Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of New Orleans jazz on this engaging tour. Explore Armstrong Park, discover the origins of jazz, and experience the best of the city’s music scene.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of New Orleans jazz on this engaging tour. Explore Armstrong Park, discover the origins of jazz, and experience the best of the city’s music scene.
- Louis Armstrong Park - Join your guide on a tour of this fascinating park celebrating all things Jazz! Along the way, you’ll learn about its name-sake and how he helped craft the sounds of jazz, see a variety of sculptures, monuments, and historic buildings, and possibly even hear some live jazz played by one of New Orleans’ famous street…
- Louis Armstrong Park - Join your guide on a tour of this fascinating park celebrating all things Jazz! Along the way, you’ll learn about its name-sake and how he helped craft the sounds of jazz, see a variety of sculptures, monuments, and historic buildings, and possibly even hear some live jazz played by one of New Orleans’ famous street musicians or local musical groups.
- Congo Square - A park within a park, Congo Square, is incredibly historically significant to both African American history and to jazz music. Your guide will fill you in on how this Square came to be and all of the incredible music that we can appreciate today because of the men and women who gathered here.
- The Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts - This is the hub of all things performing arts in New Orleans - from ballet to opera to touring Broadway shows. As you pass by, your guide will fill you in on Mahalia Jackson’s illustrious gospel career and the building’s history (especially after Hurricane Katrina).
- Local guide
- Includes 1 beer, wine, or cocktail
- Local guide
- Includes 1 beer, wine, or cocktail
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- Souvenirs or personal shopping
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- Souvenirs or personal shopping
Embark on this unique tour of New Orleans music scene! We named Armstrong Park in honor of one of the world’s top jazz performers and a true icon of New Orleans, Louis Armstrong. Learn about how jazz was born through the rich cultural diversity of a single city, blending West African and Caribbean sounds with European music – resulting in this distinct…
Embark on this unique tour of New Orleans music scene! We named Armstrong Park in honor of one of the world’s top jazz performers and a true icon of New Orleans, Louis Armstrong. Learn about how jazz was born through the rich cultural diversity of a single city, blending West African and Caribbean sounds with European music – resulting in this distinct American musical style. But that’s not all! Your local tour guide will animate jazz history, choosing a meticulously planned route to experience the city’s thriving music scene at its best. You might pass by the enduring Preservation Hall and the historic French Market or visit the infamous Frenchman Street, home to the city’s most dynamic live music venues. You can even enjoy a complimentary drink on us! Regardless of your musical tastes, you’re sure to finish this tour with a renewed recognition for American music, famous New Orleans personas, and the musical genius of jazz.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
