Ghosts have a way of finding you in New Orleans. This tour turns dark French Quarter stories into a moving night of bar-hopping, not a sit-and-listen lecture.

Two things I really like: you get an included free shot plus drink discounts, and you actually step into “spirited” venues tied to the city’s lore.

One thing to keep in mind: the experience leans more toward history and tragedy than nonstop jump-scares, so if you want only spooky sightings, adjust your expectations.

The pace is built for the French Quarter, with short story stops and quick time to grab a drink. You’ll meet at 507 Frenchmen St and end near the action at MRB Bar & Kitchen around 515 St Philip St.

For me, the best part is how the guide ties each location to what makes the place feel haunted—whether that’s a famous mansion story, old-school bar legends, or photo ideas at a hotel.

Key highlights at a glance

• One included drink (a shot) plus drink discounts so the night stays fun without upselling
• Actual bar entry at stops, including Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar
• Haunted stop variety: mansion legend, historic pub, and a hotel linked to paranormal-style lore
• Short, workable timing (about 2 hours total) that fits well into a night out
• Mardi Gras beads included, plus the vibe stays party-friendly
• Max group size of 28, which helps the tour stay social and manageable

Ghost Tour and Haunted Pub Crawl Party: How the Night Works

This isn’t the kind of ghost tour where you clutch your ticket and whisper the whole time. It’s a story-driven walking tour that also functions like a light pub crawl—so you can get spooked and still keep the evening moving.

The format matters. With an around-2-hour schedule, the tour keeps momentum: meet, mingle, hit a few haunted stops, then wrap up with recommendations to keep your night going. It’s especially handy if you’re visiting for a few days and want an easy “first night” plan that puts names and stories to the streets.

You’ll get a local, professional guide, and you’ll receive a mobile ticket at booking. It also runs in English, and the group size caps at 28, which usually means you’re not lost in a huge crowd.

Meeting at Frenchmen Street and Ending at MRB Bar & Kitchen

Your start is 507 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116, and the tour ends at MRB Bar & Kitchen, 515 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70116. That end point is useful: it’s still in the French Quarter area, so you’re not stranded far from where the music and nightlife live.

The tour is designed to be walkable, and most people can participate. It’s also listed as near public transportation, which helps if you’re not using a rideshare every time you move one neighborhood over.

One practical tip: wear shoes you can walk in while looking up at buildings. Several stops are tied to architecture and corners—if you’re constantly stopping for photos, the route can feel longer. You’ll want your camera ready, but you won’t want to slow the whole group down to take perfect shots.

Stop 1: BMC Balcony Music Club, Mingle Time, and a Free Shot

The tour begins at BMC Balcony Music Club for an early mingle. This first stop is built around social energy: you get drink specials, you’ll head into the bar, and the guide kicks off NOLA’s darker history from there.

Here’s the part you’ll feel in your pocket: you’re offered a free shot as part of the included drinks. That sets the tone right away. Even if you’re not the type who usually joins “themed” nights, starting with an included shot makes it easier to relax and go with the flow.

Timing is short—about 15 minutes—so don’t treat Stop 1 like a long happy hour. It’s more like: get oriented, meet your guide, take a quick drink, and then move on.

What you’ll likely notice: the guide often frames the stories in a way that connects to the feeling of the neighborhood rather than only listing dates. The best tours do this. They help you “see” why a place matters, even when you’re standing in a real bar with real people.

Stop 2: Lalaurie Mansion, American Horror Story Fame, and Real Tragedy

Next up is the Lalaurie Mansion stop. It’s famous in pop culture—American Horror Story filmed there—but the tour’s point is bigger than TV. This is one of those New Orleans locations where the story has stayed alive because of what happened, not because it looks spooky in a screenshot.

You’ll have about 30 minutes here, which gives the guide time to explain the context and why the mansion became a legend. This is also where the tour leans more toward historical tragedy than purely supernatural action. If you enjoy true-crime vibes and local history, this stop is a strong match.

A possible drawback: if you’re expecting nonstop ghost sightings at each location, this style can feel more “story first” than “scream first.” That’s not bad—it just means you should come for haunted history with a party edge, not for guaranteed paranormal proof.

If you’re someone who likes your scares rooted in real events, you’ll probably leave this stop feeling like you understand why people still whisper about the French Quarter after dark.

Stop 3: Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar and the Pirate-Phantom Vibe

Then you shift to Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar, one of the best-known names in French Quarter bar lore. This is the stop where the walking tour feels most like a true pub crawl, because you’re not just looking at a landmark from the sidewalk.

This stop is about 30 minutes. The guide ties the story to the bar’s pirate reputation and its long list of paranormal-style legends. In other words: you’re sipping somewhere with a reputation that long predates modern nightlife.

You’ll also get a real benefit from the tour structure here: it’s one of the few ghost tours that lets you go inside bars and get a drink. That matters because New Orleans is a “feel it in your body” kind of place. Being inside the venue turns the story into something you can sense—sound, lighting, chatter, the whole vibe.

A consideration: the drinks included are limited—this tour includes one shot, and the rest comes through drink discounts. That’s still good value, but it’s not an open-bar setup. If you want a heavy drinking night, you’ll probably want to pace yourself and decide what you’re ordering based on what you actually enjoy.

Stop 4: Andrew Jackson Hotel, Backstreets, and Camera-Ready Apparitions

The final featured stop is the Andrew Jackson Hotel (a French Quarter Inns property). The guide frames this part as a chance to explore spooky backstreets and paranormal legends—with a fun challenge for your phone or camera.

At this stop, the idea is to bring your camera and try capturing apparitions on film. Whether you get a clear result is another story, but the tour’s value is in the prompt: it encourages you to look carefully at your surroundings and treat the night like an adventure, not just a walk.

This stop is about 30 minutes. It’s also an easy place to lean into the “night out” mindset. By now you’ll have a few stories in your head, so you’re not just waiting for the next location. You’ll be more likely to notice the little things the guide points out—dark corners, old facades, and why certain routes feel different after dark.

The biggest thing I’d suggest here: don’t stand in a way that blocks foot traffic while you’re filming. If you’re going to shoot photos, move aside for a moment and let the group flow.

The Guides Make or Break the Experience

One reason this tour earns a high rating is consistency in the human element. Different guides show different flavors, but the best nights share a few traits: good story flow, humor that keeps things light, and time built in for drinks.

Names you may see include Pandi and Clarissa as standout hosts. Clarissa in particular has been described as energetic and willing to show evidence-style materials like photographs, which can be fun if you like theories and visual proof. Pandi is frequently praised for keeping the group engaged and giving a smooth pace with enough time for the bar stops.

Other guides mentioned include Wendy and Quay, and their styles can affect how the tour feels. One important caution: the schedule can shift, and on at least one night a group reported that two named stops weren’t visited, which can change the experience fast. That doesn’t mean the tour is unreliable—just that with nightlife and timing, the “last 30 minutes” can be where reality differs from your ideal plan.

If you want the best shot at a perfect night, arrive on time and start with the mindset that the guide is running a walking party while telling a story.

Price and Value: Why $19 Works (If You Want This Style)

At $19 per person for about 2 hours, the math can work very well—especially because the package includes an included shot plus drink discounts. In a French Quarter bar crawl, the biggest expense is often alcohol. Here, the tour reduces your risk: you’re not paying full price to “maybe” have fun.

You’re also paying for someone to connect the dots between places. New Orleans has layers—legend, tragedy, architecture, old street patterns. A good guide turns that into a story you can walk with. And because you actually enter some of the bars, you’re not paying only for narration.

That said, this is not a buffet of drinks. If you’re used to bigger pub crawls where you keep ordering freely, you might feel the pace is more restrained. You’ll get the included shot and then you decide how much more to buy with discounts.

The Walking Pace and What to Expect When You Want More Spook

This tour’s structure helps it fit into a busy travel schedule. It’s also why some people love it: it doesn’t drag. You’ll have a few stops, short segments of story, and time to drink inside the venues.

Still, there’s a spectrum in what counts as “spooky” here. Some nights lean hard on history, tragedy, and what makes a location feel haunted after you learn the story. That can be very effective—especially in a place where real events cast long shadows.

If you’re hoping for lots of eerie sightings—like lights flickering, figures, or constant paranormal claims—you may find it slower or less intense than your dream version. The safest approach is to come for haunted history with a nightlife twist.

A small heads-up on drinking: one guide can give you a lot of time to order and enjoy, while another may keep things brisk to stay on schedule. The tour does aim to keep the experience fun, but your alcohol time is always shared with the walking plan.

Mardi Gras Beads, Party Energy, and What Happens at the End

You’ll receive complimentary Mardi Gras beads, which signals right away that this isn’t just about fear. It’s about atmosphere. In New Orleans, that matters. It helps you blend into the night rather than treating it like a daytime museum tour.

Near the end, you’ll leave with chilling stories of around 300 years of the dead, plus recommendations to keep going in the Big Easy. That follow-up can be useful because it points you toward what to do next without you guessing.

One special note from the experience: on some nights, Voodoo Queen Kalindah Lavaux may join the group for a voodoo blessing ceremony. When that happens, it takes time away from other storytelling, but it’s described as a one-of-a-kind add-on because of her Voodoo knowledge and fame in New Orleans. If you’re into Voodoo culture and you’re flexible with pacing, this could be a memorable bonus.

Who This Ghost Tour Is Best For

This is a great fit if you want a fun, social evening and you like your haunted stories tied to real places you can visit. It’s also a good choice for couples and friend groups who want something different from a bar-only night.

It suits history lovers who like dark stories and local context. And it works well for people who want a drink involved—because you can go inside bars and get a drink, not just stand outside with a guide.

If you’re traveling with a small group and you want a clear schedule without planning, this tour helps. If you’re the type who wants a heavy paranormal show with maximum spooky sightings, you might need to pick a different style of tour.

Should You Book This Ghost Tour and Haunted Pub Crawl Party?

Yes—if you’re looking for a 2-hour French Quarter night that mixes haunted storytelling with an included shot, real bar stops, and a guide who keeps the energy moving. At $19, it’s strong value for a guided walk plus alcohol credits.

I’d book it especially if you’re okay with scares that are built from history and atmosphere, not guaranteed paranormal proof. And if you care about the bar experience, you’ll appreciate the chance to step inside venues like Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar.

Skip it or rethink if you only want intense ghost sightings or you expect this to function like an all-night bar crawl with unlimited drinks. The tour includes one shot and offers discounts, so bring your appetite for stories first—and plan your drink orders after the included start.

FAQ

What is the duration of this ghost tour?

The tour runs for about 2 hours.

How much does the tour cost?

It costs $19.00 per person.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at 507 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116 and ends at MRB Bar & Kitchen, 515 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70116.

What’s included in the price?

You get one included shot and drink discounts at stops, plus complimentary Mardi Gras beads and a local/professional guide.

Do I need to print anything, or is there a mobile ticket?

You’ll have a mobile ticket.

Is the tour in English?

Yes, it’s offered in English.

Is it possible to bring a service animal?

Yes, service animals are allowed.

What’s the cancellation policy if I change my plans?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid is not refunded.

What if the weather is bad?

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.