Explore the rich African American experience in New Orleans on the Treme Historical Walking Tour. Discover the vibrant culture, traditions, and heritage of this unique neighborhood.
Explore the rich African American experience in New Orleans on the Treme Historical Walking Tour. Discover the vibrant culture, traditions, and heritage of this unique neighborhood.
- Backstreet Cultural Museum - Visitors will explore one of Treme’s cultural museums and experience the New Orleans Black Mardi traditions. They will gain insight into the heritage and stories of the Black Mardi Gras Indians. This activity is optional, and the museum ticket is not included in the tour price. The museum entry fee is $25.00, with…
- Backstreet Cultural Museum - Visitors will explore one of Treme’s cultural museums and experience the New Orleans Black Mardi traditions. They will gain insight into the heritage and stories of the Black Mardi Gras Indians. This activity is optional, and the museum ticket is not included in the tour price. The museum entry fee is $25.00, with potential discounts for Senior Citizens.
- Congo Square - Guests will visit the revered grounds of Congo Square, where indigenous, enslaved, and free people of color would gather on Sundays for the market. The market featured drumming, dancing, singing, and the sale of goods, among other activities. Join us to hear the tales of the spirits that safeguarded these sacred grounds.
- Treme - Participants will wander through the Creole and Sicilian neighborhoods, observing Creole cottages and townhouses, and viewing the oldest Creole Mansion still standing in New Orleans, located in the Treme neighborhood.

- Guided Tour
- Licensed Tour Guide who is a Cultural Ambassador Native to New Orleans
- Lagniappe- means in French something extra
- Guided Tour
- Licensed Tour Guide who is a Cultural Ambassador Native to New Orleans
- Lagniappe- means in French something extra
- Snacks
- Entrance fees
- Snacks
- Entrance fees
The Historical Treme Walking tour offers an insight into the African American past in New Orleans, allowing our visitors to learn about and appreciate the Free People of Color who resided and flourished in the area, as well as the Italians who were also part of this historical neighborhood. The traditions, history, culture, and heritage showcased in…
The Historical Treme Walking tour offers an insight into the African American past in New Orleans, allowing our visitors to learn about and appreciate the Free People of Color who resided and flourished in the area, as well as the Italians who were also part of this historical neighborhood. The traditions, history, culture, and heritage showcased in this locale sets it apart from other places in the United States.
- Guest will have to be able to stand for long periods of time
- Tour operates with a minimum of 2 guests. We do not operate with 1 guest unless it’s a Private Tour, call for details.
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.