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Treme' Walking Tour: Explore New Orleans Jazz History
4.8
151 Ratings
New Orleans
Immerse yourself in the vibrant music and cultural heritage of Treme', the oldest African-American neighborhood in the US. Discover the roots of New Orleans Jazz and its legendary musicians on a captivating walking tour.
Duration:
1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Storyville District - Guide will lead you through the old Storyville District while narrating the history of the area. A district associated with the early development of New Orleans-style jazz existed from 1897-1917. Romanticized by early historians as the birth-place of jazz, this red-light district included brothels, bars and dance halls where jazz artists performed and socialized.
- French Quarter Phantoms - Starting location for this tour with general Treme history
- Tour Treme’ - Explore the Treme neighborhood and its history with your guide. Includes multiple historic sites such as St Augustine’s Church and the Tomb of the Unknown Slave.
- Congo Square - where the enslaved and free people of color gathered throughout the 19th century for meetings, open markets, and the African dance and drumming celebrations that played a substantial role in the development of jazz.
- The Lost Sock @ Rampart - Laundry and Museum, Rock n Roll Hall of Fame location. Former home of Cosimo’s J&M Recording Studio where Fats Domino, Little Richard, Professor Longhair and more recorded some of their first music.
What's Included
- Professional guide included
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Treme’ (pronounced Tre-May), located near the French Quarter, holds the distinction of being the earliest African-American district in the U.S. This lively neighborhood is deeply ingrained with music and cultural traditions. Embark on a journey through this legendary area, immerse yourself in the history of New Orleans Jazz that originated from Congo Square and Storyville, and connect with the legacies of Jazz luminaries such as Alphonse Picou and Trombone Shorty.
- Be ready to have fun and please wear comfortable shoes. You may bring your camera. No Videotaping please. All tours run rain or shine.
Location
Voodoo Lounge
North Rampart Street
Departure Point: Voodoo Lounge
Address: 718 North Rampart Street
New Orleans LA 70116
Dates: Daily
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(151 Ratings)
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Travel08451068247
Jun 21, 2024
Amazing and eye opening - This was, hands down the very best tour we went on during our stay in New Orleans! It's definitely a must see and also, you NEED to ask for Erin as your tour guide. I have never seen someone so passionate and knowledgeable about the history! If I could give her a million stars, I would.
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Therese_s
Jun 18, 2024
Highly recommend this TREME walking tour - This was a very informative and fun walking tour - beginning in Lois Armstrong Park and then walking the streets of the TREME neighborhood. Our guide Nika played bits of famous jazz pieces to illustrate her stories about different people and places.
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Valerie_c
Jun 13, 2024
A Favorite! - Erin our tour guide was amazing and well versed in the cultural history of New Orleans. Very interesting and informative tour. I highly recommend this tour for anyone.
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Magso528
Jun 10, 2024
Exceptional Tour - A must when you visit New Orleans ! - Our guide Erin had extensive historical knowledge which she condensed impressively . Her portable speaker provided a range of musical themes as we walked around the historical sites of Congo Square, L Armstrong park and the Treme neighbourhood. What I learned during has opened my eyes in a number of ways, Well Done Erin for a wonderful tour presented with passion
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495hg
Jun 10, 2024
10/10 amazing tour! - I would highly recommend the Treme tour - it was extremely interesting to learn about the history of the area. Erin was very knowledgeable and gave a really interesting background to the areas and landmarks. She dealt with difficult subject matter very sensitively and was obviously very passionate and well researched. The background music to accompany the different sections was really enjoyable and helped to contextualise the different music/eras. Would definitely recommend attending this tour!
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B3699zdjosephj
Jun 10, 2024
A highlight of my stay in New Orleans - The Treme tour was easily the best walking tour I’ve ever been on. Our guide, Erin, was so informative and entertaining. I learnt so much about the history of New Orleans, the roots of jazz and the awful reality of slavery. It is easily one of the highlights of my week in New Orleans.
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Roving25946513751
Jun 10, 2024
Definitely check out this Tour (5*) - The walking tour was incredibly informative and really interesting. Erin breezed through a lot of information but it was very clearly articulated and passionately presented. She showed great passion, dedication and sensitivity for the history. This one might not pop out immediately as the tour to check out, but i’d very strongly recommend it !!!
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Mathias_w
May 21, 2024
Extremely informative & Erin is a fantastic guide - Erin was extremely knowledgeable and made this the best tour we had in NOLA. She didn’t sugarcoat the black experience and history of the Treme neighborhood
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Carolinemd9608un
May 15, 2024
Nika's Treme tour is a must! - Nika was a charismatic, funny font of information and an off the hook storyteller. From how Satchmo got his nickname to the origins of Treme, this conversation about music and Black New Orleans was the highlight of a very entertaining trip. Nika needs her own immense stage, for either stand up or a history channel. Thanks for making our New Orleans Saturday as informative as it was fun.
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Darlene_l
May 14, 2024
Best tour guide - Where do I begin? Meet- up location and process was fine. Nika, our guide was EXCELLENT. Her knowledge of the history and culture of Treme made the tour a five star experience. You could tell she has done her research and her familiarity with Treme was evident. Her stories were mesmerizing. An extra added bonus was the related music Nika played during phases of the tour.
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