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New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour

Overview

The French Quarter is known as one of the most haunted places in America, and with so many ghost tours to choose from, the best choice is this 1-hour carriage tour from the award-winning Royal Carriages, recently awarded the 2018 Louisiana Attraction of the Year Award. Instead of walking around with a large group of people, you'll travel to and from haunted locations comfortably in a mule-drawn carriage guided by a professional tour. Learn about all the history, culture, and architecture in addition to the ghostly spirits that refuse to leave.

City: New Orleans

Mon 13 Jan

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Starting at $60.00

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Mon 13 Jan

Starting at $60.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Awarded 2018 Louisiana Attraction of the Year

Licensed professional guide

1-hour mule-drawn carriage ride

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All tour participants must arrive 15 minutes early to the boarding location. Late arrivals will miss the tour and not be provided with a second opportunity to ride or a refund.
This tour activity is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather such as flooding or lightning.
Tours operate in favorable weather conditions, including rain. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Tickets prices apply to each passenger onboard the carriage, with the exception of infants or toddlers up to 4 years of age. All infants and toddlers must remain in the lap of their parent or guardian throughout the carriage tour.
Wheelchair accessible; please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Jackson Square

This authentic mode of transportation will help you time-travel back to the 1700s and 1800s when death and disease were rampant due to devastating fires, floods, murders, and more! Being that there are only 8-passengers on-board the carriage, the mule-drawn adventure is more intimate and unforgettable. The carriage-driving tour guides are top-rated licensed guides who have been sending chills down spines for over 75 years. Meet and board at the carriage stand located at 700 Decatur Street. As your carriage departs from Jackson Square, your driver/guide will regale you with stories of the city's founding as the carriage passes through the historic French Quarter street.

French Quarter

Travel past landmarks such as Saint Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, Napoleon House, and more as the carriage wind through New Orleans' oldest neighborhood, the French Quarter. Expect stories that are both historical, entertaining and appropriate for all visitors. It's important to understand the history so that you can understand the spirits that haunt the buildings. New Orleans is considered to be the most haunted city in America. Countless tragedies have happened right in the French Quarter, including devastating floods and fires killing thousands, contagious epidemics resulting in thousands of deaths, and other odd occurrences like weird human torture experiments, medical experiments, love lost, and more. These stories have been documented in police records and history books, and some can be quite alarming! You'll learn about the stories, then about how the "spirits" are letting people know that they are still very present! Do you have goosebumps yet?

St. Louis Cathedral

View St. Louis Cathedral, the famous landmark and oldest continuously active cathedral in the U.S.

Lalaurie Mansion

Are you a fan of American Horror Story? If so, you will absolutely see the infamous LaLaurie Murder Mansion, and discover how the true story told on TV is both similar and different from what actually happened inside this house of horrors.

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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 (967)

Len L

Jun 2019

Our family spent time during the early evening with our knowledgeable and humorous narrator, K.J., as he provided countless stories about people and places as we slowly wound our way through NOLA's famous district. Infamous and bizarre it all was, done in a "tongue-in-cheek" fashion to ease any discomfort which might occur to the squeamish. Perhaps the most enjoyment for the youngest in our group was the time spent visiting with the mules as we waited along the line of carriages prior to the hour's journey. NOTE: Reservations must be made well before the scheduled tour time, as seats are filled early on.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thank you Len, for the wonderful review and so happy you enjoyed the tour!! We would love to have you all back again soon!

saraho442

Jun 2019

My son and I had a great evening being regaled by Matt with stories of ghosts and New Orleans’ stories past.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Saraho442, how blessed to have had some time with your son and to be able to do it while hearing about all the ghostly tales of past and present! Hope you join us again!

Carlie S

Jun 2019

My friends came in to the city to visit me and we wanted to do a ghost tour but it was a very hot weekend and we didn’t want to walk more after dinner. We booked this tour as it met all of our wants for the evening. It was a great tour, James was lively and fun. I like to do these tours whenever friends and family come in as I always learn something new and last night’s tour was no exception. What was different this time was how much we were shouted at by passersby and protestors about how cruel it was that this mule was pulling us around. That we were monsters and this was “modern day slavery.” James took the time to explain to us about Pearl’s (our mule) life and her duties and regulations. I had done my own research and stayed abreast of local changes in laws and regulations for the carriage industry here so it wasn’t news to me but it was nice to hear what a beautiful life these animals have. It was quite hot, yes, but the mules did not seem at all overworked, hot, thirsty, or agitated. In fact, Pearl took a pause for a rather long pee so she’s clearly not dehydrated. Furthermore, the animals weren’t agitated until the protestors were in their faces with a megaphone. I’ve no doubt of the love and care the mules receive and I certainly would not continue to use Royal Carriage tours if I had my doubt of their safety. If anyone has any questions or concerns I invite you to speak to the drivers or give a call to the company.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Thank you SO much for your recognition of our dedication to the well-being of staff and mule family. We are a 3 generation company and strive to be the best. This starts with how well we take care of our animals. We are so happy you enjoyed the tour and hope you visit again!