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Louis Armstrong and Jazz Private Walking Tour with Concert

Overview
Discover the legacy of acclaimed jazz musician Louis Armstrong in New York City, the Jazz Capital of America. Discover the history of jazz, learn about Armstrong’s personal life and musical career. Extended option: get ticket for a jazz concert!

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: Louis Armstrong and Jazz Tour
Join this tour to discover the legacy of Louis Armstrong in NYC, and see highlights such as Carnegie Hall, Hudson Theatre and Birdland Jazz Club.

3-hour: Louis Armstrong and Jazz Tour & Jazz Concert
Join this tour to receive jazz concert tickets and discover the legacy of Louis Armstrong in NYC. See highlights such as Carnegie Hall, Hudson Theatre and Birdland Jazz Club.

New York is known as the Jazz Capital of America thanks to the legends like the brilliant trumpeter and vocalist Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong. Join us on this exclusive jazz-themed tour to see famous jazz venues and learn about the personal life.
City: New York City
Sun 06 Apr
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Starting at $192.90
Sun 06 Apr
Starting at $192.90
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What's Included
(number of attractions depends on the selected option)
Tickets for the evening jazz concert (3-hour option only)
Expert commentary on jazz history
Facts and anecdotes about Louis Armstrong
Private Walking Tour about Louis Armstrong and jazz history with concert tickets
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
Additional Info
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Please check your email the day before the tour in order to receive important information.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. Jazz concert is not included in the 2-hour option.
  • For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
  • The jazz concert included in the 3-hour option is a separate attraction from the tour, so the guide will not accompany you at the venue. Concerts usually start in the evening between 5:30-8 PM. The concert program and venue depends on the size of the group, day, time and availability, but we will always consider your best experience when booking the tickets. You can find the exact time and place of the concert on your concert ticket attached to the email.
What To Expect
1
Jazz at Lincoln Center
Begin in front of Jazz at Lincoln Center, which is one of New York’s hottest jazz venues, known for great acoustics and performances by top jazz musicians. Receive tickets for an evening jazz concert after your walking tour. In many ways, New York City is the center of the jazz world, providing a platform for the living legends as well as the stars of tomorrow. This option includes tickets for a concert at one of the city’s top jazz venues. Learn about jazz history during the day and experience an intimate live jazz performance in the evening. Your private guide will take you on a journey through the history of jazz and share interesting facts and anecdotes about Armstrong, including excerpts from his daily life in Queens, the creation of his greatest hits, his friendships with other jazz legends, etc.
2
Carnegie Hall
From there, you will head to Seventh Avenue to see Carnegie Hall, a legendary music hall where Louis Armstrong performed several times. This is also where, in 1912, James Reese Europe and his Clef Club Orchestra presented the monumental Concert of Negro Music. All places visited from the outside
3
Times Square
Follow down the avenue to see famous Broadway theaters like the Winter Garden Theatre and the dazzling Times Square.
4
Hudson Theatre
You will see the historic Hudson Theatre, which hosted the 1929 production of "Hot Chocolates" that Armstrong starred in. The tour will end at the prestigious Birdland Jazz Club.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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