Private French Quarter, Voodoo, and Congo Square Walking Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Meet your guide at the Witches Brew Gallery in the French Quarter 30 minutes prior to tour to start your voodoo and cemetery walking tour of New Orleans.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  French Quarter

  As you stroll through the streets of the French Quarter, learn about New Orleans history and the classic architecture around the city. Walk by shotgun homes — one of the most popular styles of Southern homes in the early 1860s — as well as Creole townhouses. Along the way, hear more about the city’s legendary voodoo practitioners such as Marie Laveau. Many New Orleans residents believe in the religion, and various ancient traditions and rituals are still observed.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Bourbon Street

  Bourbon Street, located in the heart of the French Quarter of New Orleans, is known for its many bars and clubs. With over 17 million visitors annually, it’s no secret that it has become one of the main attractions of the city.

  Admission ticket free
• 4
  Congo Square

  Congo Square is an open space within Louis Armstrong Park, which is located in the Tremé neighborhood of New Orleans. The Tremé neighborhood is famous for its history of African American music.

  Admission ticket free
• 5
  Louis Armstrong Park

  Your guide shares stories of large gatherings that took place here in the 1800s, including voodoo rituals. Please note: Expect to walk at a leisurely pace and cover about one mile during your 90 minute tour. Comfortable walking shoes and water bottles are recommended.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Voodoo Authentica

  Since the 1990s, Voodoo Authentica has been crafting handmade voodoo dolls, gris-gris bags and more from Dumaine Street in the French Quarter. This is just another legendary location that visitors are pointed towards during a Witches Brew Tours voodoo tour.

  Admission ticket free
• 7
  Jackson Square

  The beautiful landmark known as Jackson Square is named after the legendary General Jackson who led soldiers to victory during the Battle of New Orleans. On a Witches Brew tour, you’ll pass this location and get to view the statue of Jackson.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• This tour does not go inside any cemeteries.
• All guides are licensed by the City of New Orleans
• Bring bottled water. Weather conditions can become increasingly hot in the summer months and drinking water is necessary to prevent dehydration

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