New Orleans: Citywide Driving Tour with a Jazz Musician

St. Roch New Orleans, New Orleans



This 4-hour private or small group driving tour is meant to be a once in a lifetime experience as you can completely customize your tour, and enjoy a truly personalized view of New Orleans.

New Orleans Customized Private or Small Group City Tour

This half-day private or small group tour covers key New Orleans neighborhoods and landmarks in approximately 4 hours, ideal for families and friends seeking a personalized experience.

Highlights

  • Garden District with Movie and TV show houses
  • St. Louis #3 Cemetery
  • City Park and Cafe Du Monde
  • Musicians Village and Hurricane Katrina sites
  • Marigny and Bywater neighborhoods

Description

During this 4-hour tour, you will explore New Orleans in a comfortable vehicle with some walking to photograph murals using a 24MP 4K camera. The tour visits historic neighborhoods and landmarks including the French Quarter, Treme, Garden District, City Park, St. Louis #3 Cemetery, Marigny and Bywater, Musicians Village, Creole Millionaires Row, Uptown Mansions and Tulane University, Faubourg St. John, and Lake Pontchartrain.

A stop for beignets at Cafe Du Monde is included midway through the tour. As local jazz musicians, your guides share deep knowledge of New Orleans history, culture, and music, providing an insider perspective unavailable on large group tours.

The tour can be customized to your interests, whether focused on food, architecture, African American history, jazz, ghost folklore, or murals. This tailored approach ensures a unique understanding of the city.

Includes

  • Three beignets from Cafe Du Monde in City Park per guest
  • Museum tickets
  • Transportation throughout the tour

Excludes

  • Lunch

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available if cancelled up to 24 hours in advance.

Book early to secure your preferred date and time. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a camera to capture the distinctive sights of New Orleans.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour covers the Garden District, Marigny, Bywater, French Quarter, Treme, and Musicians Village neighborhoods in New Orleans.
A professional jazz musician guides the tour, providing local insights and musical background relevant to New Orleans.
The tour lasts approximately four hours, combining driving and walking for photo opportunities and site visits.
Yes, the tour is available as a private or small group experience tailored to your interests in New Orleans.
Key historic sites include the St. Louis #3 Cemetery, Hurricane Katrina sites, Cafe Du Monde, and landmarks in the French Quarter and Treme.
Yes, guests will walk briefly at select stops for photography and closer views of landmarks.
Musicians Village and neighborhoods like Treme are part of the tour, highlighting New Orleans’ rich musical heritage.
It’s recommended to book ahead to secure your preferred date and group size for the citywide driving tour.
The tour visits spots like Cafe Du Monde where you can purchase refreshments, but these are not included in the tour price.
Check the official booking website for up-to-date hours, availability, and any seasonal schedule changes.

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