Adults Only - Voodoo History Guided Walking Tour in New Orleans in New Orleans booking from $37.00

Adults Only - Voodoo History Guided Walking Tour in New Orleans

Overview

Shrouded in mystery, driven by beating drums, and populated by some of the most fascinating—and virile—deities in modern theology, voodoo has been intriguing outsiders since it first arrived in New Orleans.

Your tour begins on Basin Street, just steps away from the famous tomb which allegedly holds the remains of Marie Laveau herself. After a brief lesson on the differences between Haitian Voodoo, New Orleans Voodoo, Santeria, and Hoodoo, guests are led to Congo Square, site of Laveau’s countless ceremonies and rituals. From this sacred ground you’ll make your way to Laveau’s old home, the place she raised her children by day and practiced spiritual workings with a bigass snake around her neck by night. Zombie lore, pandemic history, and some old timey propaganda await you on Dauphine Street, where your guide will reveal the truth about voodoo dolls and traditional Afro-Caribbean medicine, all through the lens of ancestor worship and “magic” in America’s Most Haunted City.

City: New Orleans

Mon 09 Jun

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What's Included

Licensed, insured, and bonded tour operator

Walking tour with in-person guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Adults only
Please arrive 30 minutes prior for check-in. Tours depart at their scheduled time, sharp
Please plan in advance for Ubers, taxis, Lyfts, and travel mishaps. We cannot accommodate late arrivals
Intoxicated travelers will not be permitted

What To Expect

Basin St. Station

The meeting point for our tour.

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

Though we do not enter the cemetery, our tour begins just outside of its walls. Here, we discuss the interment site of our Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveau, and the Gates of Guinee (An entry point to the spirit realm).

Congo Square

One of the most important sites in New Orleans for African-American and Voodoo history.

Conjure New Orleans

Our mid-point break.

Jackson Square

Our end point.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (93)

CassandraM_P

Feb 2025

Had the best time learning about Voo Doo’s rich history in New Orleans. Doug the guide was incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining. He really gave an accurate tour with many famous stops built in.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Thank you for your 5 star review! We're so glad you had a great time learning about the rich history of Voodoo in New Orleans. Doug truly is an amazing guide, and it's wonderful to hear that his knowledge and storytelling made the tour that much more entertaining. Thank you for choosing Hottest Hell and hope to see you on another tour soon!

Jennifer_B

Dec 2024

Doug is awesome! There isn't much to "see" on this tour but he does a great job of painting a picture to help you envision things. Doug welcomed questions and by the end of the tour had me loving Marie Laveau too! I highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host

Dec 2024

Thank you Jennifer!! That was our "Gates of Guinee" Voodoo tour, which Doug actually wrote and developed himself out of a desire to share the often overlooked and misrepresented history of the practice in New Orleans. We're glad he was able to bring it all to life so well for you, and your review and personal recommendation are greatly appreciated! Be sure to check out our other tours when you're ready to dive in the same way to all the other fascinating history here!

O2479LVanneh

Nov 2024

Jeremy made this tour really enjoyable. We particularly liked how he spoke to us about the historical context and was clearly about what was factual and what was legend. He made sure that the wheelchair user with us was always considered. Highly recommend!

Response from Host

Nov 2024

Thank you so much!! Our mission is to spread the truths about this amazing place that are often misrepresented, so we're always happy to do whatever we can to accommodate those with mobility challenges, or anyone else, who want to learn the facts. We truly appreciate this 5-star review and hope you'll come take a walk with us again soon!

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Adults Only - Voodoo History Guided Walking Tour in New Orleans

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