New Orleans Jazz History and Live Music Walking Tour
Description
Discover where jazz was born, explore the neighborhoods that shaped it, and experience New Orleans' best live music with a local expert.
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Step into the birthplace of jazz at Louis Armstrong Park, where the story of New Orleans music begins. Explore the historic Tremé neighborhood and discover how the rhythms, traditions, and cultures that came together here helped shape one of the world's most influential art forms
Stand in legendary Congo Square, where enslaved people and free people of color gathered to share music, dance, and traditions. Hear how these powerful cultural exchanges helped lay the foundations for jazz and shaped the sound of New Orleans.
Explore the historic French Quarter with a local music expert and uncover the people, places, and stories behind New Orleans' musical legacy. Along the way, discover hidden corners and local insights that bring the city's jazz heritage to life.
Go beyond the party scene to discover the musicians, venues, and musical collaborations that helped shape New Orleans' sound. Keep an eye out for spontaneous street performances that make every night in the city unique.
Your evening may lead to Frenchmen Street, New Orleans' legendary live music district. Rather than following a fixed route, your guide chooses the night's music stop based on where the most exciting performances are happening, making every tour a little different.
Settle in with a complimentary drink and experience live music selected by your guide for the night's standout performance. Whether it's a beloved local institution or an unexpected hidden gem, this is your chance to experience New Orleans' living music culture like a local.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Is this tour eco-friendly? This tour is carbon neutral and operated by a B Corp-certified company committed to using travel as a force for good.
- How much walking is involved? This walking tour covers approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) through Tremé, Congo Square, and the French Quarter. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Is this tour suitable for children? Participants must be 21 years or older due to venue requirements and the inclusion of an alcoholic beverage. Valid photo ID may be required.
- Will we hear live jazz music? Yes. The tour includes visits to authentic local music venues where you can enjoy live performances by talented New Orleans musicians. Venues and performers may vary.
- Do I need to know jazz to enjoy this tour? Not at all. Whether you're a jazz enthusiast or simply curious about New Orleans culture, your guide will bring the city's music, history, and neighborhoods to life in an engaging and accessible way.
- By joining this tour, you will be helping to contribute to the livelihoods of local musicians in the jazz clubs we visit, allowing them to earn a decent wage and continue doing what they love to do.
Reviews(600)
Kristi is great tour guide. She's native new orleans and very knowledgeable. Loved visiting different places listening to jazz and learning the history
Awesome! Christie was amazing!! So interesting
Hi Kammym, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We are proud of our commitment to employ local tour leaders for we believe that with their intimate knowledge of their region, culture and of course the best places to visit they really do serve to enhance the local experience. We have forwarded your comments to Christie's manager so you can be sure that Christie will receive the recognition she deserves. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future! Kind regards, Intrepid Urban Adventures Team
Christy was an incredible tour guide. You couldn't be in better hands to get to know the history and charm of New Orleans.
Kristi was amazing- very knowledgeable and friendly. She escorted us through the streets of New Orleans sharing history, culture and the history of jazz. So worth it!
This was an ideal tour to kick start my trip to New Orleans and the origins of Jazz. Adam was so knowledgeable and his passion for the subject obvious. The Jazz bars he chose were a great cross section of music in the city and I came away feeling informed and inspired.
Great tour, very heat friendly
Adam was our guide and absolutely incredible. He was so knowledgeable and fun to hang out with. I would highly recommend this tour especially with Adam to anyone visiting New Orleans or folks looking for something new to do in town
Adam was totally bitchin’! And I hope he does weddings soon.
Kristi Vickers. True love and personal knowledge of the are and the music!! Take her tour!!
Kristi vickers was excellent. So knowledgeable. And has a true love and knowledge of the music and history of New Orleans. Knew personally the bands we saw. Gave great advise on music for the rest of the week.
