Private Tour and Seance at the House on Bourbon

On Bourbon Street, behind the neon and noise, Psychic Medium Marie leads a spiritual reading in an old house at 826 Bourbon Street. She tells stories connected to the home, shares accounts involving spirits and dead celebrities, and uses tarot cards as part of the reading. This is a New Orleans night out with a supernatural theme, not a formal theater show.

I like two things here: the experience is small and personal, and the old house gives the evening a setting that a hotel lounge cannot match. I also like the chance to ask for a past-life reading or learn to make a small Mojo bag for connecting with ancestors. The main caution is important: a seance here may feel more like a group tarot reading than the round-table, crystal-ball event you imagine.

Key things to know before you book

• The meeting point is 908 Bourbon Street, near NOLA PoBoys, followed by a half-block walk to the house at 826 Bourbon Street.
• Psychic Medium Marie leads the experience, with ghost stories, spiritual readings, and tarot cards used to communicate with the spirit world.
• The format is not a traditional séance show. Expect personal readings in a group setting, even when your own party is the only group present.
• Wine and water are included, while snacks, meals, and other drinks are your responsibility.
• The price is $175 per person, so the value depends heavily on how much personal reading time your group receives.
• You must be at least 18, and the activity usually takes about two hours, though the advertised range is roughly one to three hours.

Starting on Bourbon Street at 908

You begin near NOLA PoBoys at 908 Bourbon Street. This is a useful meeting point because it is easy to find in the French Quarter, close to food and drinks, and near public transportation.

Plan ahead if you want something more substantial than wine and water. You may buy snacks, food, or drinks around the meeting point and bring them to the house. That small detail matters. Bourbon Street can be loud and crowded, and having food before the reading may make the evening more comfortable, especially if the session runs longer than expected.

From the meeting point, you walk about half a block to 826 Bourbon Street. The distance is short, but the area is classic Bourbon Street: busy, noisy, and full of nightlife. I would keep your group together during the walk and avoid arriving rushed. This activity is about changing the mood from party street to old-house ghost story, and a calm start helps.

The experience is described as private for your booking, but the practical meaning needs careful attention. Your own party is intended to participate together, and the activity page also says only your group will participate. At the same time, the description includes a warning that the session may not be exclusive unless that is specifically requested. If complete privacy matters to you, ask for it before booking and get clear confirmation.

Inside Marie’s Bourbon Street house

Marie gives a short introduction to the house and its past. The home itself is one of the main reasons to choose this experience over a quick psychic reading elsewhere in the French Quarter. You are not simply sitting at a table in a generic room. You are entering an old Bourbon Street property with its own atmosphere and stories.

Do not expect a long architectural tour. The introduction is brief, and the focus quickly shifts to Marie’s work as a psychic medium and to the spirits associated with the house. You hear ghost stories connected to the property, including accounts involving the spirits of deceased celebrities.

Marie is of African descent, a detail included in the experience description and part of the identity of the person leading the reading. Her approach also includes the possibility of creating a Mojo bag, a small magical item intended to help you connect with ancestors. Ask about this option early if it interests you, since it may not be a standard part of every reading.

The house is atmospheric, but atmosphere is not the same as proof. You should treat the supernatural side according to your own beliefs. Some people come looking for spiritual contact, while others come for an unusual French Quarter evening. Both approaches can work, as long as you understand what you are paying for.

What the seance actually involves

The word seance creates a very specific picture for many people: a dark room, a round table, a crystal ball, perhaps one spirit appearing for everyone. That is not the format described here.

Marie uses tarot cards during the reading. The session is closer to a group spiritual reading, with messages interpreted through cards and conversation. She may address each person in the party and connect the reading to family members, spirit guides, past experiences, or people who have died.

That distinction is the single most important booking tip. If you want a theatrical ghost performance, this may disappoint you. If you want a personal tarot-based reading in a historic Bourbon Street house, the description fits much better.

The amount of attention each person receives can vary. One account describes detailed readings that felt highly specific, while another describes uneven time among family members. If your party includes several people, ask how the time will be divided before the session begins. At $175 per person, that is a fair question, not an awkward one.

You may also be offered a past-life reading. This is optional, not required for a worthwhile session. Some people choose it because they find the subject fascinating. Others may prefer to keep the focus on the present or on deceased relatives. You should feel free to say no, and you should ask in advance if an extra charge applies.

The strongest part: personal readings

The best reason to book this experience is the chance to receive a reading that feels personal. Several accounts describe Marie identifying details, names, feelings, or connections that seemed meaningful to the person receiving the reading. One person found the reading especially striking because Marie connected a spirit to someone who communicates with them often.

That kind of moment is the heart of the experience. It is also impossible to guarantee. A psychic reading is personal and subjective, so your reaction may be very different from someone else’s. Go with an open mind, but keep your own judgment.

Marie is described as warm, welcoming, and entertaining. That matters in a setting where you may feel exposed or emotional. A good reading depends not only on the cards or the stories, but also on whether you feel comfortable speaking honestly.

You can record your session according to one account, but permission should be confirmed before you start. The experience may bring up private subjects, so agree within your group about what should remain personal. You should also remember that readings can include difficult themes. One account describes receiving upsetting predictions about love and death. Even if you regard the material as entertainment, harsh statements can still affect your mood.

For that reason, I would not book this as a carefree joke if you know you are sensitive to predictions about illness, relationships, death, or past lives. Tell Marie at the beginning if there are subjects you do not want discussed.

Ghost stories, dead celebrities, and the New Orleans mood

The ghost-story portion connects the house to the broader character of the French Quarter. New Orleans has no shortage of supernatural tales, and Bourbon Street makes a memorable setting for them. Marie tells stories from the spirits’ point of view and includes accounts involving dead celebrities who allegedly visited her through spiritual work.

The appeal is not historical detail in the museum sense. You are not getting a carefully documented lecture on French Quarter architecture or a guided walk through major landmarks. Instead, you receive a personal, supernatural interpretation of one old Bourbon Street house.

That makes this experience best for people who enjoy folklore, spiritual traditions, and unusual local personalities. It is less suitable if you want verified history, a formal paranormal investigation, or a standard walking tour.

The short house introduction also means the ghost stories are part of a larger reading rather than a separate performance. If your group wants more time on the building itself, ask how much of the session will cover the house before the cards and readings begin.

Wine, water, and the practical details

A bottle of wine and a bottle of water are included. The wine adds a relaxed touch, and water is welcome during a two-hour conversation. Do not treat the included bottle as a full food-and-drink service. Buy anything else you want near the starting point.

The listed duration ranges from one to three hours, while the itinerary gives two hours. I would plan on about two hours and leave extra room afterward. Scheduling appears to be one of the areas that can create frustration, especially if other groups are being handled around the same time.

One account describes an evening appointment that began much later than expected because other groups were ahead. Even though the activity is presented as private, the details suggest you should confirm the exact arrangement, start time, and group order before arriving. If your night includes dinner, a show, or a flight, do not schedule those too closely.

The experience is offered in English. It is for adults 18 and older, and most people can participate. The activity is near public transportation and ends back at the meeting point.

You can cancel for a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Changes made within 24 hours are not accepted, and late cancellations are not refunded. Poor weather can also lead to a different date or a full refund.

Is $175 per person a fair value?

At $175 per person, this is not a bargain psychic reading. You are paying for the setting, Marie’s time, the spiritual reading, the house stories, the included wine and water, and the novelty of doing it on Bourbon Street.

The price makes more sense for a small group that wants a private-feeling evening and expects personal attention. It is harder to justify if you mainly want a quick tarot reading. New Orleans has many places offering spiritual readings at lower prices, and some people may prefer a shorter, simpler session.

Your value also depends on how many people are in the booking. A solo participant or couple may receive more focused attention than a larger family group. For three or four people, ask how readings are divided and whether every person receives comparable time.

I would also clarify any extra cost for a past-life reading or Mojo bag before the session. The description says each person has the option to experience a private seance reading and learn to create a Mojo bag, but it does not clearly state which options are included in the $175 price.

Who will enjoy this experience most?

I would recommend it to an adult who enjoys spiritual readings, ghost stories, and unusual evening activities. It suits someone who wants a personal encounter with a local psychic medium rather than a polished stage production.

It can also work well for a couple or small friend group looking for something different after dinner. The old house, Bourbon Street location, and personal conversation give the night a distinct New Orleans flavor.

I would be cautious about booking it for children, people under 18, or anyone who wants a strictly factual history tour. I would also think twice if your group wants a traditional seance with a single spirit appearing to everyone. That is not what the available description supports.

Most of all, decide how you feel about the possibility of negative or unsettling messages. You can ask for boundaries, but you cannot fully control what Marie says she receives during a reading. Go in curious, not frightened, and remember that you remain free to stop a topic that makes you uncomfortable.

Final verdict: book it with clear expectations

This is a memorable New Orleans experience for the right person. The old Bourbon Street house, Marie’s warm style, personal readings, ghost stories, and optional past-life work create a setting that feels very different from a standard tour.

I would book it if you want a tarot-based spiritual reading in a historic-feeling home and are comfortable with an experience that is personal and subjective. I would skip it if you want a verified history lesson, a theatrical haunted-house show, or a low-cost tarot session.

Before paying, confirm three things: that your booking will be exclusive if that matters, how long each person will receive for their reading, and whether past-life or Mojo-bag work costs extra. Those questions will help you decide if $175 per person matches what you want from the evening.

FAQ

Where does the experience begin?

It begins at NOLA PoBoys, 908 Bourbon Street, New Orleans. You then walk about half a block to the house at 826 Bourbon Street.

How long does the experience last?

The itinerary gives about two hours, while the advertised duration is approximately one to three hours. Allow extra time in case the session runs longer or the schedule changes.

Is this a traditional seance?

The experience uses tarot cards for spiritual communication and personal readings. It is not described as a round-table, crystal-ball, or Ouija-board presentation.

What is included in the price?

Spiritual readings, one bottle of wine, and one bottle of water are included. Food, snacks, and additional drinks are not included.

Can I request a private session?

The activity is described as a private activity for your group, but the information also says it may not be exclusive unless requested. Confirm exclusivity with the provider before booking if this is important to you.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the experience are not accepted for a refund. If poor weather causes cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund.