New Orleans Jazz Tour: Explore Music Evolution
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29 Ratings
New Orleans
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of New Orleans Jazz on our guided tour. Explore the birthplace of Jazz, learn about its history, and discover the influential musicians who shaped this iconic genre.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Louis Armstrong Park - The tour will start at Louis Armstrong Park. The travelers will visit the first pioneers of Jazz monuements and the first dance halls where Jazz reign supreme. They will hear the stories of Jazz pioneers such as; Louis Armstrong, Jelly Roll Morton, Charles “Buddy” Bolden and others Jazz icons.

  • New Orleans Jazz Museum - The travels will visit the first Jazz musuem at the St. Pierre Hotel where the GREAT Louis Armstrong stayed when he performed in New Orleans.

  • Congo Square - The travelers will explore the sacred grounds of Congo Square where it has been said the origins of Jazz was discovered, in addition to witnessing the oldest African American neighborhood in the country, Treme.

  • Frenchmen Street - The travelers will also experience live Jazz music on one of the most popular and muscial streets in New Orleans, “Frenchmen Street”.

What's Included
  • Licensed local tour guide
  • Expert-guided tour experience
  • Cultural ambassador of New Orleans
  • Lagniappe included - a special extra treat
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Embark on our Jazz journey, escorted by local musicians, dancers, producers, and directors who are part of the artistic community in New Orleans. They are also Native residents, Oral Storytellers, Cultural Representatives, and Conservators of heritage.

Venture with us and witness the musical transformation in the city celebrated as ‘the cradle of Jazz.’ With its roots tied to personalities like Louis Armstrong, Buddy Bolden, Sidney Bechet, Louis Prima, and Sharkey Bonano, just to mention a few… Your tour will encompass the few remaining locations where Jazz, bubbly, and love dominated. Gain knowledge about the individuals, the heritage, and the influences that played a significant role in shaping America’s unique contribution to global culture… Jazz!

  • Tour operates with a minimum of 4 guest . We do not operate with 1 guest unless its a Private Tour, call for details.
  • must be able to stand for a long period of time.
Location
Louis Armstrong Park
North Rampart Street
Tour starts at the Louis Armstrong Park Arch
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Stay558963
Apr 20, 2024
Great tour. Don't miss it if your in New Oreans - The Jazz Tour with Harris Parson was a wonderful experience. He was so engaging and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of Jazz and New Orleans history and architecture. I recommend that you take this tour early in your stay in New Orleans because it will add tremendously to your enjoyment of the city.
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Patricia_g
Apr 20, 2024
Loved the tour - The Jazz Tour was a highlight of our trip to New Orleans. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and engaging. We laughed while we learned so much about not only Jazz, but also about the history and architecture of New Orleans. I recommend that you take this tour early in your stay in New Orleans because what you learn will greatly increase your enjoyment of the city.
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Connie_r
Apr 15, 2024
Perfect Jazz tour! - Finished our New Orleans tour with the Jazz walking tour, it was so good!! Harris was our tour and he is very knowledgeable about the city, it's history and jazz! He is a drummer with a band! Highly recommend the tour and Harris!
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853ach
Apr 15, 2024
Personalized for your interests! - Harris was great! He took the time to know everyone in the tour and point out things of interest to match up with why they were in the tour. For example my daughter is a jazz percussionist and he spent time talking to her about it and recommending sites to visit or pointing out historical stories that matched her interest. My daughter loved it and so that made me very happy. Plus it was helpful to connect the dots the next day when we went to the Jazz History Museum (Harris’ recommendation). Would 100% recommend the tour! I hope you get Harris! :)
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Andrew_h
Apr 14, 2024
Great experience! - Harris (our guide) was so knowledgable and my daughter really enjoyed talking to him about jazz since he is also a jazz musician like her. So he was taking time to point things out he felt would really interest her.
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Louise
Apr 11, 2024
The roots of jazz - Harris Parson was an amazing guide—a natural storyteller with a deep knowledge of the history of New Orleans. If you want to truly understand the roots of American jazz, meet up with Harris at Louis Armstrong Park.
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Matthewbx6803jm
Apr 11, 2024
What fun! - Harris Parson is the man. Treated us like family and spun us a great yarn with style. He made the tour feel personal and special.
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H564ukellenn
Apr 8, 2024
Highly recommend this tour! - This was a really wonderful tour. Our guide, Harris Parson, was excellent. Very knowledgeable about the history of the city and its music, and full of fascinating details. As a lifelong New Orleanian his personal connection to his topics added an extra dimension to the tour. VERY highly recommended!
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Sarahkw7487fp
Mar 30, 2024
Highly Recommend This Tour! - HARRIS WAS AMAZING!! There aren’t enough words to describe this amazing tour! Harris was so knowledgeable and was able to show us and talk about unique things that expanded our view on New Orleans. He was personable and an amazing tour guide. Everything we saw and learned was worthwhile! It was like having a lifelong friend show you around town!
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B1899txmaryn
Mar 28, 2024
Best Jazz Tour Ever!!! - Harris was a GREAT tour guide, full of information and really personable as well. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND taking this tour with Harris. This tour was the highlight of my trip!!!😊
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