Brace yourself for the unbridled streets of New Orleans, where vampires and other creatures of the night, co-existing in a bloody union, are ready to greet you.
Walk through the French Quarter for a different take on New Orleans history that highlights the mysterious and macabre. Hidden parts of the Quarter are exposed in the light of day on this thrilling True Crime tour.
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Blood and Magic: Voodoo and Vampire True Crime Tour
The Blood and Magic: Voodoo and Vampire True Crime Tour takes you underneath the gas lamps and balconies of the French Quarter to discover some of the city’s most heinous and legendary characters. From Voodoo Priestess to Axe-wielding maniacs, hear stories of murder, bloodletting, and criminal intent at the exact places where they happened. Marie Laveu, Madam LaLaurie, and other famous figures are brought into the limelight on this mystery true crime tour in the heart of New Orleans.
Meeting location: In front of the Congo Square at 701 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116
Starting Time: 11 AM
Pet Policy: Pets are welcomed!
Alcohol Policy: No Drinking Permitted
Adults Only: Yes
Where to Meet, Park, and Directions
In front of the Congo Square at 701 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116
We recommend parking near 612 Dumaine Street. Use parkme.com for more parking locations.
Old Ursuline Convent
The oldest building in the French Quarter, the Ursuline Nun Convent holds terrifying truths within its profoundly somber walls. Built in 1727, with the current building dating back to 1727, the Convent is said to have been home to Vampires from the city’s earliest days. Hear the first North American tale about Vampires at this historic and creepy convent.
Voodoo Authentica
With handmade goods, imported items from Africa, and real-life Voodoo practitioners running the shop, Voodoo Authentica is the best place to learn about the ancient and misunderstood African religion of Voodoo. Walk inside this magical French Quarter shop and experience Voodoo as it was meant to be, up close and personal.
Potions Lounge
There is a place high above Bourbon Street where the creatures of the night mingle to pulsating rhythms and the intoxicating pleasures of Absinthe. Take our Voodoo and Vampire True Crime tour to discover the location of this hidden and upscale den full of sin to revel in its decadence after the tour.
Join the Voodoo Vampire True Crime Tour and peer into a dark world seldom seen by the casual visitor to Bourbon Street. Vampires, Voodoo practitioners, and the homicidal maniacs of New Orleans’s true crime history are revealed in this unique peek into the most mysterious parts of the Big Easy. New Orleans is a haven for the unusual and downright disturbing. Learn about them all in the safety of daylight.
Beneath the binge-worthy TV specials and classic movies like American Horror Story: Coven and Interview With The Vampire are the actual characters they were based on. Many times, they are even more horrifying than their fictional counterparts. Discover the factual stories behind the Vampire Lestat, Marie Laveau, and Madame Marie LaLaurie. Bridge the gap between reality and fantasy on this journey into the strangely beautiful streets of the French Quarter.
Experience the history of New Orleans through a lens far darker than we are led to believe. Vicious murderers once called New Orleans home. Now, the ghosts of their horrid crime sprees stalk the city. The Haunted Hotel and The Omni Royal are among the most well-known and haunted locations, and they are waiting for you on the best New Orleans Voodoo and Vampire True Crime tour. Reserve your spot today!
Vampires are real! Yes, you heard it right. These creatures of the night have been inhabiting New Orleans since the 1700s, an ... d they haven’t slept a wink since. Hear about the unique subculture that considers itself vampires and their origins. Join them if you want! We will take you to their favorite hangouts and tell you where to get a midnight snack. Anne Rice lovers rejoice—we’ll give you the rundown on what inspired the vampire Queen.
Voodoo is a fascinating religion that combines aspects of Catholicism and African religion. However, it is vastly misundersto ... od by those who want to hear about it the most. The connotations generally associated with it are negative and evil. But Voodoo is a beautiful religion meant to uplift those who practice it. Understand all there is to know about this fascinating religion on this comprehensive New Orleans Voodoo Tour—the perfect gift for the Marie Laveau fanatic in your life.
There is no shortage of good times in New Orleans. Whether you are there to party, soak up music and culture, or eat some del ... icious food, there is something for everyone. But if you are looking for something unique to do in New Orleans, book a spot on our Voodoo and Vampire True Crime Tour. Other tours may skimp around the gory and hard-to-swallow details, but we don’t spare a single truth.
Voodoo is constantly misrepresented on television and in folklore. If you are coming to New Orleans to learn the real deal be ... hind the rituals, potions, and dolls, look nowhere else. Our Voodoo and Vampire True Crime Tour accurately depicts Voodoo as it was meant to be, without the superstitions and stereotypes. You’ll even go into an authentic Voodoo Shop. So what are you waiting for? Book your spot today!
New Orleans is considered a dangerous place and has always been that way. While the streets of the French Quarter are much sa ... fer today than they once were, the remnants of the city’s dangerous past have yet to wash away. Journey down to the Quarter with us and discover a world of true crime hidden beneath hundreds of years of history. From the gruesome story of Zach and Addy to the bloody killing spree of the Axe murderer, the legends are endless.
Big Easy Bayou Bites French Quarter Food Tour
New Orleans has long been the culinary and cultural capital of the United States. Visitors come to New Orleans to enjoy the city's delicacies, while chefs come to establish culinary empires and legacies.
Tour Meeting Location: Meet your tour guide outside of Voodoo Authentica at 612 Dumaine St, New Orleans, LA 70116.
Tour Times:
Tour Length: Approximately 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
French Quarter Ghosts and Ghouls of New Orleans
Discover the ghosts of New Orleans on a bone-chilling ghost tour on the haunted streets of the French Quarter.
Tour Meeting Location: All tours meet and end in the French Quarter at the St. Louis Cathedral, 615 Pere Antoine Alley, at the front of the steps to the entrance facing Jackson Square.
Tour Times: Daily @ 8PM
Tour Length: Approximately 1 hour
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Frenchman Street Music and Murals Bayou Bar Crawl
Join a unique and exhilarating experience that explores one of New Orleans' most iconic streets.
Tour Meeting Location: Meet your tour guide outside the Frenchmen Hotel, at 417 Frenchmen Street.
Tour Times:
Tour Length:
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
New Orleans Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Enjoy some liquid courage while hearing ghostly tales of New Orleans's most historic haunts and drinking hotspots.
Tour Meeting Location: All tours meet in front of Jackson Square - 701 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116.
Tour Times: Daily @ 5:45PM
Tour Length: Approximately 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Time and Money: Tombs and Mansions of the Rich and Famous
There's no shortage of opulent and elegant homes in New Orleans, and the Garden District is full of architectural delights, but these homes may be hiding secrets as well.
Tour Meeting Location: Meet your guide in front of the historical marker for Colonel Short's Villa, at 1448 Fourth Street, New Orleans.
Tour Times: Daily @ 2PM
Tour Length: Approximately 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
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