No, you cannot go inside the LaLaurie Mansion. Located in New Orleans’ French Quarter, it is a private residence and not open to the public. Despite its age (the building was built in 1832), it has maintained a dark reputation due to its past history of torture and pain inflicted upon slaves by Madame Delphine LaLaurie. It first gained notoriety when an alleged fire broke out on April 10, 1834—a result of local citizens attempting to rescue slaves trapped within the mansion walls after learning that LaLaurie had been performing cruel experiments on them. Since then, stories have circulated about hauntings, strange noises emanating from within the house at night, and other supernatural events associated with this infamous location. While visits are not allowed inside the home today (and we definitely don't recommend trying!), those looking for a glimpse of horror can do so from across Royal Street where they will be able to observe what remains one of New Orleans' most notorious locations: The LaLaurie Mansion