Historical Treme Walking Tour

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Entrance to Louis Armstrong Park located in the Historical Treme — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Mardi Gras Indian tradition preserved in the Treme neighborhood — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The Historical Treme Walking tour introduces the African American experience in New Orleans, our guests will witness the Free People of Color that lived and thrived in the neighborhood, in addition to the Italians that also lived in this historical neighborhood. The culture, traditions, history, and heritage displayed in the neighborhood are uniquely different than any other place in America.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 28 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Tours By NOLA - New Orleans Local Artists

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guided Tour
Included: Lagniappe- means in French something extra
Included: Licensed Tour Guide who is a Cultural Ambassador Native to New Orleans

Not included

Not included: Snacks: Lunch/Dinner
Not included: Entrance fees: Backstreet Cultural Museum

Itinerary

Backstreet Cultural Museum

one hour Admission not included

We will visit one of Treme's cultural museums and witness the New Orleans Black Mardi traditions. The travelers will learn about the heritage and the stories of the Black Mardi Gras Indians. This activity is an option and the ticket price is separate from the tour price. Price of the museum is $25.00 price may vary for Senior Citizens.
Congo Square

15 min

The travelers will visit the sacred grounds of Congo Square where the indigenous, enslaved, and free people of color would gather on a Sunday to participate in the market. The market consisted of drumming, dancing, singing, selling goods, and more... Join us and hear the stories of the spirits that protected these sacred grounds.
Treme

45 min

The travelers will stroll through the Creole and Scillian neighborhoods. They will view the Creole cottages and Creole townhouses, and witness the oldest Creole Mansion still standing in the City of New Orleans located in the Treme neighborhood.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet outside the gate under the Louis Armstrong Park Arch

End point

Meet outside the gate under the Louis Armstrong Park Arch

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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.