Hear French Quarter hauntings, true crime, and Voudou history with a local guide
2 hrs
Up to 15 people
Historical visuals, tour stories
Explore the French Quarter's darker history through true stories of hauntings, crime, vampire legends, and Voudou traditions. Shape the conversation around the stories and landmarks that interest your group.
100% refund with more than 24 hours' notice.
Product ID: UVR68V
Our tours are personalized for every group. So, if the same 2 people were the only ones on the tour, there's very little difference. But it helps us sort guests into what type of experience they're looking for, so we can make sure we can personalize it in a way that's a good fit for every group.
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Spectral City Tours delivers consistently excellent experiences through their talented guides who really know how to bring New Orleans history to life. Tracy stands out in multiple reviews for her entertaining storytelling style and ability to share fascinating secrets and scandals, particularly on the Garden District tour. Thomas also earns high praise for his deep knowledge extending beyond just tour stops to cover the broader history of NOLA. Josh gets mentioned for his laid-back approach and willingness to customize tours based on group interests, plus he offers helpful recommendations for dining and activities. The ghost tours feature authentic local stories rather than manufactured scares, and guides across the board keep groups engaged with humor and genuine expertise. Tours feel like they fly by because the guides maintain such an entertaining pace while packing in historical details. Whether you're exploring the French Quarter or discovering Garden District architecture, visitors consistently describe feeling both educated and entertained. The personal touch really shines through, with guides taking questions and adapting to what interests each group most.
Had an amazing tour with the guide Thomas he answered all our questions and helped us understand the history of New Orleans that we wouldn’t have learned otherwise. He was patient as well with answering all our questions as well.
Samvika Mehra
May 23, 2026
Had an amazing tour with the guide Thomas he answered all our questions and helped us understand the history of New Orleans that we wouldn’t have learned otherwise. He was patient as well with answering all our questions as well.
Samvika Mehra
May 23, 2026
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