This was such a cool tour. Jeffrey is extremely knowledgeable and keeps the tour interesting and fast paced. We booked the Anne Rice tour and that day we were the only people who did, so we basically got a private tour! If you're looking for a more unique, smaller tour than the bigger companies can offer, go with Strange, True Tours, you won't regret it! read more

Jeffrey is amazing! We have done 3 tours with him over our last two visits to New Orleans. As someone who grew up a quick drive north, I truly thought that no tour guide could impress me after all of the time I've spent in the city. I was wrong! All of Jeffrey's tours are fun, informative, and niche. Not only that, but his recommendations are always on point, and he's just a super cool guy! We will go with his company every time. Thanks so much for the awesome adventures! read more

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Took a tour earlier this week and loved it! So much historical and well researched information that we have never heard before. We have taken a few tours of the quarter and this was by far the best. A definite must- read more

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The Anne Rice Tour with Jeffery was very fun and informative.

About a year and a half ago, my then-boyfriend and I were in New Orleans and took the Strange True tour with Jeffrey. It was a small group (5 people), and we loved it. I had been to New Orleans several times and taken a few of those big-name tours, so I thought I was going to get a lot of redundant information, but we didn't. Not only was the content great, but Jeffrey was a great storyteller and if you had any questions, he had answers. I could tell immediately that he enjoyed his job and actually cared about being a good storyteller, unlinke some other tour guides that I've had who were just going through the motions. Fast forward a year and a half, and then-boyfriend is now my husband, and we were back in New Orleans for our honeymoon! I decided to book us on their bike tour, the cemetary tour, and the ghost tour. All of them were fantastic. And this time, we met Jeffrey's wife, and she gave us the cemetary tour. She's just as good of a storyteller as Jeffrey, and we got to watch her yell at someone who was writing "XXX" on Marie Leavau's tomb. (You shouldn't do it, it's disrespectful. And a felony.) The bike tour was lots of fun, and we got to see areas of the city close to the French Quarter but a bit beyond walking distance. The ghost tour was interesting, and the only tour of the three this time that had other people on it. Being the night before Halloween, there were more people on the tour than normal - but it was still only a group of 10 people! We were walking by groups of 30ish people, and I can't imagine trying to deal with that many people while trying to jockey for good position to hear the story. Blah! I have no idea how Jeffrey can afford to keep his groups so small, but I'm glad he makes it a priority - it really adds to the enjoyment of the couple hours you'll be spending with him. If you're still on the fence....just take one of his damn tours already. You won't regret it. read more

We had SO much fun on this tour! We booked for Hallowe'en day, bright and early and showed up (of course) in costume. Our tour guide was a woman with a huge love for NOLA and that really shone through. She wore a big billowing cape and made us feel right at home in our costumes! Although the tour was a cemetery tour, she took us around NOLA a little bit first so we had some context and background of the city and its architecture. Upon reaching the cemetery we saw that there were tons of other tour groups there - our guide was great at ushering us around and through the maze of narrow passageways to give us the most personal experience possible. Bestie and I had an amazing time doing this tour, both being totally crazy about tours like this! Even though we didn't see any ghosts, this definitely deserves five spooky stars! read more

I felt actual pity for the other tour groups I saw with 25+ shuffling people crammed together like human cattle - with boring guides just phoning in a standard spiel. For example, while Jeffrey gave us a 5-8 minute story at Nicolas Cage's tomb in St Louis # 1, another group came by and the tour guide said exactly this: "Here's Nick Cage's tomb" as she pointed, then walked on. No backstory, no heart. They didn't even stop moving! Jeffrey is an AMAZING tour guide - his company is not an overgrown corporate behemoth like many of the other options. Look for small groups and VERY detailed, interesting tales. He covers everything, and does so with real enthusiasm and expertly crafted storytelling which keeps you interested the whole journey. He does NOT fill his tales with made-up BS to "spice it up", reality is plenty spicy just as it is! Our "Strange True" tour of St Louis Cemetery # 1 is something I would put on every mandatory "must do" list for NOLA - period! read more

The "Strange True New Orleans" tour was fantastic. Jeffrey obviously loves this city, has a passion for history, and is a born story-teller. It's a very entertaining and fascinating tour. Some of my pals were too tired/disinterested to come along, but I'm SO glad I was brave enough to go without my posse. This is NOT those horrible giant group of bored tourists walking in and out of bars type tours. You can tell Jeffrey has enough stories that he could talk continuously for several days. This is a GREAT way to get a feel for the city and its people. And he's genuinely interested in making sure you have a great time while here...definitely take this tour at the BEGINNING of your trip, because Strange True Tours is a great resource. Also, VERY reasonably priced. Great fun. Make sure it's part of any trip to New Orleans! read more

We did the walking tour through the French Quarter with Jeffrey. He was awesome. You could tell he was extremely knowledgeable and even more passionate. It was a small group, and that was perfect. Far more intimate, personal, and practical too. Every time we passed another tour group, I felt glad we'd chosen Strange True. The other ones looked like sheep herders trying to control their oversized flock and keep them entertained with thinly-spread attention. I also appreciated how Jeffrey doesn't put on some big, loud act. The other tour guides we saw just seemed obnoxious and annoying. If you want to do any kind of ghost tour through the French Quarter, this is the one. My initial research pointed to it, and our experience confirmed it. read more

Of course, I was in interested in this tour due to its content. And the several great reviews helped too! Met Jeffrey outside Antoine's Annex on Tuesday night, and he said he'd wait a few minutes for any walk-ups. No one else showed up by 7, so we ended up getting a private tour! That's pretty awesome. Jeffrey was very personable, witty, and informative. Great at relaying the gritty history of the French Quarter. My husband and I loved it. We also thought it was awesome that we were enjoying our adult beverages while sitting on the steps of the Supreme Court. Yeah...in what other city could you get away with that?? And our beverages of choice were The Jester and a Huge A$$ Beer...not subtle at ALL, haha!! Jeffrey also doesn't take any BS from the musicians across the street from where the tour ends (at Royal Orleans). They sounded good, but my first priority was hearing the tour, so I appreciated that. We definitely see New Orleans in a different light after our tour...really not a "romantic" history! But very intriguing! read more

I had a wonderful time learning about the "Strange but True" history of New Orleans. Jeffrey was full of knowledge of all the more "candid" tales that are way more fun to learn about. I would recommended this tour to anyone interested in a more detailed history of the origins of New Orleans, the French Quarter and surrounding areas. Thank you Jeffrey! read more

A friend recommended to me and now I recommend to you!. Jeffrey was awesome. Also it is a smaller tour group (5-10) which is great so you get to hear everything and ask questions. My bf and I took the cemetery tour which was very interesting. Definitely got more out of it than we would have had we gone alone. I will try out his other tours the next time I am in town. read more

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Cemetery of the Dead Tour ($20 per person): This was a tour of St. Louis Cemetery #1. Despite a couple of hiccups (we visited New Orleans during Tropical Storm Lee and the cemetery was shut down twice when we tried to attend the tour) this was a great tour when the gates were finally unlocked. Jeffrey was knowledgeable, interesting, well-spoken and passionate. He told us some great stories about some of the people in New Orleans as well as some of the history of New Orleans itself. I would highly recommend taking this tour instead of going to the cemetery by oneself because Jeffrey really added life to what we were seeing. read more

Just finished the bike tour and I could not be more satisfied it was about 3 and half hours long and not strenuous at all. Jeffery is so knowledgable about the city of new orleans it is almost overwhelming! He is a historian as well as his wife and they definitely love sharing there knowledge with others. You can tell they are passionate about what they do! This is a definite must go!!! read more

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My friend and I went on the cemetery tour and loved it! The morning of the tour, my friend and I were kind of dragging because we stayed up really late on bourbon and we contemplated just skipping it. By the time the tour finished, we were wide awake and happy we didn't miss it after all. I think I forgot about my hangover within 5 mins of the tour starting, it's that interesting. We met up with the tour group about 30 mins before it began right outside of Antoine's. We walked over to Saint Louis Cemetery #1, which was several blocks away. The walk wasn't too long and the weather was perfect. We started off with a history of New Orleans, the cemetery, and why they use above ground tombs(it's not the reason you've always been told). We then went and looked at some of the more famous graves, society tombs, and interesting historical figures. Jeffrey definitely knows his history and had some really great stories to tell. I love it when people enjoy what they do and are so enthusiastic that it makes you feel the same way too. read more

We were in New Orleans for the first time. So we booked two different tours (Saturday and Sunday) with Strange True Tours to get acquainted with the city. And Jeffrey and Christopher gave us a great education. The Strange But True Tour and the Cemetery Tour were chock full of the history and color of NOLA. Jeffrey, an artist, and Christopher, a political journalist, are passionate about their city and offered a panoramic view of all that is New Orleans. They made the city come alive for us and made our visit more memorable. If you want to see some of the highlights of the French Quarter and learn the history of NOLA, then Strange True tours is a must. read more

What a wonderful French Quarter tour we had with Jeffrey. His passion for NOLA is so evident. We had a crazy bunch from NJ and he was more than willing to work with us, to keep us laughing, to keep us in the shade and to go with our vibe! I would not hesitate for a moment to recommend this tour to either a seasoned NOLA veteran or a first timer. Our group was small which is so important in the FQ. We all felt that personal touch. Thanks again, Jeffrey!! read more

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What a fun and informative tour. A friend recommended Jeffrey and Jane to show us the true history of the city. Our walking tour through the French Quarter the first day we came into town with Jane was amazing. Her knowledge and love for the city was incredible. She catered the tour to include subjects we were interested in as well as adding so much more. She taught us about how the city came to be what it is today, the architecture, cemeteries, prostitution, burlesque, the fires that burnt down most of the city, and so much more. We loved the tour so much we went on a bicycle tour with Jeffrey a couple of days later when he was working with Buzz Nola Bike Tours. Both tours are a must. read more

We started our vacation out with this tour - it was an awesome start to our trip! Jeffrey is an avid researcher on anything he talks about and it clearly shows in his tour. There are actually a couple tours he offers - we did both and loved each. Take the time to talk to Jeffrey about other tidbits not on the tour and you won't be disappointed (if you are a JFK buff, you will absolutely want to talk to him and the NOLA connection to his death). He even ofers the PG and PG-13/R rated versions of his tour depending on the audience. read more

Jeff and the Strange True Tour were great. We signed up for the Ghost Tour, but we really wanted to do the Strange True Tour (which we could not make it to at the ordinary time). Since my wife and I were the only ones there Jeff was happy to take us on whichever tour we wanted and included some extra details based on our interests. We learned a lot of cool stuff and he made some great recommendations about New Orleans. read more

We took the walking tour around the French Quarter. This was such a good experience. The tour is 90 minutes long and although you don't actually walk that far, the route makes you feel like you've covered some ground. Jeffery is a skilled storyteller and does a great job of answering questions and is very personable. Highly recommend! read more

We took 2 tours through a travelzoo deal - the first was the French quarter tour with Jeffrey and it was awesome. It was a cold night, but his stories were so entertaining that we didn't even mind walking around (plus you can drink in public if you need a little booze to warm your blood). It was my second time in NOLA and I was glad we took the tour because I learned so many interesting things that I missed the first time around. Being from a tourist city myself, I usually think of those walking tours as dorky but it really does make you appreciate the city more when you know more about it's history. I was excited for the cemetery tour the next day, but unfortunately this was a bit of a let down (this time it was with Jeffrey's wife and while she was informative she wasn't as entertaining or funny - Jeffrey sets the bar high). I was also a little bummed that she didn't share any cool ghost stories or even dish on some of the famous legends - her tour was much more based on facts but I was at least hoping for some voodoo stories (luckily we got this at the Voodoo Museum later). So I highly recommend this, but make sure to get the tour with Jeffrey because he rocks! read more

As a New Orleans local I must say I am addicted to Strange True Tours! I have had the pleasure of taking a Cemetery tour, Bike tour, Strange True tour and JFK-Oswald tour with Strange True Tours! Every tour brings to life the colorful characters and historical figures that have helped shape New Orleans. When you take a tour with Strange True Tours you aren't just a number that someone is trying to squeeze onto a sidewalk. Jeffrey and his guides engage with you throughout the tour as they expertly weave historical facts in a way that constantly entertains the listener. I have been sending friends and visitors to Strange True Tours for a number of years and look forward to contenting the practice as I know Strange True Tours will deliver every time! read more

I went to New Orleans for the sole purpose of going on this tour. It was lovely and totally worth the train ride filled with loud Carbondale high schoolers. I LOVED the tour, the guide, and I can't wait to go on his cemetery tour next time I go to NOLA. Jeffrey knew so much history about New Orleans and the French Quarter. I wished the tour lasted longer. He was an amazing narrator. It was so refreshing to be able to tell by his enthusiasm that he loves his city. The tour was at 7 pm, the perfect time (most comfortable) to go out and about, and we even got to see an evening street parade. So fun! Note: Poor Cathy B., the only one to leave a negative review. She obviously got confused and left a review for another tour she went on. There was absolutely nothing boring about this tour. Bless her heart. read more

What a great tour! Jeffrey was a fantastic guide. I really enjoyed the information he shared and his no nonsense approach was greatly appreciated. The guy really knows his stuff. Well worth the price. I am excited to go on The Women of New Orleans History tour next time I'm in New Orleans. I highly recommend this tour to any adult wanting to learn about the real history of NOLA. read more

My partner and I enjoyed the Women of New Orleans tour that we took with Jeffery, the owner and guide of Strange True Tours. The tour was different from the usual sightseeing tours of buildings and churches. Jeffery told us of the brave, strong New Orleans women such as Ella Brennan, Ruby Bridges, Leah Chase, Marie Laveau, and more who emerged from the domineering shadows of men and racial discrimination during the1700's to present day. It was an educational tour with a very knowledgeable guide. read more

Jeffrey gives an amazing tour of the French Quarter! Not only is he knowledgable about the area, but he's funny and captivating as well. My partner and I had a blast during the tour and couldn't have asked for a better guide. If you're looking for an enjoyable, educational, and adult tour of the quarter, this is definitely the one for you. We enjoyed our guide so much, next time we go, we'll have to redo this tour! read more

My husband and I had been in town for almost a week and had seen other tour groups go by, but those tours looked pretty boring - we're so glad we chose this one! We went on the cemetery tour, and it was the most interesting tour we'd been on - in ANY city. Jeffrey is a fantastic tour guide, with so much knowledge and a real love for the city. We found out so much about the history of New Orleans, much more than just the cemetery itself. It was really fascinating, and we were so sorry when it was over. We highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city - you will get your money's worth and then some! read more

Rev Jefferey was an awesome tour guide. The experience felt very personal and not like the typical huge crowd following one guide. He knew his history and the city of New Orleans very well. We did the ghost tour on a monday night. The presentation of his ghost stories and the haunted houses as his backdrop just made his stories even better. We had run into a bunch of walking tours and I just feel bad for them because the groups were huge with one guide trying to convey the haunting vibe of the French Quarter. I felt like small groups just make the stories even better. Strange True Tours rely heavily on word of mouth and not brochures. I would really recommend them to anybody. read more

Took Jeffrey's Ghosts & Lore of New Orleans tour this evening. I loved that it's a small intimate group, unlike the other crowded tours we saw with a couple dozen people. It was very interesting and entertaining. Jeffrey has lots of cool tales to tell. Some true, but nearly all STRANGE. Right up my alley! He was fantastic! read more

Jeffery is obviously passionate about what he does. The Women of New Orleans walking tour was funny, informative and really sparked my interest in learning more about these pioneers in feminism! Went right out and bought a book to follow up. Will FOR SURE take another Strange True Tour my next time in town. read more

I booked this tour for my cousins Bachelorette party of 9 girls. Our tour guide was "Loki" and he was as awesome as he was animated. His family has been in NOLA since the 1800's so he knows EVERYTHING. It was a perfect tour because not only did they allow us to have our own private tour but we could ask questions and make it our own spin on the adult/haunted/strange tour! We stopped into the oldest brothel, some bars to beat the rain and got all the history on old NOLA including the American Horror Story house. This is definitely the company to go with if you want a small private tour tailored to your liking!!! read more

We took the Strange True walking tour through the French Quarter with Jeffrey and had a great time. The group was small (only five people) which was awesome. Jeffrey has extremely knowledgeable and is a great story teller. While this was the only tour we took, others in our group had taken the cemetery tour with him and had great things to say. I would definitely recommend his tour and will not hesitate to book another tour with him the next time I'm in New Orleans. read more

Got this as a two-for-one on Groupon and it wasn't even worth that. My friend and I tried really hard to get into this tour but it just wasn't gonna happen. The stories weren't interesting and the guide just wasn't entertaining. Maybe we should have taken the City of the Dead tour instead. read more

Great information, very entertaining. A drink and walking shoes are recommended. You cover a lot of ground, both on foot and through stories. Plenty of knowledge to answer any questions you may have as well. read more

This was our first tour on our first visit to New Orleans. Fantastic way to start the week. It was just the two of us and the guide. She gave us lessons in history, politics, architecture, celebrity gossip and burial rituals. It helped to better understand everything else we saw in this wonderful city. Highly recommend advance reservations. Our guide even answered questions for folks doing their own self guided tours. Friendly, knowledgeable and accessible. What more could you ask for? read more

Jeffery was our tour guide for the cemetery tour and he was very knowledgeable about the history of the city and its people. Fans of "American Horror Story" and "Treme" (as well fun Nick Cage stories) will love his info about the locations around the city where key moments were filmed. Obviously a historian and not a guy with a tour guide license that memorized some stories. "Nerding out" about new pieces of information that have become available about historical figures is what you want in a guide! He and his wife (also a guide) have strong ties to the city. She has relatives buried in the very cemetery we visited. While we were walking a resident on the street yelled behind us that we were in good hands with Jeffery. His deep appreciation of how New Orleans is a melting pot and full of different kids of people was great. Spreading the gospel of open mindedness and embracing all. If we'd had more time we would have booked their PG-13 tour about the adult subjects that he couldn't cover in our tour. read more

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Awesome tour! I read all of the reviews and Jeffrey was not a let down! We were sad that we did not get to do the ghost tour but the strange true tour was awesome. We will have to do the ghost tour next time. read more

We took a friend from out of state to this tour when she visited. Even as a native New Orleanian I learned A LOT from Jeffrey's tour. I thought he was amusing, informative and very personable. In addition I think he gave a lot of great stories about this wonderful city. We went on the s read more

We went to Nola for the second part of our honeymoon in June 2017. THIS WAS THE HIGHLIGHT! We went to the first tour meetup and we were instantly hooked. We then booked about four more. I'm not kidding. At least four. The Kennedy/Oswald tour was my favorite. Oh my gosh. DO THAT ONE. Jeffrey will blow your mind with his knowledge of NOLA and the world in general. His love for this place SHINES through with his character, charisma, information, and energy. He will engage you on any subject (we asked him about the political atmosphere in NOLA)and it is fun! He has seen and done a lot in NOLA and other places, so if you're lucky enough to have a small group, engage him! He will definitely engage your attention and thoughts! Any time we talk about visiting NOLA, Strange True Tours and Jeffrey is always first on the list! read more