New Orleans Jazz Tour with Live Music and a Beer

Overview

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.’

City: New Orleans

Mon 09 Jun

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Mon 09 Jun

Starting at $60.56

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What's Included

Tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay

Visit Louis Armstrong Park and discover historical origins of jazz

Enjoy some Live Music with a beverage (either alcoholic or non-alcoholic)

Friendly Local English-speaking music lover and a guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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.

What To Expect

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.

The Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts

We will pass by the Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts located in Louis Armstrong Park in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was named after gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, who was born in New Orleans.

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!

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.

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.

Preservation Hall

Passing by the historic music venue Preservation Hall in the French Quarter working to protect, preserve and perpetuate the spirit of traditional New Orleans jazz.

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.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (366)

566tyg

Dec 2018

This tour was hands down the highlight of my trip. Our tour guide Rene was absolutely amazing! Rene is very knowledge and personable, he really made our experience great. I went on the tour by myself and by the end our the tour it was like we all knew each other for years! Would recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting New Orleans and if you luckily have Rene as a tour guide, you are in for a pleasant evening.

Response from Host

Dec 2018

We are so glad to hear we were a part of your great time here in NOLA! Thank you for touring with us

Mihails S

Sep 2018

Thanks to a great storyteller and our guide Kiazer, who made a great job telling the history of New Orleans, music and people. Well educated and easygoing person gave all his attention to every single guest answering on all possible questions and sharing great tips about New Orleans.

New Orleans Jazz Tour with Live Music and a Beer is one of the best tours that you can have in New Orleans and it gives you a great possibility to see another side of the city, beyond Bourbon street.

Sofia O

Mar 2024

Interesting facts, sure, but not so committed guide. The big disappointment. was that we didn't go into a place where they played good jazz, because there weren't seats for everyone. There were 6 of us in the group including the guide. He could have asked if we could stand.. or pre-booked? The guide instead took us to another club where there was seating, but it was more like rock music. Not bad, but we all expected jazz. It would have been good if he pre-booked a table so we could get value for money. Most of the group went home before the tour ended. It would have made a difference if we had come to the right club.