New Orleans: Cemetery Bus Tour at Dark
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Highlights

  • Step into New Orleans’ spooky side at night—active cemeteries, yellow-fever cemetery, and more—on a 2-hour guided bus tour led by a local expert.
  • Get exclusive access to Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery and walk around with an EMF reader for spirit detection, as your guide shares stories about its history and hauntings.
  • Visit one of the nation’s largest cemeteries, Charity Hospital Cemetery, dedicated to the victims of yellow fever, followed by a guided visit to the Hurricane Katrina Memorial Cemetery.
  • Hear chilling tales of voodoo, spirits, and burial practices, and view documented evidence of the unexplained, captured on tours.

Your Experience

Discover New Orleans’ haunted history from the safety of a guided nighttime bus tour—complete with EMF readers, chilling stories, and exclusive cemetery access.

Getting started

Meet your guide at a central French Quarter location. Come early to grab a drink or snack before you board the bus.

What to expect

Ride through eerie streets and stop at two cemeteries, one of which is private and rarely open to the public. Guides are trained in both history and paranormal investigation.

Points of interest

Charity Hospital Cemetery: One of the largest cemeteries in the U.S., it holds victims of the yellow fever epidemics. Paranormal activity is often reported near the memorial walls.

Hurricane Katrina Memorial: A somber, powerful site honoring those lost in the 2005 tragedy. Now a location of historical and paranormal significance.

Tour features

  • Guided nighttime bus tour: Sit back and let your guide lead you into the city's haunted past.

  • Exclusive cemetery access: Enter a private burial ground owned by a centuries-old secret society.

  • Paranormal tools provided: Use EMF readers to hunt for unexplained activity—your guide will show you how.

  • Documented evidence: See real photos and stories of past paranormal encounters from this very tour.

  • Expert storytelling: Guides blend dark history with true crime, legend, and voodoo lore.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 2-hour bus tour
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Exclusive access to an above-ground cemetery
  • Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) reader
  • Adult beverages (available for purchase at check-in)
  • Gratuities

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at Tour Orleans.

  • Address: 620 Decatur St #600B, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States.

  • Landmark: Look for the flagship bus outside the red door tour booth and Bon's New Orleans Street Food..

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

The ideal times are early morning or late evening for a more haunting atmosphere and fewer visitors. Morning visits can offer cooler temperatures, while evenings provide eerie lighting and less crowd interference. Check the schedule online before planning your trip.

Each tour lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, including bus travel time between sites. This duration allows for a thorough exploration of each location on the itinerary.

Bring a flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries, as some areas may be dimly lit. Wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers due to temperature fluctuations. Consider bringing snacks and water if your tour doesn't include refreshments.

While the tour is designed for adults who appreciate history and mystery, some locations may be too intense for children under 12 years old. Check age restrictions beforehand and ensure all participants are comfortable with potentially spooky environments.

The tour starts at a designated meeting point near the city center, typically accessible by public transportation or taxi from major hotels. Detailed directions will be provided upon booking your ticket.

Your ticket includes round-trip bus transport to several historic cemeteries, guided commentary about local legends and history, admission fees where applicable, and a detailed map of all sites visited during the tour.

It's highly recommended to reserve your spot ahead of time as tours can sell out quickly. Booking online or through authorized travel agents ensures you secure a place on the bus and avoids last-minute issues.

Photography is allowed throughout most parts of the tour, but please respect any signs prohibiting it in specific areas for preservation reasons. Use discretion when taking photos of fellow visitors to maintain everyone's comfort level.

A valid ID proof to purchase cocktail/alcoholic beverages.

Children under 10 years of age.

This tour is not wheelchair-accessible.

Arrive 30 minutes before your departure time.

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