New Orleans True Crime Bar Tour

This tour provides an in depth look at some of the most unnerving crimes in New Orleans history. Visit local watering holes frequented by some of New Orleans’ most notorious murderers and serial killers, all while a licensed tour guide provides detailed accounts of the terrifying actions of real French Quarter residents.
Perfect for true crime enthusiasts of all backgrounds. Highlights include a discussion of several French Quarter residents alleged involvement in JFKs assasination, the Ax Man’s legendary reign of terror, the murder suicide of Zack & Addy, the Upstairs Lounge Arson, as well as the infamous “Bourbon Street Bloodbath” involving an unsuspecting convention-goer in 2012.

Stop at a wide range of French Quarter bars with shockingly sordid history. Guests will have the opportunity to grab a drink at the bar where Zack tended bar pre-Katrina, an iconic brothel from the Storyville era, as well the site of the largest hate crime against the LGBTQ+ community in the 20th century.

Meeting Point

Bon's New Orleans Street Food

620 Decatur St #1B, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Bon's New Orleans Street Food

620 Decatur St #1B, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

The tour starts off in the Jackson Brewery Building for a complimentary to-go hurricane or local beer.

10 minutes

Jackson Square

751 Decatur St, , New Orleans, 70181, Louisiana

Stop for a photo-op at Jackson Square while learning about the Cabildo and Presbytere. Walk up to Washington Artillery Park for a great view of The Mississippi River.

10 minutes

Supreme Court Chief Justice

400 Royal St # 4200, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA

Walk on the steps of the Supreme Court Building and learn about the connections New Orleans has with the JFK assassination.

Pass by without stopping

Storyville District

125 Bourbon St, , New Orleans, 70130-2301, Louisiana

Learn about Storyville and the Tango Belt

Pass by without stopping

Jimani Lounge & Restaurant

141 Chartres St, New Orleans, 70130-2311, Louisiana

Stop for a cocktail and hear the gruesome story that took place here. This was the location of the largest hate crime of the 20th century.

15 minutes

Three Legged Dog

400 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA

Stop for a cocktail at the bar where Zack from the Zack and Addy story used to bartend.

10 minutes

May Baily's Place

415 Dauphine St #3405, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA

Stop for a cocktail at this former Brothel. May Baily's Place is credited with being the first licensed brothel in New Orleans.

10 minutes