About this tour
An adults-only walking tour through New Orleans' darker history, led by parapsychologist Dr. Edward Simon. Running 1 hour 45 minutes, you'll explore sites linked to occultism, vice, and local legend—from Gallatin Street's red-light past to the Old Ursuline Convent's vampire lore. The specific route shifts each night based on the guide's choice, so no two tours are identical. Suits anyone after atmospheric storytelling and genuine historical strangeness rather than mainstream sightseeing.
Highlights
- Led by parapsychologist Dr. Edward Simon, noted for theatrical, detailed historical narrative
- Route varies nightly—Gallatin Street red-light district, witch coven sites, or vampire legends
- Occult and paranormal angles on New Orleans' actual documented history
- 1 hour 45 minute walk on public streets, no building interiors
- Adults only (17+), intentionally atmospheric and creepy in tone
- Wheelchair accessible; all fitness levels welcome
- Licensed, certified guide; arrive 30 minutes early for check-in
What to expect
You'll meet your guide 30 minutes before departure for check-in, then begin a 1 hour 45 minute walking tour through New Orleans' streets. The guide selects that night's route and theme—it could focus on Gallatin Street's former red-light operations, a witch coven's rumoured location, the Old Ursuline Convent's vampire associations, or other occult-linked sites. You'll walk outdoors between landmarks, hearing detailed historical accounts and legends tied to each spot; no interior building access occurs. The tour ends back near the starting point.
Pacing is pedestrian-friendly and suited to all fitness levels. The experience centres on the guide's storytelling and historical framing rather than interactive activities or props.
What travellers say
- Guide is a genuine expert—parapsychologist with theatrical, engaging delivery
- Rotating route keeps repeat visitors discovering different angles and sites
- Blends documented New Orleans history with paranormal folklore credibly
- Accessible to all fitness levels; walkable pace suitable for most
- Adults-only restriction (17+) excludes younger family members or groups with teens
- Route decided nightly—you can't book a specific location or theme in advance
- Dependent on outdoor walking; weather or physical discomfort during tour has limited shelter options
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This works best for adults (17+) who enjoy atmospheric history, occult themes, and dark folklore without expecting a haunted house or supernatural experience. It's a walking tour of real locations with historical and paranormal context, not paranormal investigation or performance theatre. No fitness barriers—routes are street-level and walkable for all abilities. The tour is wheelchair accessible. Weather sensitivity depends on New Orleans' climate; plan for heat and humidity. The tour departs on schedule; arriving late means missing it (no exceptions noted). Drinks are allowed in responsible amounts but aren't provided. Gratuities aren't included. Group size, peak times, and exact nightly destinations aren't specified in advance. Public transport and rideshare options are nearby; private transport isn't included.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.