Guided walking tour · New Orleans, United States

New Orleans Jazz History and Live Music Walking Tour

A walk on where jazz was born, from Congo Square and Louis Armstrong Park to Bourbon Street and live music on Frenchmen Street.

Rating on Viator
4.8 out of 5 from 654 reviews
Duration
2.5 hours
Guided in
English
Group size
Up to 12 people
Fitness level
Easy
Run by
Intrepid Urban Adventures - USA

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Where the tour goes

  1. Louis Armstrong Park35 min
  2. Congo Square15 min
  3. Bourbon Street30 min
  4. Frenchmen Street30 min
  5. French Quarter30 min

Stops as listed by the operator on Viator; the order can change on the day.

What to know before you book

Included

  • Discover local favorites beyond the typical tourist trail
  • Get insider recommendations to continue your night like a local
  • Enjoy a complimentary drink at an authentic local music venue
  • Learn how jazz was born in historic Congo Square and Tremé
  • Support local musicians and venues with every booking
  • Experience live music chosen for the night's standout performances

Not included

  • Additional drinks, food
  • Tips/gratuities for your guide and the musicians

Access

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport nearby

How it compares in New Orleans

  • Reviews: 15 of the other 23 reviewed tours here have more reviews than this one.
  • Group size: up to 12 people. 19 of the other 23 tours with a stated limit allow a larger group.

Prefer no guide? Our free self-guided walk covers 1.7 km in about 22 minutes of walking, not counting stops.

From listings on our partner sites. This tour was last checked on 30 October 2026; prices and review counts change.

Walking in New Orleans

New Orleans is unlike any other American city. Its French Quarter and Garden District are compact, flat and made for walking, with music, food and stories on every block.

Heat. Summer is hot and humid; carry water and walk early.

Pavements. Sidewalks are often cracked and uneven, lifted by tree roots.

Read the full New Orleans walking guide or try the free self-guided walk.

More guided walks in New Orleans

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