Overview
Take a stroll down through the supernatural realm of New Orleans. This private tour led by one of our local lore experts include the city's most famous voodoo queen. The walking tour takes you through the French Quarter and explores many famous locations.
Your group will discover the architecture of the French Quarter and visit the home of Marie Laveau, the powerful priestess who practiced the religion in and around the quarter in the 1800s. New Orleans’ history and culture are ever-present in the colorful homes, above-ground tombs, and voodoo legends that you will unearth on this mesmerizing tour.
While we do visit the outside of St. Louis Cemetery #1 and explore cemetery topics and grave culture, we do not enter any cemeteries on this tour.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private professional guide for your group of up to 16 travelers
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
At Witches Brew Gallery & Haunted Sanctuary
End point
Tour ends near Jackson Square in the French Quarter.
Good to know
The tour guide will collect $1 from each customer for entrance into the cemetery. This fee is charged by the New Orleans Archdiocese.
SAFETY NOTES FROM LOCAL OPERATOR:
We will require masks to be worn by all guests.
We will be testing temperatures at check in.
Managers and check in specialists will wear gloves and masks.
All tour guides will be provided with and required to wear masks.
Tour groups will be kept to 50% capacity.
Most public restrooms and bars are still closed, so there will be no bathroom or bar breaks.
What to expect
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Witches Brew Gallery & Oddities Shop
30 min
Meet your guide at the Witches Brew Gallery in the French Quarter 30 minutes prior to tour to start your voodoo and cemetery walking tour of New Orleans.
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French Quarter
30 min
As you stroll through the streets of the French Quarter, learn about New Orleans history and the classic architecture around the city. Walk by shotgun homes — one of the most popular styles of Southern homes in the early 1860s — as well as Creole townhouses. Along the way, hear more about the city’s legendary voodoo practitioners such as Marie Laveau. Many New Orleans residents believe in the religion, and various ancient traditions and rituals are still observed.
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Bourbon Street
30 min
Bourbon Street, located in the heart of the French Quarter of New Orleans, is known for its many bars and clubs. With over 17 million visitors annually, it’s no secret that it has become one of the main attractions of the city.
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Congo Square
30 min
Congo Square is an open space within Louis Armstrong Park, which is located in the Tremé neighborhood of New Orleans. The Tremé neighborhood is famous for its history of African American music.
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Louis Armstrong Park
30 min
Your guide shares stories of large gatherings that took place here in the 1800s, including voodoo rituals.
Please note: Expect to walk at a leisurely pace and cover about one mile during your 90 minute tour. Comfortable walking shoes and water bottles are recommended. -
Voodoo Authentica
30 min
Since the 1990s, Voodoo Authentica has been crafting handmade voodoo dolls, gris-gris bags and more from Dumaine Street in the French Quarter. This is just another legendary location that visitors are pointed towards during a Witches Brew Tours voodoo tour.
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Jackson Square
30 min
The beautiful landmark known as Jackson Square is named after the legendary General Jackson who led soldiers to victory during the Battle of New Orleans. On a Witches Brew tour, you’ll pass this location and get to view the statue of Jackson.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- While we do our best to accommodate all guests with mobility issues, the conditions of the terrain in the historic French Quarter present challenges. Please book accordingly.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private French Quarter, Voodoo, and Congo Square Walking Tour
Can I cancel Private French Quarter, Voodoo, and Congo Square Walking Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min.
Where does it start?
At Witches Brew Gallery & Haunted Sanctuary
What's included?
- Private professional guide for your group of up to 16 travelers
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits Witches Brew Gallery & Oddities Shop, French Quarter, Bourbon Street, Congo Square, Louis Armstrong Park, Voodoo Authentica, Jackson Square.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Witches Brew Tours
