Witches of the French Quarter Tour by DuPont & Company

In the heart of New Orleans’ storied French Quarter, where history hums beneath the cobblestones and iron balconies, DuPont & Company Tour Experiences, LLC offers a unique window into a lesser-known chapter of the city’s past. Their Witches of the French Quarter Tour is a 90-minute walking journey into the authentic world of ancestral witchcraft, led by direct descendants of the witches who navigated this city’s shadowed streets since the 1700s. Far from the usual ghost tales and vampire lore, this tour unveils the real witches: their rituals, their families, and their intertwined relationship with New Orleans’ Voodoo traditions.

Starting at 768 Decatur St, this intimate tour leads guests through some of the city’s oldest, most atmospheric sites. Visitors pause at a centuries-old worship spot, tread through the oldest neighborhoods, and stand where historic covens practiced in relative secrecy. Along the way, the guide – a licensed descendant of these families – shares first-person accounts and honors the delicate line between myth and lived experience. Stops include the original Witches Workshop and the former home of Marie Laveau, the Voodoo Queen whose legacy looms large in Louisiana folklore.

What sets this experience apart is its authenticity and permission from the local covens themselves, marking the first historic openness by these families. It’s a rare chance to understand how witchcraft and Voodoo are distinct yet deeply connected practices in New Orleans culture. Whether you’re drawn to history, anthropology, or the uncommon stories of place, this tour enriches any visit to the French Quarter and adds a profound layer to the city’s rich cultural landscape.

For travelers intrigued by history that’s alive, embodied, and still unfolding, DuPont & Company’s Witches tour is a compelling gateway into New Orleans’ magical heritage —candid, respectful, and grounded in legacy.