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

Sat 04 Oct

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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)

JohnE_M

Mar 2025

Very informative! Our guide was fantastic! She knew the area well and was very knowledgeable about the history of New Orleans

Mary_J

Mar 2025

Met at the park she did give an ok history of jazz from the park we assumed we’d be going to/ from at least 3-4 venues no- went to the park, walked around for a very long time and only went to 1 oh and while at the park- we were interrupted by some female in a mask, w/ a friend recording the incident, interrupting everything. it would have been nice to be given a proper description - history at the Square, 1 jazz club and a drink- which we could have done ourselves with google.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Hello Mary, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're disappointed to learn of your experience and would appreciate the opportunity to discuss it further with you. A member of our Customer Care Team will be reaching out to you soon to address your concerns. We value your input and look forward to resolving this matter.

jenniferhA720PK

Feb 2025

Our tour guide Val was very knowledgeable about New Orleans and its history. We thought there would be more of a focus on the history of New Orleans jazz and more time in different clubs (that part was less than 1 hour).