 2024
- 636stephanyp0 contributionsGreat experienceErin was so informative and very knowledgeable of the architecture of the city.Had s great time with our small intimate tour group!Written July 27, 2024
- lattew20200 contributionsWalking tour with ErinAmazing tour!! I will def recommend this tour with Erin to anyone. Very informative and historical. She is so knowledgeableWritten July 27, 2024
- K766MVjessicas0 contributionsA must take tourI took this walking tour with my husband and two aunts. It was early July so of course it was miserably hot. This was something that we booked mainly for my aunts, not something I was looking forward to. Boy, was I pleasantly surprised!! I absolutely loved this tour, even more than the horror tour we took the previous day. It was so interesting and the houses were beautiful, even for someone not too into architecture or history, it's a wonderful tour. Interesting enough that you could *almost* forget about the hellish heat and humidity! I'd definitely take this tour again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. Our guide was lovely and very knowledgeable. I'm terrible with names but I think her name was Eva/Ava. I'd love to take a tour with her again. Thank you for a wonderful time!!! ❤️Written July 26, 2024
- frankier5770 contributionsVodu from TNHe was amazing and very informative. He was also personable which made it that much more better. I would come back and take his tour.Written July 25, 2024
- crystalrP4775WK0 contributionsWalking Encyclopedia of Architecture!Erin was amazing! I learned so much about the history and architecture of New Orleans! I love hearing people speak about their passions and Erin is clearly very excited about architecture and design. She not only described the styles of architecture and its history, she also identified the individual elements of the design and their purpose (if any). She was a walking glossary in the best way!Written July 21, 2024
- jennylL5731VY0 contributionsAbsolutely amazing tour and guide (Erin)!Erin was an absolutely amazing guide! Her vast and local knowledge of New Orleans makes this tour one of a kind! She has great insights, is funny and is incredibly well versed in architecture and history. Highly recommend!Written July 21, 2024
- WithLoveFromParisxx0 contributionsHighly recommended for the storytelling!A great thing to do in New Orleans, this was the perfect introduction to the city. Pepe was a superb guide, with the right mix of history, storytelling and humour. We learnt so much about the city’s history and also Voodoo (and to get to go into the only authentic shop). Huge thanks for a great experience!Written July 19, 2024
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Salsamia23
Miami, FL22 contributions
Our guide Richard seemed like a nice guy and you wanted to like his schtick but it was just so boring! His historical stories were loosely tied to ghost and vampire stories but his delivery was just not exciting. At times, he would get caught up in what he was saying and looked like he was trying to remember his lines. We had maybe 5 or 6 stories in the 1.5 hours walk with a 15 min bar break in the middle (where we seriously thought about ditching the tour but since we paid we continued though there were others that left). Save your money skip this tour.
Written January 2, 2020
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Camille H
8 contributions
Jul 2022
I highly recommend this tour, and it is very reasonably priced for such a rich and dense tour. Bobby, our guide, not only gave very lively accounts about the ghosts and vampires of New Orleans with flair, but he is very knowledgeable about the history behind each location and story. Bobby consistently answered each question and also diffused the experience with humor, when appropriate, and gave warning when he was going to discuss a couple of stories that he said no humor would be used. His passion for the history and lore of New Orleans is contagious, and I would love to go on another tour with this company. Our family of 4 loved it. I would recommend not bringing anyone under 13, or someone sensitive to horror stories, as some of the information is relatively graphic. It was also nice to get a 10 minute bathroom and drink break!
Written July 12, 2022
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Cristina G
Brooklyn, NY11 contributions
Jan 2020
Malika did a terrific job of giving us a great overview of the city's history, particularly relating to ghosts and vampires in the French Quarter. What was impressive was that she could explain things that were seemingly supernatural at the time, and simultaneously, still encourage us to suspend belief, because there were incidents that are mysteries to this day. My boyfriend and I loved the experience. She did a great job of holding our attention for nearly 2 hours. Great intro to the city and it's rich past! I highly recommend it.
Written January 6, 2020
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Jennifer S
4 contributions
Feb 2021
We attended with one adult who loves scary things, one who is scared of her shadow, and one teenager. We all had a blast.
Bob, our tour guide, was the quieter of the two guides leading that night and at first, we thought we'd be in for a bummer. But as it turned out, Bob was a tremendous storyteller who not only managed to entertain us with local lore but was also skilled at managing the crowd.
A few of the adults on our tour had a few too many before we started, but Bob managed to keep the group together, safe, and moving at a good clip from spot to spot without letting any shenanigans distract things.
He added some fun details about modern local personalities, as well as a few good corny jokes.
The tour itself was a good walk and timed well without being overkill.
For the price, you can't beat this entertaining and informative tour. Definitely would recommend!
Bob, our tour guide, was the quieter of the two guides leading that night and at first, we thought we'd be in for a bummer. But as it turned out, Bob was a tremendous storyteller who not only managed to entertain us with local lore but was also skilled at managing the crowd.
A few of the adults on our tour had a few too many before we started, but Bob managed to keep the group together, safe, and moving at a good clip from spot to spot without letting any shenanigans distract things.
He added some fun details about modern local personalities, as well as a few good corny jokes.
The tour itself was a good walk and timed well without being overkill.
For the price, you can't beat this entertaining and informative tour. Definitely would recommend!
Written March 1, 2021
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Lauren B
3 contributions
Mar 2021
Luke was our guide and he was AWESOME! He was very fun, knowledgeable and a great storyteller! We had a great time and were spooked by the stories! We really enjoyed hearing about all of the ghost and vampire stories and history of the city. We would do this again, it was a great time!
He also took the necessary COVID precautions. He had on a mask the entire time, used hand sanitizer often and made sure the group spaced out between other parties.
He also took the necessary COVID precautions. He had on a mask the entire time, used hand sanitizer often and made sure the group spaced out between other parties.
Written March 15, 2021
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Amanda G
Ohio3 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Te’Erika was everything on this tour. Her passion and enthusiasm for the lore and history of the French Quarter ghosts and Vampires is evident and made the tour that much more enjoyable. We took our three kids (12, 10 and 7) and they too were entertained the entirety of the tour.
I have not taken any other ghost tours in New Orleans but I can say definitively that you will get your money’s worth on this tour. You will learn and be entertained and have a great memory of New Orleans when you leave.
I have not taken any other ghost tours in New Orleans but I can say definitively that you will get your money’s worth on this tour. You will learn and be entertained and have a great memory of New Orleans when you leave.
Written July 12, 2022
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Navin
Cincinnati, OH19 contributions
Dec 2019
Our guide was great and the free drink adds to the experience! Can't really decide if this was a good or a bad thing but after the tour was over one of the couples in the tour was still in conversation with our guide about the most haunted building of the tour and the guide described how on some nights pictures that tourists have taken have had some kind of apparition come out in the pictures. The couple then shows our guide a picture and she says - "yep exactly like this one..did you take this from our website?"
But they say no..we took this when on our tour tonight!!! That was crazy! I don't know if it was the alcohol or the picture or the apparition in it. It was spooky!
But they say no..we took this when on our tour tonight!!! That was crazy! I don't know if it was the alcohol or the picture or the apparition in it. It was spooky!
Written January 2, 2020
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jessa217
Middletown, OH10 contributions
We were told by our concierge Wilbert at Royal Sonesta that this was the tour to take and he wasn't wrong. My husband and I love culture and history, and Kathy gave us just that. As a native to the French Quarter, Kathy took pride in her storytelling in giving the real history of the FQ as well as the free people of the Tremé. The 8p tour gave her more time to delve into the history, so if you're looking for more than a cheap thrill, take this tour. She didn't provide us with some kitschy, theatrical, romanticized performance. She gave us what is the heart of New Orleans. This tour meets at The Voodoo Lounge, and tour goers receive 2 for 1 Hurricanes. It's a pre-made drink of cheap alcohol and punch in a souvenir plastic cup. This drink will encourage you to talk profusely and forget you're on a tour with others. Resist that urge and enjoy what this tour has to offer. Even with the abundance of alcohol, Kathy was professional and maintained order of the group as she took us through the Quarter providing documented, historical facts with a bit of folklore mixed in. The tour ends at the famous LaLaurie Mansion. Not one person was disappointed by their experience. I would happily take a tour with Kathy again. Thanks, Kathy!
Written February 15, 2023
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We're so thrilled you enjoyed your time with us and Kathryne!! She is an absolute ROCKSTAR storyteller and she knows her stuff! We look forward to entertaining you again next time! Thank you so much for choosing French Quarter Phantoms!
Natasha C
Written February 15, 2023
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Christine S
2 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
This was such a good tour and our guide, Leonard, was knowledgeable, funny and very patient with our large group. The bar we left from was very easy to find and the drinks were good. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the stories were super interesting and didn’t feel rushed. He answered questions and gave us time to take pictures. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a fun activity in the quarter to learn more about some of the darker history of the city. Ask for Lenny!
Written April 18, 2022
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reags890
Lincoln, NE7 contributions
Apr 2023
My sisters and I had the best time on this tour with Aaron as our guide! He was so knowledgable with the city's history and we got plenty of chills from his stories at the spots on our tour. I highly recommend taking the 8:00 tour so that it gets dark while you're on it. It really adds to the ambiance!
Written April 25, 2023
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Thanks so much, we're thrilled you had a wonderful time with our expert story teller, Aaron! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and for choosing French Quarter Phantoms and cant wait to entertain you again on your next visit to New Orleans! Stay spooky!
Natasha
Written April 30, 2023
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I'm interested in booking this as an optional event for a group but I won't know how many we have until the day of. Is there a way to book all the spots available for March 25, 2023? Thank you!
Written August 28, 2022
You would have to contact them. I know when we went, there were several groups at the same time and a couple of them were private.
They might be able to charge you a flat fee, but am not sure, sorry!
Written August 30, 2022
Children's tickets are cheaper, but this is NOT appropriate for children under twelve. There were kids around ten years old with us on our tour and they were freaking out with some of the graphic details from the LaLaurie Mansion stop.
Written May 21, 2022
No it’s not really a day time tour and you wouldn’t want it to be as it is spooky and the dark adds to the vibe
Written March 16, 2022
Do you see the American Horror Story Coven House on this tour?
Written March 28, 2021
Is the current re-construction of Bourbon street going to hinder the tour?
Written October 3, 2018
Miguel d
Pembroke Pines, Florida
Do you get to go into any of the locations like the LaLaurie Mansion? Thank you.
Written September 9, 2018
No, you only see the exteriors of the buildings.
Written September 12, 2018
Information mentions "small group" - what does this mean is the largest size group we might be with, and would a Sunday night 8pm be likely to be a smaller group than Saturday night?
Written August 3, 2018
If you have larger groups, they will split you up so that everyone can hear the stories.
Written September 1, 2018
My 14 year old daughter and I will be staying at the Hyatt by the Superdome in about a week. We are very interested in your Ghost/Vampire tour, but a native New Orleanian (?!) has raised some concerns about safety in that part of the French Quarter. We would probably travel by streetcar...how safe would it be to travel back to the Hyatt after the tour? Is there a lot of activity in that area at night? Should we streetcar there and Uber back? She really scared me!
Written July 6, 2018
Where the tour is walking is safe. Heading back that distant to your hotel, you may want to take transportation back.
Written March 7, 2020
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