New Orleans True Crime Walking Tour

From$30
1 hours – 2 hours
New Orleans, USA

About this activity

Delve into New Orleans' dark history on a guided walking tour through the French Quarter, uncovering tales of notorious crimes and haunted landmarks.

Highlights

  • Explore the haunted streets of the French Quarter
  • Learn about the infamous Axeman of New Orleans
  • Discover the secrets of the LaLaurie Mansion
  • Hear tales of the Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveau
  • Visit sites of historic murders and mysteries

Full description

Step into the shadowy past of New Orleans with the True Crime Walking Tour. Led by an expert guide, you'll traverse the historic French Quarter, uncovering tales of infamous crimes, haunted sites, and the city's mysterious legends. Visit the LaLaurie Mansion, hear about the Axeman's reign of terror, and learn about the enigmatic Marie Laveau. This tour offers a spine-chilling glimpse into the darker side of the Big Easy, perfect for history buffs and thrill-seekers alike.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided walking tour through the French Quarter
  • Insights into notorious crimes and historical events
  • Visit to iconic landmarks with a dark past
  • Food and beverages

Itinerary

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Hear the stories about the crime locations in French Quarter. All stories are historically correct. Some have even made their way onto popular crime reality shows. Others have been covered up so well through the years, they are just now being revealed.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

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Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
  • Check the weather forecast and plan accordingly for rain or heat.
  • Tours operate rain or shine; cancellations are rare.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Be prepared for uneven sidewalks and occasional stairs.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • **Due to the disturbing nature of this material, this tour is not recommended for small children (or the faint of heart). Must be at least 13 years of age to take this tour.

Traveler reviews

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Great tour! Unique and fun

Our tour guide was wonderful! We had a small group so it was easy to follow along and ask questions. My friend and I are true crime fans and it was so interesting hearing stories we hadn’t come across before, would recommend!

Naomi_HMay 19, 2026VIATOR

Perfect NOLA tour

Thorn was an amazing tour guide. My husband did not want to do any tour involving voodoo/ghosts/etc and this was perfect. Thorn had a great and entertaining way of presenting the info as well. I 100% recommend his tours and would go on more through this company

kristinsA417LGMay 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Thorn was great!

Thorn was great. Very interactive. The way he presented the history was great. Very knowledgeable.

GrandTour48994528146May 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great your

Wonderful tour amazing knowledge

cassiej0lMay 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Fun Saturday Night

Thorn was an outstanding tour guide! He was funny and very knowledgeable. Would recommend!

Getaway267732May 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

**Due to the disturbing nature of this material, this tour is not recommended for small children (or the faint of heart). Must be at least 13 years of age to take this tour.