Unveiling Voodoo Walking Tour (with Entrance into Voodoo Temple)
5.0
34 Ratings
New Orleans

Discover New Orleans’ Voodoo legends on a walking tour. Unveil secrets, explore temples, and take home authentic gris-gris. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

  • Louis Armstrong Park - The tour takes you to Congo Square in Armstrong Park. Guests will visit the traditional location for Voodoo traditions and gatherings for 100’s of years.

  • Congo Square - Explore the vibrant heart of New Orleans, where enslaved Africans once gathered to practice their cultural rituals and music, laying the foundation for the city’s rich Voodoo traditions.

  • Original Spot Of The Home Of MARIE LAVEAU - Discover the life and legends of Marie Laveau, the most famous Voodoo practitioner in history. Due to new security regulations by the Archdiocese of New Orleans pilgrimages, this tour does not visit St. Louis #1 Cemetery. Offerings to Marie Laveau’s tomb are discouraged.

  • Conjure New Orleans - A small and teeming network of laissez-faire living lounged out on the balmy banks of the Mighty Mississippi, the French Quarter has long been a port of call for folks in search of a good time and a great story.

  • Voodoo Authentica - Voodoo Authentica of New Orleans Cultural Center and Collections is not only a shop, but also a temple and educational space. Everyone working here is a practitioner of Voodoo, and everything in the shop (save the African and Haitian art pieces) are made by local practitioners.

What's Included
  • Unique Voodoo culture of Southeast Louisiana
  • Traditional music and celebration
  • Special souvenir Voodoo gris gris blessing bag
  • Professional Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Purchases at Voodoo Shops
Additional Information

Voodoo has long reigned in New Orleans legends, folklore, and history. It is shrouded in mystery and secrecy and often misrepresented in popular culture.

Spirituality was hidden among the enslaved persons of the 1700s, popularized and commercialized by the famous Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau in the 19th century, and still functions as a valid religion in the modern-day city.

Explore the vibrant heart of Congo Square, where enslaved Africans once gathered to practice their cultural rituals and music, laying the foundation for the city’s rich Voodoo traditions.

Discover the life and legends of Marie Laveau, the most famous Voodoo practitioner in history.

Voodoo Dolls, Vevers, and Gris-Gris Bags: Get hands-on with Voodoo artifacts, including dolls, vevers, and gris-gris bags, and learn their meanings and uses.

Voodoo Authentica and other modern temples: Visit contemporary Voodoo temples, including Voodoo Authentica, to witness modern practices and rituals.

Location
1298 St Ann St.
Saint Ann Street
The tour begins at the Archway to Armstrong Park on Rampart Street.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Underwvr
Aug 24, 2024
Extremely educational! - Sandy is incredibly knowledgeable. She delicately wove factual research into modern day depictions of the religion infused with humor. Would highly recommend this tour, especially for those interested in learning about religion and culture.
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Rebekaht175
Aug 18, 2024
Sandy aka best tour guide around - Cannot say enough wonderful things about this tour. Incredibly educational while being entertaining. Sandy was super super knowledgeable and interacted well with the whole group. Not only learned about voodoo, but more about the origins of the religion within different culture groups, New Orleans architecture, and so much more. You can tell sandy takes this seriously and is obviously very well read, while still having some jokes to throw in. She’s wonderful and I promise you’ll have a great time with her!! It’s a light walk with some opportunities to sit in the beginning. Great highlights around the area and super informative!
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Jlboord
Aug 16, 2024
We love Robi and Sandy! - We actually ended up booking 2 Voodoo tours in 1 day and it turned out to be a well-rounded experience. Our tour with Priest Robi was first and was the adults only 'full immersion' - HIGHLY recommend. He does an incredible job at explaining what Voodoo and similar religions mean to him and the people who practice and also BREAKING DOWN all of the stereotypical ideas that most of us have. Robi has to be one of the most joyful and positive people I've ever met. Spoiler Alert: Voodoo isn't scary! It's just a slightly different religion that was forced to be hidden and practiced secretly bc it wasn't Christianity and it wasn't white folks doing it. I'm so glad I booked this tour because it didn't just show me that we've got Voodoo all wrong, but that it's brimming with love and hope and kindness. This tour may be uncomfortable for some people who are more conservative, but if you can just hang on to your beliefs and just listen with an open mind, you will learn a lot, no matter who you are.
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Jordanfd934ma
Aug 15, 2024
A great time - Sandy made this tour extremely enjoyable. We had a heat advisory for temperatures up to 115, she continuously checked in with us to see if we needed a break or anything. Sandy was very knowledgeable and patient with my large group of family and friends.
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Aaron
Aug 14, 2024
If you do one thing in NOLA, do this tour with High Priest Robi. - I had the phenomenal pleasure of getting to do the 10AM Vodou tour with High Priest Robi. Robi does an amazing job of setting the history and making you feel comfortable, before inviting you in to experience just a small amount of his beautiful and historic religion. A proud historian and childhood practitoner of Vodou, as well as an initiated Priest, - Robi is the most informative and respectful way to learn about this religion. I laughed, I cried, and I learned. If you do only one thing in NOLA, do this
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N39crsarahh
Aug 7, 2024
Sandy is AMAZING!! - Sandy was AMAZING!!!! She is so knowledgeable and fluent with the ideas, language and feeling of Voodoo and explains the diverse regions brought to New Orleans in such a respectful and inspiring way. My husband and I took our four kids ages 19, 16, 14 and 8. It was extremely hot. My 19 year old loved it. And my other two teens appreciated the info but were a little hung up on the heat. My 8 year old stayed pretty engaged (but hard for him) I hope he will retain a vibe about Voodoo that Sandy so expertly described to us. Huge respect to her for doing this in the brutal heat and for her thoughtfulness with the subject. It was excellent!!!!
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Caralissas2024
Aug 6, 2024
Sandy is great! - Sandy was very informative, humorous, and a joy! Will recommend this tour to any friends or family who visit NOLA!!!!!!
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Voyageuse_melimela
Aug 6, 2024
Incredible -New Orleans must-do - High Priest Robi is authentic, wise, hilarious and kind. It was a highlight of the trip to have the opportunity to learn from him. The blessing was also much appreciated. 10/10 would recommend.
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Wyrrlynm
Aug 4, 2024
Captivating Voodoo Tour with High Priest Robi! - My girlfriend and I had the pleasure of meeting High Priest Robi, receiving a blessing and completing a historic VooDoo tour for my birthday, and we really enjoyed it! The tour was filled with fascinating historical insights that offered a deep dive into the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans. Robi’s knowledge and presence added an authentic touch to the tour. His blessing was a unique and memorable highlight that made the experience even more special. It was a truly cool and interesting way to celebrate my birthday. Highly recommended!
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Dana
Aug 4, 2024
Fascinating Voodoo Walking Tour with Sandy - I recently took the Voodoo Unveiling Walking Tour with Sandy, and it was an incredible experience! Sandy was an amazing guide who not only shared her vast knowledge and personal experiences but also went above and beyond to provide additional tidbits of information that enriched the tour. We visited several historical sites, and Sandy’s storytelling brought the history and culture of New Orleans to life. Her passion for the subject was evident and made the tour even more engaging. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about voodoo, this tour with Sandy is a must-do. Highly recommended!
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