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The only ancestral witches tour company in New Orleans. A private Witches Coven tour takes you deep into the Witches Garden District, a neighborhood often seen as a symbol of wealth and prestige, but behind the grand homes and oak-lined streets, generations of ancestral witches and their families have lived, practiced, and passed down traditions that still echo today. While popular culture has introduced audiences to fictional witches, this experience moves beyond imagination and into truth. Hear firsthand accounts from the descendants of the witches, as you explore the real history of New Orleans witchcraft and uncover stories that existed long before they were ever adapted for television or film. Because this is a fully customized private tour, you are free to engage more deeply, ask questions, and linger in spaces that resonate. Select your preferred start time and meeting location for a seamless experience. Optional enhancements can be added.

The Best Way to Discover New Orleans: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at Woldenberg Park or a visit to the Audubon Aquarium and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Spanish Plaza, Caesars New Orleans Hotel & Casino, Audubon Aquarium, Woldenberg Park, Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, French Market Place, Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar, Louis Armstrong Park, and Congo Square.

Explore the highlights of New Orleans on a private tour with a licensed tour guide that lets you get beyond the surface level of this historic city. Discover what makes the Crescent City so fascinating as you visit places like the Cabildo, Pirates Alley, St. Louis Cathedral, the French Quarter, and the French Market. You’ll see plenty of highlights in just a few hours.

Discover the best of Louisiana in one unforgettable day with Legendary Tours’ Combo Swamp & Plantation Tour near New Orleans. Start your experience at one of Louisiana’s historic plantations, where you’ll explore the preserved home and grounds while learning about the region’s rich and complex history. Then, venture into the Louisiana bayou on a guided swamp tour through moss-draped cypress trees. Spot alligators, turtles, snakes, wild boar, and native birds in their natural habitat. This all-in-one New Orleans plantation and swamp tour is perfect for travelers who want to experience authentic Southern history and wildlife without booking separate excursions. Why book with Legendary Tours? ✔️ Comfortable round-trip transportation ✔️ Seamless same-day scheduling ✔️ Small-group, personalized experience ✔️ Friendly, reliable local service Book your New Orleans Swamp & Plantation Combo Tour today and experience Louisiana the legendary way.

On this two-hour, family-run walking tour of the Big Easy, you’ll discover the history-packed French Quarter’s most impressive haunts, from St. Louis Cathedral to the ghostly home of Marie Laveau. Listen to stories of voodoo and vampires along the way, using an EMF Meter to detect paranormal activity. Entertainment buffs can also get a peek at TV and filming locations.

This private romantic tour reveals the timeless charm of New Orleans. Walk through historic streets shaped by centuries of cultural transformation and artistic legacy. Admire elegant French Quarter architecture inspired by European and Creole traditions. Discover hidden courtyards and classical balconies filled with stories from America’s oldest cultural districts. Feel the atmosphere created by jazz melodies and vibrant heritage. Your charismatic guide will share fascinating tales about legendary love stories and historic landmarks. Ancient influences and architectural beauty create an inspiring setting for unforgettable moments together. The rich cultural identity of New Orleans offers history far older than much of the modern United States. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Explore the alluring beauty of New Orleans with a unique 5.5-hour private driving tour. Unearth secrets from this vibrant city and its history through an exciting guided excursion to the many sights and attractions. Make good use of your time in NOLA, and visit Destrehan Plantation, St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, and Hurricane Katrina Memorial, while passing through many of the well-known neighborhoods.

Join us for an insightful guided tour of the Historic New Orleans Collection’s French Quarter Galleries, where artifacts, objects, and artwork bring more than 300 years of New Orleans history to life. Along the way, you'll discover the stories of the diverse communities that shaped the French Quarter, from immigrant groups and artists to the musicians who helped define the neighborhood's unique character and culture. You'll also explore the area's more complex history, including the profound impacts of slavery and the ongoing struggle for civil rights that helped shape New Orleans and the nation.

Visit a historic southern plantation located just a short drive from New Orleans and explore the city on a driving tour on this full-day private excursion. Learn about the history of the Antebellum South as you tour the main structures and grounds of Evergreen Plantation, and hear stories about the families that owned the land, and the enslaved people who toiled there. Your tour includes hotel pickup in New Orleans, and VIP transportation for up to four passengers.

Designed specifically for teens and older, this hands-on paranormal investigation takes you beyond the ordinary ghost walk and into the haunted streets of the French Quarter. Using real ghost-hunting equipment, including EMF meters, dowsing rods, a spirit box, and oracle cards, you'll investigate legendary haunted locations while uncovering the history behind New Orleans' most famous ghost stories. Along the way, you'll hear tales of pirates, duels, fortune tellers, unsolved mysteries, and restless spirits as you put your own investigative skills to the test. This immersive experience blends history, folklore, and the supernatural, inviting skeptics and believers alike to decide whether New Orleans truly deserves its reputation as America's most haunted city.

This tour allows you to drink throughout the tour through the French Quarter. The stops to get your cup refilled is offered as a courtesy and is intended to add to the experience for all on the tour. This tour is as kid friendly as NOLA can be. Please keep in mind some locations allow children inside, however some do not. The tour guide will wait outside the bar with the children while guests refill their drinks and stand with the children at all to go windows for drink stops as well. Boozers, history buffs, and paranormal enthusiasts alike are sure to have a blast on the drunk history of New Orleans walking tour, surely a memorable experience. Rewrite history by putting your own spin on some of New Orleans most talked about fucked up historical events and haunted locations. Be entertained & learn shit! Come visit the home of New Orleans Drunken tours. Our motto: learning is intoxicating!

Delve into the fascinating history of nine formerly enslaved men who bravely fought for their freedom during the Civil War as Union Soldiers. This 50-minute guided tour immerses you in true stories from history that happened at Laura Plantation while guiding you throughout the property. - 50-minute guided outdoor tour focusing on nine enslaved men who fought for freedom as Union Soldiers. - Explore the plantation grounds, including the authentic 1840s slave cabins - Tour does NOT go through the main house. - Learn about the impact of slavery and the Civil War in Louisiana - Visit the self-guided exhibit either before or after your tour for further insights into the lives of the enslaved community.

The Night is ruled by supernatural beings, but what about the Day? Most supernatural history tours are nighttime events. We believe the Day is as mesmerizing and fascinating as anything that happens in the darkest hours. Join us as we stroll the French Quarter in broad daylight exploring its darkest parts in a completely different light. We will stand in front of houses with macabre histories, “feel the air” of one of the most violent, dangerous streets to ever exist in the US, and find ourselves horrified by the actual history of disease, violence, and inhumanity in the Crescent City. DayWalkers we will be. Join us for your walk on the dark side in the sunlight!

The Real: New Orleans is built for those who seek connection over consumption. For wanderers who want to fall in love with a place that’s magnificent, messy, mystical, and sometimes maddening. We offer intimate tours, custom experiences, and real stories told with reverence, irreverence, and deep affection. Our philosophy is simple but radical: listen deeply, respond thoughtfully, and never underestimate the power of presence.

Explore New Orleans on a self-guided walking tour, starting at the historic Congo Square. This engaging journey weaves through 2.8 km of the city’s rich history, where architecture, music, and ritual come alive. With audio guidance, learn fascinating facts at your own pace, and enjoy interactive quizzes that unlock more content as you walk. The tour is designed for solo adventurers or those who want to team up with friends, allowing for a unique blend of learning and fun. Perfect for any weather, this tour can be undertaken anytime and takes about two hours to complete. - Self-guided tour, allowing for personal pace and exploration - 2.8 km route featuring iconic sites like Bourbon Street and Jackson Square - Interactive audio guide with quizzes for added engagement - Enjoy this activity solo or with friends—no group required.

The French Quarter has always belonged to its women—painted or pious, dangerous or divine, sometimes all at once. We reveal the fiercely complex women who shaped the heart of New Orleans. Their names echo like hymns and hexes: Baroness Pontalba, Elizabeth Werlein, Madame LaLaurie, Marie Laveau, Saint Frances Cabrini, & Rose Nicaud. The Baroness de Pontalba, who stamped her initials—and her vision—into the architecture of Jackson Square. Her story is one of defiance and civic rebirth. The preservationist fire of Elizabeth Werlein - this woman's fire saved rather than destroyed. Madame LaLaurie's horrors told not through haunted legend, but the cruelty of racial violence cloaked in wealth and elegance laid bare. Marie Laveau—Voodoo Queen, healer, mystic, and more. Rose Nicaud, once-enslaved, she carved out a life selling coffee —one of the city’s first Black, female entrepreneurs. Women who didn’t just live in New Orleans. They built her, saw her broken, and resurrected her.

Small group sizes. Guests are treated like family. The only Tour Conpany in New Orelans that give a portion of each tour booked back to local charities.

Explore the rich tapestry of New Orleans' past on this 1 hour 45-minute walking tour along the Mississippi River. Starting at the Canal Street Ferry Terminal, this journey delves into the stories of the First Peoples, French settlers, and enslaved Africans, all woven into the vibrant fabric of the city. This isn’t just a recount of disasters; it’s a narrative of resilience and spirit, highlighting the impacts of hurricanes, commerce, and cultural evolution. Perfect for all ages, the tour offers a ferry ride and a scenic walk along the historic riverfront, shedding light on the enduring legacy of America’s most storied river. - Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes, starting at Canal Street Ferry Terminal - Includes a ferry ride and a guided walk along the riverfront - Suitable for guests of all ages, offering insights into New Orleans' history - Focus on resilience and cultural stories rather than just disasters

Discover the scary side of New Orleans on this walking ghost tour through the historic French Quarter. As twilight descends, your licensed guide reveals chilling tales of hauntings, murders, and mysterious deaths that have shaped the city's eerie reputation. Meander through the shadowy streets near Jackson Square, where ghostly figures and unexplained phenomena await. With a relaxed pace covering less than a mile, this immersive experience invites plenty of questions and interactions, allowing you to delve deeper into the city's haunted history. - Explore the most haunted locations in the French Quarter - Learn about documented stories of ghostly encounters and tragic events - Enjoy a leisurely walk of about 6-7 blocks, lasting 90 minutes - Small group sizes for an intimate and engaging experience

It is August 1878, and yellow fever is turning the French Quarter into a graveyard. You are Louis Joseph Dufilho Jr., America's first licensed pharmacist, and a coded letter reaches your hands. Walk from the French Market to your apothecary on Chartres Street, decoding the secret hidden across the Quarter's iconic landmarks before the trail — and the city — are lost. Blending New Orleans history — the Ursuline nuns, the 1878 epidemic, the wrought-iron balconies of Royal and Bourbon Streets, the Cabildo and St. Louis Cathedral — with a gothic conspiracy thriller, every stop reveals the landmark's true story while advancing the intrigue. Augmented reality brings the clues to life, with audio narration in 32 languages. Start whenever you like, go at your own pace, pause for photos. No guide, no fixed schedule, no app to download — just open it on your phone and play. A perfect blend of sightseeing, storytelling and puzzles for explorers, couples and families visiting New Orleans.

Looking for a night out that’s equal parts thrills and chills? Grab your crew and join us for "Till Death Do Us Part," the haunted pub crawl that dives into the darker side of love, betrayal, and revenge. With a heartbreaking route along Royal Avenue, Bourbon Street, and Ursulines Avenue, you'll be reconsidering your own path to love. These aren’t your average love stories—think affairs, tragic endings, and revenge so sweet it could raise the dead. Get ready to hear tales of restless spirits who refuse to move on from their bitter love affairs, long after the final toast was made. Whether you're celebrating with your party, hanging with the crew, or just looking for a wild night out, you’ll discover that love may just be the deadliest - and most entertaining thing of all. So, come for the ghosts, stay for the good times, and see why sometimes, till death isn't just a vow- it’s a thrilling adventure. Cheers to betrayal, booze, and one unforgettable night! Drinks not included.

Embark on a journey through the sounds that shaped New Orleans and influenced music around the world. This experience blends the city’s rich cultural roots with the evolution of jazz, rhythm & blues, brass bands, bounce music, and modern New Orleans rap culture. Cruise through legendary neighborhoods like Back-O-Town, Central City, Hollygrove, and Rampart Street while exploring the stories, artists, and cultural movements that helped define the city’s unique sound. Discover iconic music landmarks like the historic Dew Drop Inn, learn how early New Orleans music evolved into global influence, and experience the energy of second lines, bounce culture, celebrity hotspots, and music video locations along the way. From the birthplace of jazz to the modern beats of New Orleans culture, this tour connects the past and present through music, storytelling, and the real rhythm of the city. Join 2nd Line Tours and experience the Sound of New Orleans — From Congo Square to That Beat

Explore the eerie history of Destrehan Plantation on a 90 minute long haunted tour that comes alive at night. Guided by an experienced interpreter, delve into chilling tales of the 1811 Slave Revolt and the spirits said to haunt this historic sugar plantation. Engage with interactive equipment like dowsing rods and EMF readers while wandering the Big House and grounds. This captivating experience is perfect for history buffs and ghost enthusiasts alike, available Thursday to Sunday at 6:30 p.m. Uber, Lyft, and Taxi services provide transportation to and from the plantation. 90 minute interactive haunted history tour at Destrehan Plantation - Guided by a skilled interpreter sharing ghostly tales - Use of specialized equipment like dowsing rods and spirit boxes - Available Thursday through Sunday, starting at 6:30 p.m. with flexible transport options

Experience New Orleans like never before on this immersive walking tour through the French Quarter. Journey from the soulful Congo Square to the historic French Market, uncovering the city's complex history of slavery, Creole culture, and resilience. Explore iconic landmarks, hidden slave quarters, and vibrant marketplaces, all while hearing stories of struggle, survival, and celebration. Perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike! Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.