Tarot spreads guide

Tarot Spreads — All Layouts Explained

Explore every tarot spread available on Tarot Mania — from the classic Celtic Cross to the Lenormand Grand Tableau, Tree of Sephiroth, Twelve Houses, and more.

A tarot spread is the pattern in which cards are placed before a reading. Each position in the layout carries a distinct meaning that shapes how the card drawn is interpreted. Tarot Mania offers AI-powered readings for all major spreads in 30+ decks.

Free sessionFree Tarot ReadingClaim one free tarot reading session — shuffle 30+ decks, lay a classic or author spread, and receive a streamed AI interpretation.Learn more →Classic spreadCeltic CrossThe most trusted ten-card tarot spread — online, with a free session and AI interpretation.Learn more →Hidden DepthsMystery of the PriestessA nine-card spread shaped like the High Priestess, for the hidden background behind unclear events.Learn more →Kabbalistic spreadTree of SephirothA 33-card Thoth Kabbalah spread online — start with one free reading session.Learn more →Oracle spreadLenormandFree Lenormand reading session — Grand Tableau and nine-card portrait with AI interpretation.Learn more →Astrological spreadTwelve Houses — Solar ReturnA twelve-card spread mapped to your astrological houses, framed around your birthday year ahead.Learn more →Astrological spreadTwelve Houses — HoraryA twelve-card spread built on horary astrology, answering one focused question house by house.Learn more →Astrological spreadTwelve Houses — Partner CompatibilityA thirteen-card spread that compares two people across all twelve houses of the relationship.Learn more →Study toolTeaching ModeOpen any tarot deck face-up and manually drag cards to positions. Perfect for students, teachers, and anyone studying tarot card meanings.Learn more →

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Frequently asked questions about tarot spreads

  • What is a tarot spread?

    A tarot spread is the arrangement of cards in a reading. Each position has a pre-assigned meaning — for example, Past, Present, and Future in a three-card spread, or ten named positions in a Celtic Cross. The combination of card meaning and position meaning creates the interpretation.

  • Which tarot spread should a beginner use?

    Beginners often start with a simple three-card spread (Past / Present / Future) or the Celtic Cross. Tarot Mania guides you through every position and provides an AI interpretation, making complex spreads accessible even without prior tarot experience.

  • Can I do a free tarot spread reading online?

    Yes. Every new Tarot Mania account includes one free complete reading session. Choose any spread — Celtic Cross, Tree of Sephiroth, Lenormand, and more — shuffle your deck, and receive a streamed AI reading.

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