Meet the bold, scandalous women who left their mark on New Orleans’ darkest history. On this one-of-a-kind walking tour through the French Quarter, you’ll uncover the stories of the city’s most notorious female figures—rule-breakers, criminals, and icons who brought fear, chaos, and intrigue to the Crescent City.
As you explore the historic streets near Jackson Square, hear the shocking true stories behind their lives, their crimes, and the legends they left behind. With expert storytelling and unforgettable stops along the way, this isn’t just history, it’s the untold side of New Orleans you won’t hear anywhere else.
Tour Options
8:30 PM
Itinerary
90 min
Your Ghost City Tour Guide will meet you on St. Ann Street 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. Then you will begin your 90 minute tour of New Orleans' magical and mysterious French Quarter. Your tour will stop at the previous homes of murderous madams, Voodoo Queens, and scandalous high society murderesses. You will hear the stories and legends of the city's first female serial killer, the brothel owners that made sure every client "paid," and the ghosts of the victims that are said to still roam the streets where they met their violent demise.
Things to Keep in Mind
• This is a walking tour - wear comfortable shoes
• The tour always starts On Time
• Feel free to bring a beverage with you
Admission not included15 min
Get to know New Orleans' most infamous woman, Madame LaLaurie
Admission not included5 min
The home of Marie Laveau.
Highlights
Local guide
Professional guide
What's included
Included
Local guide
Professional guide
Not included
Gratuities
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 16 years
Under 18 must be accompanied by adult
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
The Bad Broads Tour of New Orleans - Rebels, Scandals & Secrets lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this New Orleans experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet at our Ghost City Tours storefront on 809 Royal Street. Our "Ghost City Tours" sign will be in the window.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(302)
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Kelly_L
July 22, 2026
Great Tour, I Recommend!
This was a fun tour, different than the usual ghost tour options available. It was interesting to hear the history and I enjoyed the female-forward focus of the tour. The guide, Laura, was engaging and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend!
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the unique approach of the tour and especially appreciated the female-forward focus and local history. It’s wonderful to know that Laura’s engaging personality and knowledge helped make the experience memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are glad you chose Ghost City Tours. We hope to welcome you back for another fun and fascinating evening of stories and history!
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563carat
June 1, 2026
Fantastic!!!
We had a great time and so many stories!! My brain was full to capacity with all the tales of the bad broads of New Orleans!! I loved it and it was on my birthday so a great way to spend the evening....and we got to see a 2nd line before our tour started, which was a great bonus that our tour guide made sure that we got to see.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share such wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed all the stories and had such a memorable birthday evening with us. The “bad broads” of New Orleans certainly provide plenty of fascinating tales! We’re also glad your guide made sure you got to experience a second line before the tour began—that sounds like a fantastic bonus to an already special evening. We truly appreciate you choosing Ghost City Tours to celebrate your birthday and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience!
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KaylebRae_C
April 24, 2026
Uma’s a Real One!
Uma is so great! Charismatic and knowledgeable and her tour was a wonderful way to wrap up an evening. Looking forward to coming back with my partner and doing it again!
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share such wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Uma’s charisma and knowledge made the tour such a memorable way to wrap up your evening. It’s especially great to know you’re already looking forward to returning with your partner and experiencing it again. We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad you chose Ghost City Tours. We can’t wait to welcome you both back for another fun evening of stories, history, and spooky surprises!
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April_L
February 26, 2026
Great history with fun details
I signed up for this tour because it didn’t has a ghost focus… but apparently many others are looking for that, so the guide did throw in a couple of spooky tidbits. Our guide was very thorough and I loved her detailed story telling! The only improvements I could say are: 1. Extend the tour to 2 hours 2. Add a bathroom break in the middle 3. End the tour in the place you started - as a solo female traveler I didn’t like just being left at Jackson square.
Otherwise- fantastic tour!
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Merry1traveling
January 13, 2026
Spooky history. Great story telling.
What a wonderful story teller Luis,our guide,is. He really set the scene of New Orleans back in the day. The tales were interesting, a little history thrown in and creepy!! Highly recommend!!
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Naimhe_R
December 19, 2025
Luis was witty and a lot...
Luis was witty and a lot of fun. This tour covers some people and places that others don't. We had a great time.
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Discover00342349420
October 14, 2025
Late night storytelling 👍
Our guide was very knowledgeable. She had a great sense of the history behind her storytelling
My only feedback would be that they should indicate that the tour would be 2 hours, not an hour and a half.
Otherwise I will absolutely recommend this tour.
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Discover22184834334
September 18, 2025
An excellent and informative experience.
I loved our tour guide, Morgan. She was informative and funny! She took us to great spots where thing really go bump in the night. Good exercise while listening to ghost stories and seeing the history of iconic women of New Orleans.
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jasmyne737
September 4, 2025
Pinky was amazing and the Tour was Killer!
Went on the tour on a hot September night. Pinky, our tour guide, was amazing! She was convincing and pointed out times and places where historical events happened. Would love to do this tour or any other others with her!
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111megk
August 21, 2025
Request Pinky if you can!
Pinky was awesome! She was a great story teller. We walked with her a bit while walking back to our car after the. tour and she continued to tell stories and point out fun tidbits along the way.
great tour! Thanks, pinky!!
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