The 15 Best New Orleans True Crime Tours

1.Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,545 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $37Our pick

Walk the French Quarter after dark with a guide who connects ghost tales, true crime, voodoo history, and vampire lore to real places. The 1-hour-45-minute tour is limited to 20 people, with an optional VIP upgrade for Hellvision digital projections. Routes vary by departure time, and the group does not enter haunted buildings.

“This tour is a history lesson made fun. Our tour guide was very entertaining. I wish we would have seen some paranormal activity but I guess you can’t really schedule or predict when and where that might happen.”

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2.New Orleans Adults-Only True Crime and Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,666 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Spend about 1 hour 45 minutes walking the French Quarter with a local horror-storian. Depending on the start time, hear stories tied to the St. Louis Cathedral, the BK House, the Inn on Ursulines, Exchange Place, and the Louisiana Supreme Court. Guides include Jamie, Lucy, Christo, and Anja. Adults 17 and older only.

“Christo was great! I was specifically looking for a less ghosty, more true-crimey tour to take—and this did not disappoint. I appreciate them sticking to the documented facts of the cases and not getting overly sensational. I would 100% take another tour with Streets of Sin.”

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3.French Quarter True Crime Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 327 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Meet at Vampire Apothecary Restaurant & Bar for a two-hour, English-language walk through French Quarter crime stories tied to real locations. Guides such as Thorn, Chase, V, Drew, and Soren have led tours, though your guide is not guaranteed. Expect true crime, local history, dramatic storytelling, and material intended for ages 13 and up.

“V was great. Lots of historical information. Kids had a good time too. Htdvhfcvgfvhfvhgbjhgnjgbjgbhbjh”

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4.Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampires Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 139 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $37

Spend 90 minutes to two hours walking the French Quarter with Hottest Hell Tours, exploring Voodoo history, haunted sites and notorious crimes. Stories vary by guide and night. You can choose a standard tour or an option with handheld HELLVISION projectors. Guides such as Doug, Elaine and The Professor have led tours, though you cannot count on a particular guide.

“This was one of the best tour experiences I have had! Our tour guide Jonathan was knowledgeable and fun!”

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5.True Crime Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 110 reviews · from $37

Spend two evening hours walking the French Quarter with a guide, stopping at local bars for stories about the Axeman, notorious murders, and residents alleged to have links to the JFK assassination. Drinks cost extra. Guides have included Jamie, Wes, Gomez, and Bubby, and the route can change for parades or construction.

“We had Bubby tour us and he was absolutely fantastic. He was quick with his jokes, answered all our questions, and gave us an amazing guide through the crime scene there. We were part of the Bachelor party and it was definitely an awesome experience, we really enjoyed the bars he picked out for us as well. Thank you!!”

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6.True Crime Pub Crawl in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $37

At 6 pm, a licensed English-speaking guide leads this two-hour French Quarter walk, pairing stories of the Ax Man, alleged JFK connections and Storyville with stops at May Baily’s Place and Jimani Lounge. Guides such as Wes, Gomez and Jamie have led tours. Drinks cost extra, and the route can change.

“Wes was an incredibly good tour guide. Very knowledgeable and so fun! Best tour of New Orleans so far.”

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7.New Orleans True Crime and Coffee Walking Tour: Adults Only

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $39

This adults-only, 1-hour-45-minute walking tour starts at 10 am near Jackson Square and follows true-crime and dark-history stories through the French Quarter. You’ll hear about the Upstairs Lounge arson, mafia history, a notorious pirate, and a Hurricane Katrina-era love story, with a stop for coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. Jamie is one guide associated with the tour.

“Great tour! We have done several night tours so this was a nice twist getting to see some of the areas during the day light, without the crowds and great coffee. Jamie was amazing, kept everyone entertained and knew her facts! Would definitely recommend”

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8.Ghost Stories and True Crime Walking Tour of the French Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $33

At 8 pm, Lucky Bean Tours leads a small-group, two-hour walk from St. Philip Street through the French Quarter, Royal Street, the Mississippi River area, and Bourbon Street. Guides such as Scott, Joshua, and Libby blend ghost lore with true crime and local history, and may tailor stories to your interests.

“Scott was an AMAZING tour guide! Highly recommend. Scott is very knowledgeable about the city and is a great story teller.”

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9.Adults-Only True Crime, Mafia, Dark History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $37

Walk the French Quarter for about 1 hour 45 minutes with a licensed guide, tracing old Gallatin Street and hearing stories of crime, vice, immigration, “Bloody” O’Reilly, and Aleister Crowley. Guides such as Elaine, Doug, Jon, and The Professor have led the tour, though assignments vary. It stays outdoors, with no entry into historic buildings.

“Amazing tour! The Professor is an amazing storyteller and guide. I highly recommend this tour. I especially enjoyed learning about the history of NOLA with the true crime backdrop!!”

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10.French Quarter Ghosts and True Crime Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 21 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Meet your English-speaking guide at 721 St. Philip Street for a one-mile walk through the French Quarter. Hear true crime and ghost stories, from the Ax-Man to Madame Lalaurie, alongside the neighborhood’s complicated past. Guides include Joshua, who is known for patient answers. The tour costs $30, lasts 1.5 to 2 hours, and is for ages 12 and up.

“Guide was great, small group so you could easily discuss. Informative”

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11.Adults-Only Garden District Cemetery Anne Rice True Crime Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Walk the Garden District for about 1 hour 45 minutes with an English-speaking guide. Stops connect Anne Rice to Lafayette Cemetery, the Mayfair Mansion, and Buckner Mansion, alongside local architecture and neighborhood history. Kelsey helped develop the tour, though your guide may vary. Lafayette Cemetery is currently closed to tour entry because of construction.

“Small group tour with plenty of time to ask specific questions on aspects of area and people within it. The tour guide was through in descriptions and provided intriguing information. Loved every minute of it and could have walked the whole area to hear more! Especially loved hearing about the symbolism of certain things. Don’t want to give it away!”

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12.New Orleans Original True Crime Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Best value

Start at the Golden Lantern at 8 pm for a guided walk through New Orleans true crime stories and historic bars. The route includes six stops, ending at Bar Tonique, and takes about two to two and a half hours. Donna is a frequently named guide, but guide assignments may vary. Drinks are available to buy along the way.

“This was the perfect way to spend our first night in the French quarter! The true crime was on point! The drinks were cool! Our girl was amazing I totally forgot her name but it started with a D. She was the best tour guide we had all week! She kept us interested and got us familiarized with the streets! 10 out of 10!”

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13.New Orleans Original True Crime Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · 2h 30m · from $29

Walk the French Quarter with a local guide who tells historic and modern crime stories, including murders, unsolved cases, and scandals. The 150-minute route starts at the Golden Lantern and lists six pub stops. Drinks are not included, and you can choose an alcoholic or nonalcoholic drink, or skip one.

“The true crime part of the tour was great! Our guide was a great storyteller and she was easy to follow. The stories were interesting and a good variety. But, there wasn’t really a pub crawl aspect to it. We stopped at one bar along the way.”

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14.True Crime, Whores and Gore FQ Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $35

At 8 pm, follow a guide through the French Quarter for two hours of uncensored stories about murder, mob violence, Storyville, and other grim chapters of New Orleans history. Headsets help you hear over street noise, and there’s a mid-tour bar break. Bring a drink if you like, but no glass. The route varies by guide and ends near The Dungeon.

“Michael was the absolute best tour guide! His personality was the best and he made learning the history of the city so fun! I would 10/10 recommend and tour with him again.”

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15.New Orleans True Crime Ghost Hunt and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49

Walk the French Quarter after dark with a licensed guide who connects local ghost lore to true crime and tragic events. The two-hour route includes Jackson Square, the Pharmacy Museum, Pirate’s Alley, and a stop near the former Upstairs Lounge. Drinks cost extra. Robby Rob has been praised by name, though you cannot count on a particular guide for your date.

“The true crime tour was a great time! You want to make sure your guide is Robby Rob. This is a must do!”

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