Curses of the Crescent City
Did you know New Orleans residents held a funeral for alcohol on the eve of the first day Prohibition laws went into effect? It is said thousands of people crowded downtown streets in mourning for their departing spirits.
The venerable streets of New Orleans are home to some of the most notorious ghosts in the world. Not for the faint of heart, this fascinating tour takes you on a spirit-filled journey through the haunted historic district of New Orleans, where the dearly departed linger in the present day. Throughout the tour, you'll have the opportunity to indulge in some of New Orleans' famous cocktails, such as the Sazerac and the Hurricane. And as the night goes on and the drinks flow, you may even begin to feel the presence of the ghosts that call New Orleans home.
“I’m still buzzing, but I’m not sure if it was the booze or the boos! I don't think I've ever had so much fun on a night out!”
What is the New Orleans Haunted Pub Crawl about?
The New Orleans Haunted Pub Crawl is designed to bring you the best tipsy tales of ghostly activity in what many call the most haunted city in America. Step into the sultry darkness of the famous French Quarter as your guide escorts you to the best pubs and haunted locations in the city, where ghostly apparitions may take form in front of unwary guests. Listen to legendary tales of the city's most notorious ghosts and their chilling legacies. Follow in the footsteps of voodoo priestesses and hear the echoes of their powerful incantations. Feel the cold breath of the undead on your neck as you walk through the dark alleyways to peer at historically haunted buildings.
What You Will See On This Tour:
On this enthralling tour through New Orleans’ spirit-filled French Quarter, you will be introduced to:
- The lingering spirits of the Bourbon Orleans Hotel
- The tragic love story of Pirates Alley
- The Casket Girls of the Old Ursuline Convent
- The ghost table at Muriel’s Restaurant
- And so much more…
Your expert local guide will usher you to some of New Orleans’ signature public houses along with some of the most haunted hotspots in the city. As you creep down the historic streets, you'll hear stories of famous ghosts that embody the area, such as the infamous Madame LaLaurie and the notorious pirate Jean Lafitte. You'll visit historic pubs, some of which date back to the 1700s, and hear tales of the unexplained events that have occurred within their walls.
Come join us to experience the city's vibrant nightlife as never before, and take a few chills home as your scary souvenir.
“New Orleans, unlike a lot of those places you go back to and that don’t have the magic anymore, still has got it.”
-James Caskey
Additional Info
Meeting point address: All tours meet in front of Jackson Square - 701 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116,
Duration: 1 Hour
Parking: There are paid parking lots and meters around the meeting area
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