Sip your way through French Quarter cocktail history in a small group
1.5-2 hours
Up to 14 people
Guided tour, Bar stops
Explore New Orleans cocktail history over drinks in French Quarter bars on this 1.5–2 hour walking tour. Start at Pirate’s Alley Café and visit spots known for classics like the Sazerac, French 75, and Hurricane.
Ages 21+ only. Tours run 1.5–2 hours and usually include a break. Arrive 15 minutes early and wear closed-toe shoes for walking.
100% refund if you cancel earlier than 48 hours before the availability start time.
You must be 21 or older to join the Cocktales Tour.
Wear closed-toe shoes and plan to walk.
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled start time.
622 Pirate's Alley New Orleans, La.
Doug stands out as the star guide here, earning enthusiastic praise for his storytelling abilities and deep knowledge of New Orleans history. Reviewers consistently mention how he brings the city's dark past to life without gimmicks or costumes, relying instead on compelling narratives and genuine passion. The tours cover fascinating ground, from the LaLaurie mansion to lesser-known corners of the Marigny, with many locals and repeat visitors noting they learned stories they'd never heard before despite extensive experience with similar tours. The company offers multiple tour options, including the original Dark History tour and the Dead Frenchmen tour, with no overlap between them. Other guides like Rose, Robi, Dane, and Charmaine also receive strong mentions for their skill and knowledge. The VIP vampire tour option adds a bonus hour in a speakeasy lounge. Groups of all sizes seem to have great experiences, with smaller tours feeling especially personalized. Several reviewers emphasize this goes beyond typical ghost entertainment, offering genuine historical education wrapped in atmospheric storytelling that helps visitors understand the soul of New Orleans.
Were recently in NOLA and signed up with for Jonathan for a vampire tour. The day we requested is not a normal day for him, but he made an exception for a private tour for just four of us. Rose was our tour guide and had so much energy and knowledge she made the time fly. As we walked through the town you could see numerous other tours happening, but none seem as engaging as this one. Before our tour, Jonathan also recommended going to the vampire Café to set the tone for it. The tour ended at an incredible hidden speakeasy on the second floor. Rose sat with us for another 30 minutes and just told us stories and answered all her questions. Highly recommend.
glen mcguire
May 10, 2026
Were recently in NOLA and signed up with for Jonathan for a vampire tour. The day we requested is not a normal day for him, but he made an exception for a private tour for just four of us. Rose was our tour guide and had so much energy and knowledge she made the time fly. As we walked through the town you could see numerous other tours happening, but none seem as engaging as this one. Before our tour, Jonathan also recommended going to the vampire Café to set the tone for it. The tour ended at an incredible hidden speakeasy on the second floor. Rose sat with us for another 30 minutes and just told us stories and answered all her questions. Highly recommend.
glen mcguire
May 10, 2026