Few cities rival New Orleans’ nightlife thanks to its thrilling music scene. From authentic dixieland to big brass and every other jazz style in between, live music options are endless in the city that gave birth to the coolest genre in music. Hear about the origins and culture of jazz before making your way to the 19th century neighborhood that boasts the best music and bars in town. We’ll visit a few of our favorite local clubs, enjoy a beer and discover the talents of some of the city’s best local musicians. There’s nothing quite like a night out in ‘The Big Easy.’
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
✔  Visit Louis Armstrong Park and discover historical origins of jazz
✔  Follow your guide to their favorite watering hole frequented by locals and tourists alike.
✔  Enjoy some Live Music with a beverage (either alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
✔  Friendly Local English-speaking music lover and a guide
✖  Additional drinks
✖  Food
✖  Tips/gratuities for your guide and the musicians
Departure & Return
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Louis Armstrong Park (Entrance to the park, under archway), 701 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA 70116

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Itinerary
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Louis Armstrong Park Our music tour of New Orleans begins just outside the French Quarter at the historic and beautiful Louis Armstrong Park in the Tremé neighborhood. Within the park, we will talk about the historical origins of jazz and discuss one of the jazz greats, Armstrong himself.

Duration:  35 minutes

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Congo Square We’ll explore the area originally known as Congo Square – one of the first locations in the city where enslaved people and free people of color were allowed to gather and socialize. You’ll hear about jazz’s origins, resulting from a rich mix of cultures in a single city, which combined West African and Caribbean sounds with European musical influences – giving us this uniquely American artform.

Duration:  15 minutes

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From here, we will head into the Vieux Carre, or the French Quarter, and you’ll hear about the origins and culture of jazz while making your way through the oldest neighborhood in NOLA, all while seeing some notable historic sites. Your guide will have chosen a special route for you that evening- to ensure the best music is heard.

Duration:  10 minutes

4
Bourbon Street Along one possible route, we’ll share the history of Bourbon Street and the residential and commercial places where blues and jazz collaborators came to make incredible music. We may even catch a busker performing at the historic French Market!

Duration:  30 minutes

5
Frenchmen Street Or your guide may chose to head to the famous Frenchmen Street, the largest concentration of live music venues in the city. Whatever path is taken, you’ll find yourself at a great Jazz/Music Spot, and your guide will take you inside to listen and enjoy the local scene.

Duration:  30 minutes

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French Quarter Either way, by being with a local, you’ll learn all about the neighborhood, how to make the most of your time here, and the music culture and how it operates in the Clubs and venues. And to top it off, you will receive a drink on us at one of the stops and you’re very welcome to purchase additional beverages as and when you want them.

Duration:  30 minutes

Additional info
•  Public transportation options are available nearby
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
•  Travelers under 21 years of age are not permitted to join this tour.
•  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.
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Price:
From $60.56
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
2.5 hours
Guide in:
English   
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.