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New Orleans Drunk History Walking Tour
TourTruth score 4.7 out of 10
Below average
135 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- New Orleans
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore French Quarter history, ghost stories, and voodoo legends on a lively New Orleans walking tour with a local guide.
About this tour
Step into the French Quarter for a lively walk through New Orleans history, where colorful characters, dark tales, and paranormal legends share the same storied streets. On the New Orleans Drunk History Walking Tour, a local guide brings the city’s past to life with stories of ghosts, voodoo, vampires, and the events that shaped this historic neighborhood.
Follow the guide past cultural landmarks and along Bourbon Street, with the route exploring the Vieux Carré at a moderate walking pace. The experience lasts approximately one to two hours, though stops and busy bars can affect the timing. An EMF meter adds a hands-on element for curious paranormal enthusiasts, while the guide’s storytelling keeps history buffs and visitors entertained. Drinks are available to purchase along the way, but are not included.
Meet on the sidewalk at the courtyard gate beside Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar, not inside. Arrive a few minutes before departure and prepare for old, uneven streets and the weather. Join the New Orleans Drunk History Walking Tour for an entertaining look at the legends and history woven into the French Quarter.
Highlights
- Wander the French Quarter with a local guide
- Hear stories of New Orleans history, ghosts, voodoo, and vampires
- Use an EMF meter to explore paranormal legends
- Visit historic and cultural landmarks along Bourbon Street
What's included
Included
- Group tour
- Local guide
- Admission ticket
Not included
- Gratuities
- Drinks
Ratings on each provider
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4.32 / 5 · 135 reviews
Important information
- Meet on the sidewalk at the courtyard gate beside Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar, 941 Bourbon Street; tours do not meet inside the bar
- Arrive a few minutes early; the tour departs on schedule, and late arrivals may not receive a refund
- The walking tour moves at a moderate pace over old, uneven streets and walkways
- Tours run rain or shine; dress for the weather
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- Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian unless authorized by a guide; some bars may not admit children
- Alcoholic drinks may be purchased along the route; guides may refuse service to guests who are extremely intoxicated
- Audio and video recording are not allowed; photos are encouraged
- Wheelchair accessible, including transportation options and surfaces
- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; service animals are allowed
- Routes and schedules may change; tours may be canceled if minimum passenger numbers are not met
Frequently asked questions
Where does the tour meet?
Meet your guide on the sidewalk at the courtyard gate beside Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar at 941 Bourbon Street. The tour does not meet inside the bar.
How long does the tour last?
The walking tour lasts approximately 1–2 hours. Its duration may vary, including when bars are busy.
Are drinks included?
No. Drinks are available to purchase along the route.
Can children join the tour?
Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian unless authorized by a guide. Some bars may not admit children.
Does the tour guarantee paranormal activity?
No. The tour explores paranormal stories and uses an EMF meter, but paranormal activity is not guaranteed.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.32 from 135 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in New Orleans
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 4.7.
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