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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.

Discover New Orleans on a 3-hour scenic tour that combines history, culture and flavor. Travel in a comfortable minivan through the most emblematic neighborhoods: Tremé, Marigny, French Quarter and Garden District. With a local multilingual guide (Spanish, English, French or Italian), you will learn about the Creole roots and the mix of French, African, Spanish and Latin American influences that shaped the city. Enjoy a refreshing local drink and receive a representative souvenir. It includes stops for authentic photos and stories that connect past and present through music, gastronomy and architecture. Maximum capacity per vehicle: 6 passengers. For larger groups, we organize simultaneous departures with several certified minivans and guides. Contact us to coordinate availability and special pricing.

What sets our New Orleans ghost tour apart is that we don’t just tell ghost stories—we give you the tools to hunt the spirits yourself. Every guest receives our cutting-edge ghost hunting app featuring EMF Detection, EVP, Infrared, and Night Vision, turning your tour into an interactive paranormal investigation through the haunted streets of the French Quarter. You keep the app forever and can continue ghost hunting wherever you go. Led by professional guides with backgrounds in storytelling, history, and the supernatural, we take you deep into the city’s darkest legends—voodoo, vampires, fires, murder, and mystery—at places like the LaLaurie Mansion, Pirate’s Alley, and the Old Ursuline Convent. This isn’t a scripted walk—it’s a chilling, hands-on experience where the ghosts might just follow you home. Book now and see why the dead never rest in New Orleans.

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 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

This is a sultry, celebratory stroll through the French Quarter designed just for the bachelor and bachelorette parties who crave something richer than neon beads and frozen daiquiris. This isn't just a drunken pub crawl. This is a toast to the spirit of the City herself: seductive, unruly, drenched in secrets. We'll wind by hidden courtyards and shadowed balconies, and spill the tea on scandalous affairs, brothel dynasties, pirate romances, and the saints and sinners who made this city a playground for the senses. Whether you're celebrating the end of singlehood or just in town to raise a little hell with your chosen krewe, this tour is your crash course in how New Orleans does passion and partying with panache. It's equal parts juicy history, local lore, and insider tips - all served with a wink and a nod. Lace up your walking shoes and let us guide you through the Quarter like only locals can: with a bit of irreverence and just enough scandal to make your grand-mere' blush.

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!

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.

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

The French Quarter is America's most atmospheric neighbourhood — jazz drifting from open doors, iron-lace balconies overhead, and 300 years of Creole history on every block. This self-guided audio tour lets you take it all in on your own terms. Wander from Jackson Square and St. Louis Cathedral along Royal Street's antique galleries, down Bourbon Street, and through the French Market, with expert audio unlocking automatically as you arrive at each stop. Download the STQRY app on Wi-Fi before you go — it works completely offline — and the tour is yours to revisit whenever you like. HIGHLIGHTS - Explore the French Quarter at your own pace — no guide, no group, no schedule. - Hear the history behind every balcony, bar, and back alley from a local expert. - GPS audio triggers automatically as you arrive — just walk and listen. - Lifetime access included — pause mid-tour and pick up where you left off, any time.

I offer immersive walking tours where we meander through neighborhoods from one end to the other: French Quarter history, voodoo, and vampire legends. Expect an hour and forty-five minutes of engaging, humorous storytelling with a break for coffee or drinks. ☕ I spill the tea—the dirt, the crevices, the lagniappe they don't put on postcards. In New Orleans, the truth is always more interesting than the legend. ⚜️

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.

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.

Step into the mid-nineteenth-century rivalry that reshaped New Orleans. Following the Louisiana Purchase of 1803, incoming Anglo-American Protestants clashed with the established French Creole Catholic elite. Barred from the French Quarter's inner circles, these newly wealthy cotton and sugar magnates converted plantation soil into a suburban showcase of monumental Greek Revival and Italianate mansions. Discover the subtle architectural signals, hidden water management systems, and forgotten labor that built this extraordinary neighborhood. - A 1.4 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 84 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Art, Design & Aesthetics and History & Memory - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Experience New Orleans through two things that define the city: its food and its history. On this private 3-hour walking tour, explore the French Quarter while tasting classic dishes born from the city's remarkable mix of cultures and traditions. Visit a carefully selected mix of celebrated restaurants and neighborhood favorites for generous tastes of New Orleans specialties. Between stops, discover the people, events, architecture, and traditions behind what you're eating—and how New Orleans became unlike any other American city. This is more than a food crawl: it is a relaxed, personal introduction to the French Quarter through the stories and flavors that shaped it. Please share dietary restrictions when booking. With advance notice, vegetarian substitutions may be possible, but options can be limited. This tour regularly features New Orleans dishes containing pork, seafood, or both, and substitutions cannot be guaranteed without advance notice.

Experience New Orleans the way its neighborhoods developed: from the historic St. Charles streetcar itself to the streets and stories of the Garden District. This private tour keeps the focus on meaningful local history—not simply a parade of mansions—with flexible pacing, personal attention, and time to ask questions along the way.

Explore the essential history, architecture, culture, and character of New Orleans’ French Quarter on a focused 2.5-hour private walking tour—ideal for visitors who want a substantial introduction in less time. Your licensed local guide follows a thoughtfully designed route while allowing sensible flexibility for your interests, pace, weather, crowds, and opening hours. One classic New Orleans food tasting from a local establishment is included, with the selection subject to availability and dietary needs. This is a private experience for your party only, with no vehicle transportation.

If you want an authentically local dinning experience outside the usual recommendations of the French Quarter this is the tour for you! Dine at some of the most acclaimed restaurants in New Orleans while taking a scenic walk through one of New Orleans’ most beautiful neighborhoods: Audubon. During this evening food tour experience, you’ll learn about the storied past of the Audubon neighborhood while visiting 3 of the best restaurants in New Orleans, owned & operated by award-winning and beloved chefs, including one restaurant on the New York Times Best 25 Restaurants in New Orleans list! Come hungry, as this is not a tasting tour, but an eating tour! - Duration & Distance: ~3 hours over a quarter-mile (.35 miles) of walking - Styled as a progressive dining experience, you will have had a full dinner by the conclusion - Small groups of 9 guests or fewer allows for a more personal, intimate feel - Learn the stories of the great chefs who created the menus that you will be dining from

Join us for an eclectic adventure through the Arts District of New Orleans, where fun, food, and art collide—with that unmistakable NOLA flair! Spend 2 unforgettable hours exploring with a professional local guide. Wander through vibrant galleries, discover unique local artwork, and enjoy complimentary bubbles as you go. Art galleries provide the bubbles— you bring your curiosity! Optional food tastings and signature cocktails available for purchase from celebrated neighborhood restaurants. Please note guide gratuities are not included. Food, cocktails, and art purchases are optional and not included in the tour price.

On this guided experience, travel from New Orleans to historic Destrehan Plantation while your guide brings the events of 1811 to life. Learn about the people who participated, the path of the uprising, Destrehan Plantation’s connection to its aftermath, and the trials held on the property. But history isn’t the only thing said to linger here. As you explore the historic grounds, hear accounts, legends, and unexplained stories associated with Destrehan Plantation and the surrounding area. Your guide will separate documented history from local lore while exploring why places marked by generations of life, loss, and conflict often become the center of paranormal stories. Learn how the uprising spread along Louisiana’s German Coast Hear the stories of those who risked everything in pursuit of freedom Hear local legends and accounts of unexplained activity associated with the property Experience Louisiana history with a touch of the paranormal

Some places are haunted by stories. Others seem to remember what happened there. This Halloween weekend, when the last visitors leave and darkness settles over Destrehan Plantation, you’ll be invited to enter one of Louisiana’s most historic properties for an after-hours paranormal investigation. Once the doors close and the plantation grows silent, the investigation begins. Walk through centuries-old spaces in near darkness. Use paranormal investigation equipment. Call out into empty rooms. Listen for footsteps, voices, knocks, and movements that shouldn’t be there. And if something answers… Will you have the courage to answer back? No haunted-house actors. No staged scares. Just darkness. History. Investigation. And the possibility that you aren’t investigating alone. The question isn’t whether you believe in ghosts. It’s what you’ll believe when you leave. Conduct a hands-on paranormal investigation Explore the plantation after dark Use paranormal investigation equipment

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.

Embark on a private tour around New Orleans—and discover a side of the region many other visitors miss—on this multi-stop tour. Relax in a comfortable vehicle as you visit three New Orleans area destinations in one trip, with ample time to explore. See the Louisiana swamp on an air boat, explore the historic Destrehan Plantation, and see the city of New Orleans’ major landmarks, all in one day.

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.