
A 90-minute walking tour through the French Quarter exploring the real history of voodoo in New Orleans. No jump scares, no Hollywood myths. Just good storytelling about one of the world's most misunderstood religions.
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This 90-minute walking tour digs into the real history of voodoo in New Orleans. How it arrived through the collision of African, Caribbean, and Catholic traditions. Why it gripped the city for over a hundred years. And what it actually is, versus what most people think. Your guide is an experienced storyteller who knows this material cold, and groups stay small enough that you can ask questions along the way.
You'll visit historically significant sites and hear about the figures and events that shaped voodoo culture in the city. The storytelling is engaging enough that you forget you're walking. Nobody is jumping out at you. But standing in front of the places where this history actually happened, hearing how fear and misunderstanding of an African religion consumed an entire city for over a century, the real stories hit differently than anything you'd get from a movie. What was it about New Orleans that made voodoo take root here and nowhere else in the United States?
Built for anyone who wants to understand New Orleans on a deeper level, not just get spooked. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. French Quarter meeting location provided in your confirmation email. Not recommended for younger children.

French Quarter meeting point
723 St. Peter Street, New Orleans, LA
Exact meeting location provided in your confirmation email. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early.
No. The LaLaurie Mansion is a privately owned home. Our tours stop outside and your guide tells the story from the street.
Our walking tours are about an hour and 45 minutes long. You generally cover about a mile of ground. It's an easy walk and you stop a lot to hear stories.
There are paid parking lots on Basin St. and on the corner of Conti and N. Rampart St. Prices vary depending on what's happening in the city that day. If you're staying at a French Quarter hotel, we recommend walking to the tour site.
We have a few different starting locations. After you've booked your tour, we send a confirmation email with all the details, including where your tour starts.
Sure! It's New Orleans. You're legally allowed to drink on the streets as long as your drink is in a plastic container. Tours generally start at a bar and stop at one halfway through, often with drink specials. Just note: guests who become disruptive may be asked to leave with no refund. Please drink in moderation.
Bring a poncho or umbrella! Tours run rain or shine — some say the ghosts are more active when it rains. We only cancel during dangerous weather (lightning, hurricanes), and you'll receive a full refund or reschedule option.
Absolutely! Tipping 15-20% of your tour cost is standard and greatly appreciated — similar to what you'd tip at a restaurant. Our guides are passionate locals who rely on tips as a significant part of their income. A great guide can make your experience unforgettable. If they do, let them know!
Tours run rain or shine. If you show up in the rain, your guide will be there. We only cancel if conditions become dangerous, and in that case you'll receive a full refund or the option to reschedule.
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Not recommended for younger children.
Flat 1-mile walk through the French Quarter with frequent stops. Easy pace with plenty of time at each location.
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