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The Mortuary Haunted Mansion

4800 Canal St · New Orleans, LA

Why you should go…

The Mortuary Haunted Mansion operates inside a mansion built in 1872 that served as an actual mortuary for about 80 years. During Halloween season the building becomes a themed haunted house with rooms built around characters such as a murderous Alice in Wonderland and vampire pirates. Outside of Halloween season the property also operates as the Mystere Mansion event venue and Mystere Escape Rooms.

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  • #history
  • #escape room
  • #spooky

Good to know

General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

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