Which public transit stop is closest to the French Quarter tour starting points?

Stops along Canal Street, Bourbon Street, or Decatur Street are the most convenient, depending on your tour.

Are there any rideshare drop-off zones near the tour start points?

Yes, popular drop-off points include Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, and Exchange Place for Ghost Tours.

How early should I leave to reach the tour on time by public transit?

Plan for 15–20 minutes extra to account for waiting, stops, and walking from the transit point to the meeting location.

Do ghost tours provide hotel pickup?

No, there aren’t any hotel pickup or drop-offs provided.

New Orleans Ghost Tours Locations & Meeting Points

Where do the ghost tours begin?

Ghost Tours
Meeting Point: Across from the Pelican Club Restaurant in the French Quarter

Pub Crawl Tours
Meeting Point: Haunted History Tours office, French Quarter

Cemetery Bus Tours
Meeting Point: Tour Orleans

Walking Tour of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
Meeting Point: Basin St. Station Visitor Center

Getting to the ghost tours by public transport

Finding your way to a New Orleans Ghost Tour is easy, whether you’re traveling by bus, streetcar, taxi, or even on foot. Most tours begin in the French Quarter, just minutes from the New Orleans Visitor Center, making them highly accessible.

By bus/streetcar

Closest stop: Canal Street, near the French Quarter
Travel time: Around 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic and bus frequency
Transit lines to use:
- Bus routes: 51, 52, 57 (among others) that travel toward Canal Street or through the French Quarter.
- Streetcar options: The Canal Streetcar line (routes 47/48) is commonly used and travels along Canal Street, which borders the French Quarter.

By taxi or rideshare

Taxi sign illuminated at night in a city setting.

Closest stop: French Quarter tour meeting points (such as near Bourbon Street or Jackson Square)
Travel time: Approximately 5–10 minutes under normal traffic conditions
Route: From the Visitor Center, a short taxi or rideshare ride will take you directly to your tour’s starting location in the French Quarter.

Nearby parking:

Premium Parking: P0149: Just 2 min away from the New Orleans Visitor Center, this parking lot is ideal for those who choose walking tours. Find on Maps
Central Parking System: Conveniently located 5 min from the New Orleans Visitor Center, you can pay to park your vehicle & easily walk to your meeting point. Find on Maps
Premium Parking: P0407: This parking lot is just 2 minutes away from the New Orleans Visitor Center, making it ideal for those who choose the Cemetery Bus Tour. Find on Maps

Getting to your tour’s starting points

Ghost Tous	Pub Crawl Tours	Cemetery Bus Tours	St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Tour
Take the Canal Streetcar to Canal & Chartres, then walk 5 minutes to Exchange Place. Taxi/rideshare takes about 6 minutes.	Ride the Canal Streetcar to Canal & Bourbon, then walk 7 minutes toward Jackson Square. Taxi/rideshare is about 8 minutes.	From the Visitor Center, walk 10 minutes via Canal Street or take a short 5-minute taxi/rideshare.	Walk 8 minutes north along Basin Street, or ride the Canal Streetcar to Basin St. Station, right by the cemetery entrance.

Frequently asked questions about getting to New Orleans Ghost Tours

Stick to well-lit main streets like St. Peter and Exchange Place, and stay with your group. The French Quarter is generally safe, but exercise usual city caution.