New Orleans Spirits & Spells: Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Ghost Tour
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£22
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2h 0 mins · 4.8 (427)
Take a spirited journey with an expert historical guide through the shadowy streets of the French Quarter as you learn of ghosts, gris-gris, Voodoo, and Witchery and discover why New Orleans is the World’s most haunted and magical city! Uncover the secret history of European Witchcraft and folk magic, and the powerful practitioners who engaged in these forbidden arts and became the inspiration for American Horror Story: Coven. Delve into the macabre world of occult beliefs, folk magic, demonic possession, ghostly apparitions, and vengeful hauntings as our expert guides bring history to life with chilling tales of the past. Immerse yourself in gruesome accounts of rituals gone wrong, explore the mysteries of New Orleans Voodoo, and visit the infamous LaLaurie Mansion.
You'll also gain exclusive access to a real Witch coven's temple hidden in the heart of the French Quarter, where your group will get to take part in a ritual and cast a spell.
Free cancellation
What's included
- Participate in a ritual and cast a powerful group spell
- Exclusive access to a witch coven's temple
What's not included
- GRATUITIES
- PARKING_FEES
Itinerary
- Your tour departs from Hex and ends there with a spellcasting ritual in a real Witches' temple and the magical fountain in its hidden brick courtyard. (10 min)
- See the Ursuline Convent, where you'll learn about the miracles that women working together can create and the power of women healers. (15 min)
- Learn about Mary Oneida Toups and her very real Coven of Witches that served as the inspiration for American Horror Story: Coven. (10 min)
- Learn how one of New Orleans' most popular restaurants pays nightly homage to its resident ghost! (15 min)
- Learn the storied history of Voodoo in New Orleans and, during the 4pm tour, enter a real Voodoo supply shop! (10 min)
- Visit the dark side of the French Quarter where malevolent spirits crossed into our world and brutal ritual murders repeated themselves, reminding us not to call up what we can't put down! (15 min)
- Experience one of the world's most infamous haunted houses and learn about the true story of the mad Madame Delphine Lalaurie while learning how to repel negativity! (15 min)
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Hex: Old World Witchery is located in the French Quarter at 1219 Decatur Street.
End point
Hex: Old World Witchery is located in the French Quarter at 1219 Decatur Street.
Practical information
- Operated by
- New Orleans Spirits & Spells Tours
- Max group size
- 26 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–15
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is not suitable for children under 13 years of age.
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 2 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.