Private Tour and Seance at the House on Bourbon

Bourbon Street is already a place where the line between theater and real life gets blurry. At the House on Bourbon, Psychic Medium Marie adds a private reading, ghost stories, tarot cards, and the chance to make a mojo bag for connecting with ancestors. It is an only-in-New-Orleans evening, but you should know that the word seance means something different here than it does in a classic séance film.

I like the personal format, since Marie can focus on your party rather than rush through a large walking tour. I also like the setting: you meet near 908 Bourbon Street, collect food or a drink if you wish, then walk about half a block to the house. The main caution is that the experience can run from one to three hours, and the description is not perfectly clear about how private each booking is.

Key points to know before booking

• Tarot-based spiritual readings: Expect Marie to use tarot cards as part of the communication process, rather than a theatrical round-table séance with a crystal ball or Ouija board.
• A historic Bourbon Street house: You hear a short account of the building and its reported supernatural activity before the reading begins.
• Marie’s personal style: She is described as warm, entertaining, and very much in character, though the tone of a reading can become serious.
• Optional past-life reading: This is offered separately and may involve an additional charge, so ask about the cost before agreeing.
• Wine and water included: A bottle of wine and a bottle of water are provided, with snacks and other drinks available for you to buy nearby.
• Adults only: The minimum age is 18, and the activity is offered in English.

Starting on Bourbon Street at 908

Your meeting point is NOLA Poboys at 908 Bourbon Street. This is a practical place to begin because you can arrive early, find food, or pick up a drink before walking to the house at 826 Bourbon Street.

The short walk matters. You are not being driven to an isolated property outside New Orleans. The experience remains firmly in the French Quarter, with Bourbon Street’s noise and nightlife just outside the door. That can add atmosphere, but it also means you should expect a lively street setting rather than a quiet country séance room.

You may bring snacks, food, or drinks purchased around the meeting point to enjoy at the house. Wine and water are provided, which is a nice touch at this price, though I would treat the wine as a small courtesy rather than a major part of the value.

The area is near public transportation, and most people can take part. The activity ends back at the meeting point, so you do not need to arrange a separate ride between the restaurant and the house.

Inside the House on Bourbon Street

Once inside, Marie gives a short introduction to the home and its reported connection with spirits. She also tells stories about encounters with ghosts, including accounts involving deceased celebrities. These stories are a central part of the visit, and Marie delivers them as a psychic medium of African descent with a strong performance style.

The house itself sets the mood better than a plain shopfront reading room would. You get old-building atmosphere, Bourbon Street outside, and a guide who presents the evening as both a spiritual service and a piece of New Orleans entertainment.

Do not expect a long architectural tour. The house introduction is described as brief, and one of the practical complaints is that Marie moves through the explanation quickly. I see that as a benefit if you have come mainly for the reading, but a drawback if you want a full history tour of the building.

The French Quarter history here is focused and personal. You learn about this particular house and Marie’s experiences there, not a broad survey of New Orleans architecture, Voodoo traditions, or local history. For that larger context, you would need a separate walking tour.

What the seance actually involves

This is the most important point. You are not guaranteed a séance in the classic sense of people sitting around a table while one spirit visibly appears. The experience is described more accurately as a group spiritual reading using tarot cards.

Marie uses the cards to communicate messages she attributes to spirits or spirit guides. She may identify people connected to you, repeat words or themes that feel familiar, and ask questions as the reading develops. Some participants found the details strikingly personal, while others felt the reading was general or depended too much on their answers.

That range is important. If you already enjoy tarot, mediumship, or past-life readings, you may find the format engaging. If you are expecting a formal mediumship gallery, a dramatic manifestation, or a traditional séance ritual, you may feel that the product does not match the name.

The evening can also shift in tone. Marie may be playful and welcoming, but spiritual messages can become emotional or unsettling. One account describes a reading that included grim claims about a past life and future relationships. I would not book this expecting harmless Halloween fun only. Decide in advance what subjects you do not want discussed, and say so clearly.

You are allowed to treat the session as entertainment. You are also allowed to take it seriously. The safest approach is to keep control of your own decisions and not treat predictions about death, love, health, or misfortune as facts.

Readings, questions, and past-life options

The main reading is the heart of the experience. Each person in your party may receive time with Marie, though the exact balance depends on the group and the way the session unfolds.

This is worth discussing before you begin. A family of three may not receive exactly the same number of questions or the same amount of attention. If each person wants an equal reading, tell Marie at the start and ask how the time will be divided.

The past-life reading is optional. It has been described as an interesting addition, and some participants chose it after the main reading. It is also the part most likely to create uncertainty about price and expectations. Ask these three questions before proceeding:

• Is the past-life reading included in the $175 price?
• If not, what is the exact additional charge?
• How much time will it take from the main reading?

Do not feel pressured to add it. A past-life session should be a choice, not a requirement for receiving a meaningful main reading.

You may also want to ask if recording is allowed. At least one participant recorded a session, but permission should be confirmed directly with Marie before you begin.

The private-group question needs clarification

The experience is described as private, and the additional information says only your group will participate. At the same time, another part of the information says the private tour is not exclusive unless requested. Those statements do not line up neatly.

That difference matters. A private reading for two or three people is a very different purchase from a shared evening with several groups. One account describes a delayed reading because other groups were ahead, while the host’s response says another time or date was offered and declined. Even if that was an unusual scheduling problem, it shows why you should confirm the arrangement before booking.

Ask in writing:

• Is the house reserved only for my party?
• If other groups are scheduled, will they share the reading?
• What is the exact start time for my group?
• How long is the reading itself?
• What happens if the start time changes?

The experience is said to last about one to three hours, which is a wide range. Build flexibility into your evening, especially if you have dinner reservations or a show afterward.

How the $175 price compares with the experience

At $175 per person, this is not a casual Bourbon Street tarot stop. For a couple or small group that receives focused attention, the price can make sense as a specialty evening with a house visit, storytelling, wine, and personal readings.

The value drops if you mainly want a short tarot session. The spiritual reading is the central service, while the house history and ghost stories are relatively brief. You are paying for the setting, Marie’s presentation, the private or semi-private format, and the New Orleans theme as much as for the cards themselves.

The exact party total also deserves attention. The listed rate is $175 per person, while an example involving three people came to $450, or $150 per person. Pricing may vary by booking details, so check the final total rather than multiplying the headline price without looking.

I would compare this with two alternatives. A standard French Quarter tarot reading may cost less and give you a shorter, more focused session. A dedicated haunted-history walk may offer more local context. This experience combines several elements, but it does not go deeply into any one of them.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend it to an adult who likes unusual, theatrical experiences and is comfortable with uncertainty. You do not need to believe in ghosts, but you should be willing to listen respectfully and accept that the evening is built around Marie’s spiritual practice.

It may suit:

• Couples looking for an unusual night in the French Quarter
• Friends who enjoy tarot, ghost stories, or paranormal themes
• First-time visitors curious about a personal reading
• Small groups that want a shared experience with some emotional depth
• People interested in a past-life reading, provided they confirm the extra cost

I would be cautious about booking it for someone who is grieving, highly anxious, or likely to take frightening predictions literally. I would also think twice if you want a polished historical tour or a carefully timed event.

The setting is adult-oriented, and the minimum age is 18. Wine is available, but alcohol should not be used to push past discomfort. If a reading becomes upsetting, you can ask to stop or change the subject.

Practical timing and comfort tips

Plan to arrive at 908 Bourbon Street with enough time to get oriented. The meeting spot is easy to find, but Bourbon Street can be noisy and crowded, especially in the evening. Wear comfortable shoes for the short walk and keep your belongings secure.

Because the session may last much longer than an hour, avoid scheduling it immediately before another fixed activity. A flexible dinner afterward works better than a theater ticket with a strict start time.

The activity is offered in English. If you need a reading to be carefully explained, say so at the beginning. Marie’s introductory talk is reported to be brief and fast, so ask questions before the reading moves ahead.

The experience requires good weather. If poor weather causes cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time, but changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted.

Final call: should you book it?

Book this experience if you want a personal, atmospheric Bourbon Street evening and understand that seance here means a tarot-based spiritual reading with ghost stories. The strongest part is the combination of Marie’s personality, the old house setting, and the chance to receive a reading tailored to your party.

Skip it if you want a traditional séance, a formal history tour, or a clearly timed one-hour activity. Before paying, confirm whether your booking is fully private, how long your party will actually receive with Marie, and whether a past-life reading costs extra.

My practical advice is simple: arrive with an open mind, but keep your judgment. Enjoy the stories, treat predictions as personal interpretation, and agree on boundaries before the cards come out. That approach gives you the best chance of a memorable New Orleans night without handing over control of your evening.

FAQ

Where does the experience begin?

It begins at NOLA Poboys, 908 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116. The group then walks about half a block to the house at 826 Bourbon Street.

Where does the experience end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The stated duration is approximately one to three hours. The house visit and reading are described as lasting about two hours, but the timing can vary.

What does the seance include?

It includes ghost stories, information about the house, spiritual readings, and tarot-based communication. It is not described as a traditional round-table séance with a crystal ball or Ouija board.

Is the experience private?

The activity is described as private, and the additional information says only your group will participate. Another detail says exclusivity may need to be requested, so confirm the group arrangement before booking.

Is the past-life reading included?

The past-life reading is presented as an optional activity. The available information does not clearly state whether it is included in the listed price, so ask Marie about any extra charge before accepting it.

What is included in the price?

Spiritual readings, one bottle of wine, and one bottle of water are included. Food, snacks, and other drinks purchased near the meeting point are not included.

Can children attend?

No. The minimum age is 18.

What happens if I need to cancel?

You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience begins. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted. If poor weather cancels the activity, you are offered another date or a full refund.