Spirits & Spells: New Orleans Ghost Walk

New Orleans is renowned for its captivating blend of history, culture, and the supernatural. The "Spirits & Spells: New Orleans Ghost Walk" promises to unveil the city’s haunted legacies, taking participants on a chilling journey through its eerie alleyways and haunted mansions. As they uncover the dark tales of spectral inhabitants and the rich voodoo heritage, visitors will be left with a newfound appreciation for the mystique that permeates the streets of this iconic American city.

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Key Points

A 2-hour guided ghost tour through haunted mansions and eerie alleyways in New Orleans, starting at the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum.
Explore the mystique of voodoo rituals and sacred sites, and learn about the legacy of voodoo queen Marie Laveau.
Discover hidden Italian influences and immerse in ghost stories and supernatural legends with a guided experience.
Tour includes visits to haunted mansions and Voodoo Authentica, a shop focused on voodoo rituals, but no entry into the haunted houses.
Emphasis on the haunting ambiance and historical significance of New Orleans’ supernatural and cultural sites.

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Tour Overview

Spirits & Spells: New Orleans Ghost Walk is a 2-hour guided tour that takes visitors on a journey through the haunted mansions and eerie alleyways of New Orleans.

The tour begins at the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum and costs $64.35 per person, with the option to book now and pay later.

Cancellations up to 24 hours in advance are eligible for a full refund.

The tour is conducted in English and isn’t suitable for wheelchair users or children under 13.

Guests are advised to wear comfortable shoes and bring a camera to capture the experience.

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Tour Highlights

Guests on the Spirits & Spells: New Orleans Ghost Walk will explore the haunted mansions and eerie alleyways of New Orleans, unveiling the mystique of voodoo rituals and sacred sites. Along the way, they’ll learn about the lasting legacy of voodoo queen Marie Laveau and discover the hidden Italian influences woven into the city’s history. Through captivating ghost stories and supernatural legends, the guided tour immerses visitors in New Orleans’ haunted past.

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| Explore haunted mansions and eerie alleyways | Unveil mystique of voodoo rituals and sacred sites |

| Learn about voodoo queen Marie Laveau’s lasting legacy | Discover hidden Italian influences in New Orleans history |

| Immerse in ghost stories and supernatural legends | Guided tour |

Itinerary

The main stops on the guided tour include a visit to haunted mansions, where guests can learn about their spectral inhabitants.

The tour also takes visitors to Voodoo Authentica, a shop immersed in the mystique of voodoo rituals and sacred sites.

A visit to Voodoo Authentica, a shop immersed in the mystique of voodoo rituals and sacred sites.

Plus, the group will tour the infamous Lalaurie Mansion, notorious for its dark history.

While guests won’t enter the haunted houses, the guide will share chilling stories about their supernatural inhabitants.

Itineraries are subject to change, but the tour promises an immersive experience in New Orleans’ haunted past and rich cultural heritage.

Experience Description

Journeying through New Orleans’ haunted past, this tour blends the supernatural allure of the city with its rich Italian cultural influences.

Expert guides share chilling stories of spectral inhabitants and tragic love stories, all steeped in the city’s vibrant history.

Explorers enter the mysterious world of voodoo, delving into its rituals, potions, and sacred sites to understand its profound impact on local culture.

From haunted mansions to the legacy of voodoo queen Marie Laveau, this immersive experience unveils the hidden depths of New Orleans’ supernatural and cultural tapestry.

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Important Information

Participants can expect to cover approximately 2.4 kilometers during the tour, so wearing comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing is recommended.

Participants should expect to cover around 2.4 kilometers and dress comfortably for the tour’s weather conditions.

Guests are encouraged to bring a camera to capture memorable experiences throughout the ghost walk.

However, please note that the tour may be canceled due to adverse weather conditions, in which case a full refund will be issued.

For last-minute bookings, customers may be transferred to another time on the same day if the chosen time is unavailable, but no subsequent complaints or refund requests will be accepted.

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Exploring Haunted Mansions

As the tour winds through the historic streets of New Orleans, guests embark on a captivating exploration of the city’s haunted mansions.

The guides regale them with chilling tales of ghostly encounters, from the notorious Lalaurie Mansion to other eerie abodes.

Visitors learn about the dark histories that linger within these walls, where tragedy, scandal, and the supernatural have left an indelible mark.

Through vivid storytelling, the tour transports guests back in time, immersing them in the haunting ambiance that permeates these historic sites, leaving them with a deeper appreciation for New Orleans’ spellbinding past.

Unveiling the Mystique of Voodoo

Stepping away from the haunting allure of New Orleans’ historic mansions, the tour now immerses guests in the mysterious world of voodoo.

Exploring Voodoo Authentica, visitors uncover the rituals, potions, and sacred sites that have shaped local culture.

The tour delves into the lasting legacy of voodoo queen Marie Laveau, whose practices continue to intrigue and mystify.

Guides share captivating tales of the spiritual traditions that imbue the city, offering a deeper understanding of the role voodoo has played in shaping New Orleans’ unique character and identity.

Sum Up

Spirits & Spells: New Orleans Ghost Walk offers a captivating exploration of the city’s haunted history. Participants will uncover chilling tales of spectral inhabitants and the rich voodoo heritage, including insights into the legacy of voodoo queen Marie Laveau and the infamous Lalaurie Mansion. This immersive experience promises unforgettable memories and spine-tingling stories for those intrigued by the supernatural.