LaLaurie Mansion

Sights & Landmarks • New Orleans, Louisiana United States

The LaLaurie Mansion is a notorious Sights & Landmarks place in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States that has a dark and mysterious history dating back to the early 19th century. This historic mansion has captured the attention and curiosity of visitors from all over the world due to its disturbing past and haunted reputation.

Once the home of the prominent socialite Madame Delphine LaLaurie, the mansion gained infamy for the cruel treatment of slaves that was uncovered during a fire in 1834. Reports of torture, neglect, and inhumane experiments conducted on enslaved individuals shocked the community and led to Madame LaLaurie's swift departure from the city.

Today, the mansion stands as a chilling reminder of the atrocities that took place within its walls, with many believing it to be haunted by the spirits of those who suffered there. Visitors can take guided tours of the mansion to learn about its dark history and possibly encounter paranormal activity.

The LaLaurie Mansion's imposing architecture and eerie atmosphere continue to draw in those interested in the supernatural and macabre, making it a must-visit destination for thrill-seekers and history buffs alike.


Tours for LaLaurie Mansion

Exploring the area? Book a tour to fully experience everything LaLaurie Mansion has to offer. A guided tour will provide you with fascinating insights and hidden gems that you might miss on your own.

45 Minute Highlights Tour of the French Quarter in New Orleans, Louisiana $23 Tour Provided by Viator

45 Minute Highlights Tour of the French Quarter

New Orleans, Louisiana United States

If you only have a short amount of time but you want to see as much of the French Quarter as possible, this is your tour! We will move at a fast pace, but you'll be able to get all those pictures! We will see all the famous sites of the French Quarter in 45 minutes. There is not as much storytelling or history as you get on a typical two-hour tour, but your guide will follow-up with a recap of the tour and a list of recommended ways to enjoy New Orleans even more.

New Orleans Haunted Legends & Scandals Small Group Tour in New Orleans, Louisiana $39 Tour Provided by Viator

New Orleans Haunted Legends & Scandals Small Group Tour

New Orleans, Louisiana United States

From pirates to voodoo priestesses, this French Quarter tour will give you a new perspective of New Orleans and its fascinating – and sometimes sinister–history.

You’ll set out from Jackson Square with your tour guide into one of the oldest neighborhoods of New Orleans. Here in the Vieux Carre, you’ll hear how this Mississippi port became home to characters of all types, including criminals.

We’ll walk down Pirate’s Alley and hear legends behind its name as well as that of the Cabildo, formerly a prison site. We’ll pass by a mansion with a chilling past and one that highlights our nation’s complicated history of slavery. And no haunted tour dealing with the macabre and occult can omit the stories of voodoo and its so-called queen now interred in one of New Orleans’ famed above-ground cemeteries.

While our ghost tour tales may haunt you, you’ll also get a deeper look into the city’s heritage leading up to the American Civil War and see some top New Orleans attractions along the way!

Walking Tour about The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful Women of New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana $10 Tour Provided by Viator

Walking Tour about The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful Women of New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana United States

New Orleans always has had its adventurous spirit, and that spirit is not just restricted to the men. In this tour, the only of its kind, we will discover the great women of New Orleans’ past - in every field: politics, piracy, culinary, entertainment, science and some jobs best not mentioned.

2-Hour French Quarter Ghost Walking Tour in New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana $40 Tour Provided by Viator

2-Hour French Quarter Ghost Walking Tour in New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana United States

Explore tales of tragedy, murder, misadventure, and mayhem dating back centuries in New Orlean’s colorful French Quarter, with added layers of historic context and cultural insight provided by your expert guide.

Hear of young lovers Zack and Addie, whose burgeoning romance was cut shockingly short in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

Take in neighborhood highlights including Père Antoine Alley and Jackson Square, and learn of the key figures who have shaped New Orleans society over the centuries.

At The Old Ursuline Convent, your guide blends Catholic teachings with supernatural stories, to paint a picture of New Orlean’s spiritual scene since the arrival of the first settlers.

Uncover paranormal mysteries in many of the French Quarter’s oldest and most haunted buildings with your guide, including Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop

Hear true crime tales from the historic French Quarter’s distant past, like the harrowing story of high-society socialite Madame LaLaurie.

Haunted Hollywood French Quarter Ghost Tour in New Orleans, Louisiana $30 Tour Provided by Viator

Haunted Hollywood French Quarter Ghost Tour

New Orleans, Louisiana United States

This walking tour combines Hollywood horror with New Orleans' haunted history. We provide a half-ghost tour and half-movie tour emphasizing scary film productions. Perfect for fans of horror movies and the occult side of French Quarter history. Film sites include The Originals, AHS Coven, Interview with the Vampire, and Haunted Mansion. No other tour company offers this unique hybrid experience in the French Quarter.

Villains and Vixens True Crime Walking Tour in New Orleans in New Orleans, Louisiana $35 Tour Provided by Viator

Villains and Vixens True Crime Walking Tour in New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana United States

From the beginning, new Orleans has held a notorious and fascinating history. Come explore the criminal and creepy villains and vixen serial killers, conspiracies, and hauntings.
This one-and-a-half-hour walking tour is led by one of our history-loving guides, who each have a passion for new Orleans history and love sharing some of the french quarter’s most legendary tales.

Whether you’re visiting New Orleans for the first time or have lived in New Orleans your whole life, this tour is sure to make you see new Orleans in a whole new light.
From ghosts to the occasional serial killer, new Orleans has more than its share of secrets.
Come uncover them with us!

Legends of New Orleans Walking Tour in New Orleans, Louisiana $35 Tour Provided by Viator

Legends of New Orleans Walking Tour

New Orleans, Louisiana United States

Get ready for a spooky evening with this 2-hour walking tour of New Orleans' haunted history. Start in the French Quarter, the city's oldest neighborhood, and visit multiple haunted locations throughout the area. This spine-tingling tour combines the supernatural and the rich history of New Orleans. Guests will be allowed to stop and grab drinks at bars along the tour route. Some bars allow kids inside however some do not.

Wicked Women of New Orleans Walking Tour in New Orleans, Louisiana $29 Tour Provided by Viator

Wicked Women of New Orleans Walking Tour

New Orleans, Louisiana United States

Discover the Untold Stories of New Orleans’ Most Infamous Women on This Wicked Women of New Orleans Tour,

Explore the darker, more fascinating side of New Orleans' history as you dive into the stories of the city’s most notorious women. From scandalous queens to voodoo priestesses, this guided walking tour will take you through the French Quarter to uncover the mysteries and legends of the powerful women who shaped New Orleans. Enjoy VIP access to haunted pubs and historic sites as you sip on drinks and listen to stories that bring history to life.

- Immerse yourself in the infamous stories of New Orleans’ wicked women
- Visit historic locations tied to scandal, power, and mystery
- Sip and stroll through the French Quarter with stops at haunted pubs for drinks to-go
- Perfect for history buffs and ghost enthusiasts who want to dive deep into New Orleans’ unique past