Bourbon Street meets the supernatural. This private House on Bourbon experience mixes a haunted-house walkthrough with a live spiritual reading led by Psychic Medium Marie at 826 Bourbon St. I like that it’s tailored to your group and that you get a full setting, not just a quick stop and go reading.

What I really like is the structure: you start by walking in, hear the house and séance-story context, then you transition into communication and personal readings. Wine and water are included to keep the mood relaxed while you’re doing something intense. One thing to consider: this isn’t described as the classic, movie-style séance you may be picturing, so if you want a specific format, go in with flexible expectations.

Key Points You Should Know Before You Go

• 826 Bourbon St is the center stage: you’ll enter the haunted house area right from the Bourbon Street experience.
• Wine and water are included with the reading, so you don’t need to plan your own drinks.
• Spiritual readings include an optional deeper experience like a past-life style element and the chance to make a mojo bag for connecting with ancestors.
• Stories include real-world references like famous spirits who allegedly visited Marie, adding that French Quarter theater feeling.
• It’s designed as a private booking, but exclusivity can depend on how your tour is arranged, so ask if you want it only for your party.

House on Bourbon at 826 Bourbon St: the Setting Matters

The experience starts around the edge of the French Quarter’s most famous street, then moves into the atmosphere itself. Your meeting point is at NOLA Poboys, 908 Bourbon St, and you’ll walk about half a block to 826 Bourbon St. That short walk is part of the vibe shift: you move from normal Bourbon Street energy into a house built for stories, shadows, and staged “did you really just see/hear that?” moments.

Once inside, you’re not sent off alone. You’re guided through the house and given context as you go. The tour includes time to explore the Haunted House, and you’re also there for what the medium frames as communication—so the building matters. It’s also why this experience feels different from sitting across the table in a generic reading office.

Another practical win: the meeting point is easy to locate on Bourbon Street and the activity is described as near public transportation. If you’re planning a night that already includes dinner and drinks nearby, this slots in without needing a complicated logistics puzzle.

What You Actually Get: Spiritual Reading, Wine, Water, and Mojo

The price is $175 per person, and what you get is clearly centered on the reading plus the house experience. Included items are straightforward: spiritual readings, a bottle of wine, and a bottle of water. Psychic Medium Marie is also identified as being of African Descent, which is part of how the host and her style are presented.

There’s also an optional layer that many people will find to be the “only in New Orleans” part of the experience: you can choose to create a magical mojo bag to help you connect with your ancestors. You’ll also have the option for a private séance reading. Those are the moments where the event stops being just a story session and turns into something more personal.

One more detail that affects value: the experience includes a reading approach using tools like tarot. The information provided describes communication through the spiritual reading, and multiple accounts in the feedback you were given point out that people experience it like a structured reading rather than a one-entity dramatic séance. If you’re hoping for one big spirit manifestation moment, you might not get that. If you’re open to guidance that feels more like interpretation and conversation, you’ll likely enjoy it more.

The Reading Style: Séance Energy, Tarot-Driven Communication

From what’s described, the medium’s role is not just to tell stories. Psychic Medium Marie delivers a guided spiritual session, including messages that are presented as coming through spirits. The experience also involves a group setting for the initial communication, with the option to go deeper with a private reading.

If you’re wondering what to expect, here’s the simplest way to frame it:

• You’ll first hear the house story and séance-history context.
• You’ll listen to ghost stories framed as coming from spirits.
• Then you’ll have your spiritual reading, which may involve tarot as part of how communication is channeled.

Why that matters: some people love this for exactly that reason. They walk away feeling that the information they received was personal, specific, and meaningful. Others take issue when they feel the session is not what they pictured a séance would be. So your best strategy is expectation-match. If you’re seeking entertainment and spiritual guidance in a Bourbon Street setting, this is aligned. If you’re dead set on a particular classic séance format, you’ll want to ask before you book.

Marie and the French Quarter Ghost Stories

The tour is built around one main personality: Psychic Medium Marie. During your time at 826 Bourbon St, the host provides the history tied to the séance-house concept and then leans into the story element.

What stands out in the description is that the ghost stories are presented as coming from spirits themselves. You’re also told about dead celebrity spirits allegedly visiting Marie. That’s very “French Quarter”: not museum-history, not textbook history—more like folklore, theater, and personal narration all blended together.

There’s also a meaningful service element here: some people get readings that feel tailored to them as individuals. The structure described allows each guest to have their own option for private reading time and specific experiences like mojo-making. When it works well, the result is that you don’t feel like you’re paying just to watch. You feel like you’re part of it.

A small consideration: the medium’s delivery can include uncomfortable messages. The information you were given includes feedback where a guest felt the content was upsetting and even made them uncomfortable. That doesn’t mean it will happen to you, but it does mean you should mentally prepare for the fact that spirit messages in this setting may not be all rainbows and comfort.

Your Night, Step by Step: NOLA Poboys to the Haunted House

Here’s the flow you can expect, in plain terms.

First, meet at NOLA Poboys, 908 Bourbon St. From there, you’ll walk roughly half a block to the haunted house at 826 Bourbon St. The experience is described as private by each booking, but the fine print also notes that exclusivity can depend on whether you request it. In real-life terms, that means you should treat this as private-by-your-booking unless you specifically need to guarantee no other parties are involved. If exclusivity matters, message ahead and ask directly.

At the house, you’ll enter and get the guided history. You’ll also have time to explore the haunted house itself. That’s not just set dressing; it’s how the tour builds atmosphere before the reading starts.

Then comes the séance-style experience. You’ll listen to real ghost stories delivered through the Psychic Medium, framed as communication from spirits. After that, there’s room for the individualized options. You can opt into a private séance reading, and you can also opt to learn and create a mojo bag meant to help you connect with ancestors.

Duration is listed as 1 to 3 hours, so plan your evening like it’s a real commitment, not a quick add-on. The experience also encourages grabbing snacks, food, or drinks near the meeting point before the house portion. That’s a nice touch if you’re doing a full Bourbon Street evening and want to manage your own hunger without disrupting the flow inside.

Price and Value: Is $175 Worth It?

Let’s talk money in a practical way. At $175 per person, you’re paying for a package: haunted-house time, live spiritual reading, and included drinks (wine and water). If your goal is to experience a specific New Orleans-style “Bourbon Street séance house” moment, the value can make sense because you’re not paying for just a reading. You’re paying for setting, hosting, and the chance to participate in a personal-style session.

Where value can get tricky is what you think you’re buying.

• If you want a traditional séance with a certain dramatic format, you might feel mismatch.
• If you’re open to tarot-driven spiritual communication and prefer guidance that feels like conversation plus interpretation, you’ll likely feel it’s worth it.

The best way to protect your wallet: ask one or two clear questions when you book. Confirm how the séance reading portion is structured, and whether it includes a private element for your party at the time you’ll be there. The information you were given includes feedback about time shifting and about what people felt they actually received versus what they expected. You can reduce the chance of disappointment by making sure you understand what private means in your specific booking.

Also consider who the host is for. Psychic Medium Marie is presented as African Descent, and the overall style reads as entertainment plus spirituality. If you’re coming for that combined experience, you’re in the right place.

Timing, Pace, and the 1–3 Hour Reality

This is listed as about 1 to 3 hours, which gives wiggle room. That matters on Bourbon Street, where your evening plan can unravel fast if you underestimate time.

Here’s what helps you plan:

• Expect that the experience is more than a single reading. You’ll have house exploration plus history plus the communication portion.
• If you’re sensitive to long stretches of waiting, show up with your schedule buffered.
• Since wine and water are included, treat the session like a sit-down event. Don’t plan to sprint to another activity immediately afterward.

There’s also the practical note that confirmation happens within 48 hours of booking subject to availability, and the experience requires good weather. That’s not unusual for a walking-heavy French Quarter evening, but it’s worth planning around. If weather changes, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund (you’ll want to keep an eye on updates so you can react quickly).

Who Should Book This (and Who Should Skip It)

This is best for:

• You want a New Orleans-only experience that mixes local history vibes with a live spiritual reading.
• You’re curious and open-minded about tarot and spirit-message style communication.
• You like a hosted experience with personality, not a cold, clinical appointment.

It might not be ideal for:

• You expect a classic movie-style séance with a specific set of props and outcomes.
• You want purely uplifting messages only. Some content can land heavy for certain people.
• You need a strict, predictable timing window. The session length can vary across the broad 1–3 hour range.

If you’re traveling with a friend or a small group who likes spooky stories and interactive activities, this fits well. The “only your group participates” language suggests a private feel, but given the exclusivity note, it’s smart to confirm your setup if your group expects total separation from other parties.

Should You Book Private Tour and Seance at the House on Bourbon?

If you’re excited by the idea of stepping into a Bourbon Street haunted house and getting a live séance-style spiritual reading with Psychic Medium Marie, I’d lean yes. The included wine and water, the chance to do a private séance reading, and the mojo-bag option make it feel like more than a one-and-done event.

But book with the right mindset. This isn’t described as a one-size-fits-all theatrical séance. It’s closer to a guided spiritual reading experience that uses tarot as part of communication, set inside a specific haunted-house setting. If that matches your expectations, it can be a memorable, conversation-starting night.

If you want to make the booking decision confidently, send a quick message asking what private means for your exact group time and how the reading portion is structured. Do that, plan for the full 1–3 hours, and you’ll give yourself the best shot at a satisfying experience.

FAQ

How long is the private tour and séance?

It’s listed as about 1 to 3 hours.

Where do I meet for the experience?

You meet at NOLA Poboys, 908 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70116.

Is this experience private?

It’s described as a private tour/activity where only your group participates, but the details also say exclusivity may depend on whether it’s requested. If private-only matters to you, ask when you book.

What is included in the price?

Included are spiritual readings, a bottle of wine, and a bottle of water.

Is there an age requirement?

Yes. The minimum age allowed is 18 years old above.

What language is the tour offered in?

The experience is offered in English.

Do I need good weather?

Yes, the experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Do I get a mobile ticket?

Yes, it’s listed as having a mobile ticket.

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