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Experience the Dark Side of New Orleans: Ghost & Vampire Tour

4.0 (57 reviews) · By New Orleans Drunk History Tours • Show Me New Orleans Tours

Discover the darker side of New Orleans on the Drunken Ghost and Vampire Tour, where storytelling meets spirits. This unique experience combines chilling tales of hauntings, vampires, and unsolved murders with the lively atmosphere of local bars. Along the way, you'll have the chance to grab drinks to go, making it a fun and interactive way to explore the city’s mysterious history.

Expect more than just stories—this tour invites you to open your mind to paranormal encounters. Use a real EMF meter to detect ghostly activity, and keep an eye out for cold spots, apparitions, and mysterious orbs captured in photos. It’s a playful yet spooky adventure that’s perfect for those curious about the supernatural.

Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this tour offers a memorable experience. It’s designed for adults and accessible for wheelchairs, with options to include stops at some of the most haunted spots in New Orleans. Join us for a night filled with history, ghost stories, and a little bit of fun in the French Quarter.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the New Orleans Drunken Ghost and Vampire Tour last?

The tour duration ranges from 1 to 2 hours, depending on the pace and stops.

Is this tour suitable for children?

The tour is designed for adults aged 0–99. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, but the experience is geared toward adults.

Are drinks included in the tour?

No, alcoholic drinks are not included. You can purchase drinks at local bars during the stops.

What kind of paranormal equipment is used?

A real EMF meter — a ghost/paranormal detector — is used to help identify potential paranormal activity during the tour.

Is the tour accessible for wheelchair users?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible, and guests with infants or small children can participate comfortably in strollers or prams.

Where does the tour start?

Meet your guide on the sidewalk in front of Lafittes Blacksmith Shop Bar at 941 Bourbon Street, New Orleans. Please do not enter the bar; meet outside at the courtyard gate.

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Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.

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Duration 1 hour – 2 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Tour Duration 1 to 2 hours
Language English
Group Size Up to 30 people
Ages Allowed Adults 0–99
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

What's included

Included

  • Licensed tour guide

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase)
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

A guided tour exploring haunted sites, vampire legends, and mysterious stories in the French Quarter, with stops at local bars and key haunted locations.

  1. Stop 1

    Meet your guide in front of Lafittes Blacksmith Shop Bar to start your haunted tour. Hear stories of New Orleans history, including ghost tales, voodoo, vampires, and the city’s burial traditions. Use a paranormal detector to explore possible ghost activity at various locations.

    5 minutes
  2. Stop 2

    Guests can stop at local bars along the route to grab drinks to go. Visit the home of the tragic love story of Julie, and learn about the Carter Brothers, whose ghosts are still seen today. Also, see the site of New Orleans' largest unsolved mass murder, where spirits still linger.

    5 minutes
  3. Stop 3

    Enjoy additional drink stops and hear more ghost and vampire stories as you continue exploring the historic streets of the French Quarter.

    1 hour

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the start point in front of Lafittes Blacksmith Shop Bar.

Tours meet and depart on the sidewalk outside Lafittes Blacksmith Shop Bar at 941 Bourbon Street, New Orleans. Please meet outside the courtyard gate; do not enter the bar itself.

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Cancellation & confirmation

Free cancellation

Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure.

  • 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
  • No refund if canceled within 24 hours of departure
  • Tour may be canceled due to bad weather or insufficient bookings

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From $22.55 per person

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