Nola Historical Urban Culture City Tour

Experience the authentic history, traditions, and culture of New Orleans on the NOLA Urban Culture Tour. Explore iconic places, learn about historical events, and enjoy the best tour ride in the city. Suitable for all ages.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Treme - Learn about Treme’s pivotal role in the civil rights movement and its significance as America’s oldest black community.and Birthplace of Jazz
    Immerse yourself in the rhythms of Treme as you stroll past live music venues and hear stories about jazz legends.

  • Congo Square - Learn about the diverse cultural influences that converged here, from African rhythms to Creole traditions.
    Hear stories of the enslaved individuals who gathered in this space to share their music, dance, and culture.

  • Studio Be - You have the opportunity to observe some New Orleans most beautiful mural

What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
Additional Information

Since 2017, founder Dennis M. has taken tourists on the ride of a lifetime with his red-carpet tours that give you the real deal of New Orleans.

Visitors will be entertained and educated in true New Orleans fashion. 2nd Line Tours offers unique opportunities to explore New Orleans’s authentic history, deep rooted traditions and one-of-a-kind culture.

Providing guests with the black experience, we highlight moments in history that make NOLA what it is today. Mix that in with some spirits, fun, and energy, and it’s no wonder people name us the best tour ride in the city.

The tour features some of the most unique and iconic places like Congo Square the Birthplace of Jazz, Antebellum Slave Quarters, Musicians Village, Treme The Oldest African-American Neighborhood, Lower Ninth Ward: Hurricane Katrina Aftermath as well as historical events which includes the Civil Rights Trail: much much more.

Tours are suitable for all ages.

Location
Adventures in New Orleans
Canal Street
The meeting point is 414 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 in between the intersection of Tchoupitoulas Street and Canal st meeting 30 minutes prior to the tour to Check in
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lashanti_w
Aug 25, 2024
Great experience - Great experience! The tour gives a deep insight of the history of New Orleans. We learned a lot about the city and the history behind it
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Anita_p
Aug 24, 2024
2nd Line Tours was the best! - Our guide & driver Jay of 2nd Lines Tour was VERY knowledgeable of New Orleans history and culture! All of the little known facts added to our experience!
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Bernetta_c
Aug 18, 2024
Best tour - The Nola historical urban culture tour is the best experience and something everyone needs to do when visiting New Orleans. Great tour guide!
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783natea
Aug 10, 2024
Amazing Urban City Tour - The Urban City Tour was the best and our guide, Jay, was absolutely fantastic! Very knowledgeable! I learned so much. Very professional company. Very prompt. Very comfortable air conditioned mini bus.
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Toni_c
Aug 6, 2024
Best Tour - Great tour of NOLA. Learned a lot about the culture and history of a great American city. Thank you for taking us to see the 9th Ward and witnessing Katrina’s devastation first hand. My people are resilient and we know how to make it. Thank you Jay for being a great tour guide and restaurant recommendations. We had great time.
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Lalita_w
Jul 30, 2024
HISTORY- FANTASTIC! - This tour was amazing! Jay was very passionate about his city and was very informative. I learned so much on this tour- thank you Jay. We were fortunate enough to meet Ms. Leona Tate and it was my daughter’s 21st birthday - what an honor!! When I come back to NOLA will definitely take this tour again.
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Kourtni_b
Jul 27, 2024
Best History Tour Ever! - My friend and I absolutely enjoyed this tour! Jay was our tour guide and he was very informative about the history of New Orleans. He had great customer service skills and kept us engaged during the tour. It was also an honor to see Ms. Leona Tate at the McDonogh 19 Elementary School. Heads up, if you want to see more of the art murals around New Orleans, go on the afternoon tour. I highly recommend this tour!
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Geraldine_d
Jul 6, 2024
Deep History Lesson from a Native’s perspective - Jeremy was the person who drove and did our tour. He was very thorough and personable. He made sure that he told us as much as he could in 2.5 hours about Hurricane Katrina, Treme, restaurants, French Quarter, New Orleans and everything else in between. I would definitely recommend anyone who wants to know more history from an African American standpoint to book this tour.
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Tz5v8mpstx
Jul 5, 2024
Best Tour in NOLA - Absolutely amazing, this is the one you should definitely check out!!!! History was rich and truthful!Would suggest it to anyone!!
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Alison_f
Jul 5, 2024
The heart, art and truth of this city!!! - There is nothing like hearing the truth from someone who grew up in New Orleans. This tour is an invitation, an offering of the creative flavor and resiliency of this unique city’s culture.
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