Where to Walk: the 9 Best Ghost Walking Tours in New Orleans

1.New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12,856 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $27Our pick

Follow a local guide through the French Quarter for 1 hour 45 minutes, with stops near the Pharmacy Museum, Jackson Square, Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop, and LaLaurie Mansion. Guides such as Spooky Rob, Lisa, Logan, and Catie blend documented history with spooky folklore. Expect uneven sidewalks and outdoor storytelling.

“The walk was informative. I would have liked more stories, but the ones we had were great. Saw some buildings we wouldn't have noticed during the day.”

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2.St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,941 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Spend about 55 minutes exploring New Orleans’ oldest cemetery with a licensed, trained guide. You’ll see above-ground tombs, learn about Marie Laveau and Delphine LaLaurie, and hear local history from guides such as Alan, Buddy, Richie, Denise, and Zelda.

“The tour was very interesting. Richie was our guide and he told lots of stories of the cemetery and new orleans history.”

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3.Ghost and Vampire Walking Tour Of The French Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,406 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $21

Walk New Orleans’ French Quarter for about two hours with a local guide such as Randy, Yvette, Mikey, or Breon. Hear documented history, ghost tales, Madame LaLaurie’s grim story, and vampire lore, with the tour ending near Jackson Square.

“Michael was awesome. He did headcounts and he was friendly. He was knowledgeable and a goos storytellers.”

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4.New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,666 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $38Top rated

Walk New Orleans’ French Quarter with guides including Jamie, Christo, Lucy, and Anja. Expect documented true crime, murder cases, ghost lore, and stops at the cathedral, historic homes, quiet alleys, and the Louisiana Supreme Court. The tour is for ages 17 and up.

“Guide was fun and energetic. Very knowledgeable on the stories she told. Gave good history facts I didn’t hear prior to this tour. Would highly recommend.”

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5.Walking Tour Inside St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,519 reviews · 55 min · from $25

Join an English-speaking guide such as Zelda, Richie, or Jimmy for a 55-minute walk through St. Louis Cemetery No. 1. You’ll see Marie Laveau’s tomb, Nicolas Cage’s pyramid tomb, above-ground crypts, and notable New Orleans graves. The cemetery is accessible only with an authorized tour.

“Our guide, Rahsaan, was fantastic! He shared a lot of historical facts in an interesting and humorous way. The tour ran very smoothly. I learned a lot during the tour. 10/10!”

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6.New Orleans Cemetery Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 901 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Spend about two hours walking through New Orleans’ cemetery district with a licensed English-speaking guide. Meet at 5101 Canal Blvd, visit the Katrina Memorial and several cemetery sites, and learn why above-ground burial, tomb design, mourning customs, and local culture shaped the city. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“Visit multiple cemeteries and Katrina Memorial. Lots of walking. Guide was SO knowledgeable and had a sense of humor. Streetcar line ends right where you pick up the tour . And the cafe there has the best beignets!!”

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7.New Orleans City and Cemetery Tour with Garden District Stroll

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 766 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $55

Spend three hours touring New Orleans by air-conditioned coach with a live guide such as Kate, Robert, Gail, or Dionne. Visit St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, stroll the Garden District, stop at City Park for beignets, and add Vue Orleans if you want panoramic city views.

“Good short day tour. Lots to see, lots of history. Wished we stayed at St. Louis #3 longer. Worth the money, thoroughly enjoyed the tour.”

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8.New Orleans Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 664 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Join a theatrical guide at St. Louis Cathedral at 8:30pm for a two-hour walk through vampire lore, New Orleans history, film locations, police reports, and Royal Street tales. Guides such as Rose Sinister, Gwidon, and Chase are known for vivid storytelling. A vampire tavern stop may be included.

“Left me and my friends behind. Groups are far too large for the tour guide to keep up . No refund or reschedule. What a scam.”

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9.One Hour Saint Louis Cemetery Number One Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 642 reviews · from $10Best value

Walk about a mile from 710 St. Louis Street toward Saint Louis Cemetery No. 1 while a local guide explains above-ground burial, French Quarter architecture, Marie Laveau, and Louisiana faith traditions. The cemetery is currently viewed from outside, with photo opportunities at the entrances. Small groups max out at 14.

“It was very informative. I Iove the history. Perfect amount of time Tour guide had great stories Beautiful sites”

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