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Private French Quarter Ghost Tour in New Orleans
An exclusive, customizable ghost tour for your private group only. Whether you're most intrigued by serial killers, vampire lore, haunted hotels, or lesser-known French Quarter legends, we’ll design a route that fits your interests. Just tell us what you want to explore.
Duration
Flexible
Meeting Point
Location provided upon booking
Minimum Age
Recommended 13+
Why Choose a Private Tour?
- It’s fully customizable – Want more true crime? More vampire lore? More historical context? We’ll shape the tour to your interests.
- Your pace, your questions, your experience – Whether you're a paranormal enthusiast or a skeptical historian, the tour adapts to you.
- Only your group, no strangers – This is a personalized, private ghost walk just for you and your guests.
Contact Us to Book a Private Experience
Explore the dark corners of New Orleans on a ghost tour designed exclusively for your group - where the stories are chilling, the streets are real, and the experience is yours alone.
The Pirate’s Alley Ghost is one of New Orleans’ most enduring legends. Tucked beside St. Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter, this narrow cobblestone passage is said to be haunted by the ghost of the privateer Jean Lafitte, who once used the city as his base of operations. Locals and visitors alike have reported seeing a shadowy figure in a wide-brimmed hat materialize along the alley’s walls before vanishing into thin air. Others describe feeling an icy chill or hearing the faint echo of footsteps when no one is there. Some say the spirit lingers to guard the secrets of smuggling deals made centuries ago, while others believe Lafitte simply refuses to give up his favorite haunt in the city he once helped defend.
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Muriel’s Jackson Square, the clinking of glasses and soft jazz often mask a much older presence. In the 1800s, this elegant Creole townhouse belonged to Pierre Antoine Lepardi Jourdan, a man who adored the home but tragically lost it in a high-stakes poker game. Rather than surrender his beloved property, Jourdan took his own life inside. Today, diners report feeling an unseen hand brush their shoulder or hearing faint whispers drifting from the upstairs séance lounge. The restaurant keeps a table permanently set with bread and wine to appease him, and many believe that’s why his ghost lingers peacefully, still unwilling to give up his seat at the table in the heart of the French Quarter
On this
private ghost tour of the French Quarter, you’ll hear these tales, along with other chilling true crime and paranormal stories. With the full attention of your expert guide, you’ll explore these haunted streets with deeper context, richer history, and space to ask every question that curiosity dares to raise.
What To Expect
Our
New Orleans ghost tour was established by one of the city's leading ghost tour guides looking to create a route and a tour based on real haunted history and stories, stemming from personal observation by the people who live and work in these establishments every day. Not just the "greatest hits for the tourists" but an authentic New Orleans experience.
Expert Paranormal Guide
Tours by Appointment
Easy/Moderate
Contact us for a quote
Why Choose American Ghost Walks?
Important Info
- Private tour only – no public bookings or walk-ups.
- Metered street parking is available.
- This tour runs in hot temperatures and light rain, so please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
- The tour route is wheelchair-accessible, just let us know if you plan on using one, so we can adjust the route appropriately for your comfort
- Because this is a private tour, all sales are final. But we will reschedule you if you have an emergency, we love ghosts, not monsters!
- Service animals are welcome but for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home.
Classic New Orleans buildings evoke a different time
New Orleans French Quarter hotels have a reputation for hauntings
The haunted New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
The pre-Revolutionary architecture takes you back to when these spirits were alive
Walk these 18th Century Streets with us and discover the haunted history
The streets of the French Quarter
A table set for a ghostly rendezvous at Muriel's Restaurant
An offering at the New Orleans Voodoo Museum
Classic New Orleans buildings evoke a different time
New Orleans French Quarter hotels have a reputation for hauntings
Itinerary
List of Services
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LaLaurie MansionItem Link List Item 1
Get acquainted with a certain Madame Delphine MacCarthy LaLaurie. Once a respected member of New Orleans high society, LaLaurie has gone down as one of the most brutal killers the city has ever seen.
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Watch out for vampires stalking the Old Ursuline Convent, one of the most mysterious and alluring sites in the whole French Quarter. The Ursuline nuns were among the first groups of women to settle in the New World, and their story weaves Catholicism with ghosts, vampires, and historic hauntings dating back to New Orleans’ first settlers.
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Beauregard-Keyes HouseItem Link List Item 3
At this enigmatic house, as you learn the history, watch out for a surprising spectral presence that has caught the tongue of many ghost hunters over the years.
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Lafitte's Blacksmith ShopItem Link List Item 4
Visit the legendary New Orleans dive bar Lafitte’s, where tales of smuggling, privateering, and hauntings have been circulating since the early 19th century. As one of the French Quarter’s oldest buildings, patrons have often reported paranormal activity – making this stop a highlight of our New Orleans ghost walking tour.
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Bourbon Orleans HotelItem Link
Discover the tragedy that unfolded back in 1854, when after the screams of terror rang out, phantom activity started making itself known in this place...
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Meeting Point
In front of Sweet Saint Ice Cream Shop at 710 St Louis Street.
Tour Highlights
- Explore tales of tragedy, murder, misadventure, and mayhem dating back centuries in New Orlean’s colorful French Quarter.
- Take in neighborhood highlights including Père Antoine Alley and Jackson Square, and learn of the key figures who have shaped New Orleans society over the centuries.
- At The Old Ursuline Convent, your guide blends Catholic teachings with supernatural stories, to paint a picture of New Orlean’s spiritual scene since the arrival of the first settlers.
- Uncover paranormal mysteries in many of the French Quarter’s oldest and most haunted buildings with your guide, including Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop.
- Hear true crime tales from the historic French Quarter’s distant past, like the harrowing story of high-society socialite Madame LaLaurie.
- Enjoy a private, fully customizable ghost tour tailored to your group’s interests.
Here are answers to common questions about Private French Quarter Ghost Tours in New Orleans, tailored for travelers who want a more exclusive haunted experience.
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What makes a private ghost tour different from a regular one?
A private ghost tour is just for your group — no strangers. You’ll have a dedicated guide, a custom route based on your interests, and the freedom to explore at your own pace. It’s ideal for those who want a more personal, flexible, and immersive experience.
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How long does the tour last?
The tour duration is flexible, depending on your preferences. Most private ghost tours last between 1.5 to 2 hours, but you can request a longer or shorter experience when booking.
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Where does the tour meet?
The meeting point is in front of Sweet Saint Ice Cream Shop at 710 St. Louis Street in the French Quarter. You’ll receive detailed instructions upon booking your private tour.
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What kind of stories are told on the tour?
Yes, this ghost tour is exclusively private and customized for your group. No public or shared tours are offered.
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Can we choose what kind of stories or locations we visit?
While our tours do not contain anything too graphic or inappropriate, we find that kids that enjoy history have the best time. You know your children and that's left up to you. We do not recommend bringing children in strollers because sometimes that can be difficult with walking tours.
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Is the tour suitable for kids?
Service animals are welcome. However, for liability issues, please leave your furry friends at home if you don’t require their assistance.
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Do you go inside any haunted buildings?
Most of the tour takes place outdoors. We visit historic sites and haunted exteriors, while some public venues (like Muriel’s) may be entered when open. We always respect private property and local regulations.
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Is the tour accessible?
A private French Quarter ghost tour is a guided walking experience customized for your group. You’ll hear chilling tales of hauntings, true crime, and folklore while exploring the French Quarter’s most famous paranormal sites without the crowds of larger tours.
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What should I wear or bring?
Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather — the tour runs in warm temperatures and light rain. Bring water and, if possible, a small flashlight to enhance the nighttime atmosphere.
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What happens if it rains?
Tours run in light rain, as the spooky atmosphere often adds to the fun. In case of severe weather, we’ll work with you to reschedule for another date.
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Are refunds available if we can’t attend?
Because this is a private experience, all sales are final, but we’re happy to reschedule in case of emergencies.
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Are pets allowed on the tour?
Service animals are welcome, but for safety and liability reasons, we ask that other pets remain at home.
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Why choose American Ghost Walks?
Our tours are led by expert storytellers who focus on real haunted history and local legends — not just tourist clichés. You’ll experience the true spirit of New Orleans, guided by passionate locals who live and breathe the city’s mysterious past.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have the courage to join?
Explore haunted locations and hear chilling tales. Face your fears and uncover dark secrets. Join us, if you dare!