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Discover New Orleans' rich heritage and jazz tradition on a guided tour and check out some of the best jazz clubs and bars in town. Enjoy a beer as you take in live performances from local musicians.

Highlights

• Explore the roots of jazz in historic Tremé and Congo Square
• Walk through the French Quarter with a local music expert
• Visit a live music venue and enjoy a drink
• Support local musicians and venues with every booking
• Enjoy a small-group vibe with no more than 12 guests per tour

Description

Experience the vibrant soul of New Orleans jazz on this guided jazz walking tour through the historic French Quarter. Discover the origins of a uniquely American art form as you visit iconic jazz clubs, hear live jazz music from top local musicians, and explore the cultural heartbeat of the city. Begin your jazz tour at the legendary Congo Square, one of the earliest gathering places for enslaved people and free people of color. Learn about the roots of jazz history and hear stories of jazz greats like Louis Armstrong, whose legacy still echoes through the streets. Stroll through the Vieux Carré, uncovering hidden gems and historic venues along Bourbon Street and the French Market, where you might catch a street performance or a busker playing soulful tunes. Your guide will share insider tips on the best jazz bars, speakeasies, and live music venues to explore during your stay. Wrap up your jazz club crawl at one of the city's top venues, where you can relax with a drink and enjoy a live jazz performance in an intimate setting. Keep your eyes and ears open for spontaneous jazz jam sessions and impromptu street music, which make every night in New Orleans unforgettable.

Includes

Guided walking tour of the French Quarter Visit to Congo Square Live jazz music performances Entry to a jazz venue Local guide with jazz expertise Insider tips on jazz bars and music spots Drink (either alcoholic or non-alcoholic)

Important Information

• This tour is carbon neutral, operated by a B Corp-certified company committed to using travel as a force for good. This Certification measures a company’s social and environmental impacts and responsible tourism practices
• This is a walking tour that will cover approximately 14 blocks (or about 1.5 miles) on foot
• Participants under 21 years of age are not permitted to join this tour

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund