Places to go and things to see if you're looking for a witchy and spooky experience
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Jonathan is an epic storyteller with so much knowledge of the macabre and spooky historical events in New Orleans. He gives an experience to remember!
New Orleans Haunted Ghost Tours by Jonathan Weiss Tours
Above ground cemetery with burial sites of quite a few notable people from New Orleans history, including Marie Laveau. Go early in the day because it gets hot later in the day.
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 - New Orleans, LA
Another must see cemetery in New Orleans. This one is in the Garden District, so it's a good stop if you want to explore outside the French Quarter.
Lafayette Cemetery No. 1
This one is outside of New Orleans proper, but it's worth hopping in the car to see it. There are some massive tombs here.
Metairie Cemetery
Offers a variety of voodoo related products, and other magical items as well as souvenirs
Marie Laveau's House Of Voodoo
Huge variety of books, decks, candles, herbs, spell needs, really anything you could want that's witchcraft related
Hex
Sells voodoo and occult items, and offers psychic readings. It's a little small and cramped, but definitely worth seeing.
Reverend Zombie's House Of Voodoo
A metaphysical shop featuring crystals, tarot cards, and other types of spiritual tools
Earth Odyssey - Crystal & Jewelry Shop
They have a ton of occult supplies like mojo bags/gris gris bags, candles, books, etc. This one is actually one of my favorites. I just really like the vibe.
Esoterica Occult Goods
A speakeasy above Fritzel's Jazz Pub with a witchy, gothic ambiance.
Potions Speakeasy
Exactly what it sounds like :) A dark, goth themed bar that makes a mean drink.
The Dungeon
Known for its haunted history and the “Resurrection” drink.
Spirits on Bourbon Street
Perfect if you're interested in the practice and history of Voodoo in New Orleans
New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
A functioning temple dedicated to the practice and education of Voodoo. It's a good place to get all of your questions answered by actual practitioners.
Voodoo Spiritual Temple
Features exhibits on death rituals and the macabre, fitting for those interested in the darker aspects of life.
Museum of Death New Orleans
Showcases medical practices from the 19th century, including those related to folk healing and witchcraft.
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
A historic house with ties to the supernatural. They also have ghost tours that you can book.
Gallier House
Jackson Square offers one of those iconic New Orleans photo ops. There are also generally street performers, tarot readers, artists and buggy tours offered around the Square.
Jackson Square in the French Quarter | Experience New Orleans!
A historic bookstore that does have a selection of occult and witchcraft books among every other genre you can think of.
Faulkner House Books
Known for its ornate tombs and serene atmosphere, it is another historic cemetery worth visiting.
Greenwood Cemetery
A potter's field with unique burial practices, often associated with local legends and folklore.
Holt Cemetery
Specializes in handmade voodoo dolls, gris-gris bags, and other authentic voodoo items. They also offer rituals and readings.
Voodoo Authentica Inc
I love this shop. They have working altars that you can leave offerings at, they do readings on site and they have a big selection of voodoo related items.
Erzulie's Voodoo Shop
This is a good place to stop for a drink on your wanderings around the Quarter
Black Penny
Another good place to stop for a cocktail on your wanderings
Bar Tonique
Offers exhibits on the paranormal and spooky, has a great gift shop and hosts ghost tours and paranormal investigations.
Bloody Mary's Tours, Haunted Museum & Voodoo Shop
Displays early medicinal practices, including folk medicine that somewhat overlaps with witchcraft and folk magic
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
Features exhibits on Mardi Gras Indians, jazz funerals, and other cultural practices that aren't strictly spooky, but still very cool
Backstreet Cultural Museum
Offers insights into the city’s rich history, including some things related to voodoo and the supernatural.
The Historic New Orleans Collection
Historically significant as a gathering place for enslaved Africans, where voodoo rituals were practiced.
Congo Square
One of the oldest bars in the U.S., it has links to pirates in history and a very cool, dark vibe
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
A historic home with a reputation for ghostly activity and tours that include its haunted history.
Hermann-Grima House
Located in a historic funeral home, it offers year-round haunted house tours and events.
The Mortuary Haunted House
A themed café with a menu and ambiance catering to fans of vampire lore and the supernatural
New Orleans Vampire Cafe
Offers various tours focusing on the ghosts, voodoo, and vampires of New Orleans.
Haunted History Tours
Provides ghost and vampire tours, as well as tours focusing on the darker history of New Orleans.
