New Orleans Treme' Walking Tour

4.9 (286 reviews) 1 h 45 min Free cancellation

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Miss Malika with tour guests at Congo Square — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Treme' (pronounced Tre-May) sits adjacent to the French Quarter and is the oldest African-American neighborhood in the United States. Treme' is a vibrant area steeped in music and culture. Come explore this iconic gem and revel in New Orleans Jazz history with its roots in Congo square and Storyville, the birthplace of such Jazz greats as Alphonse Picou and Trombone shorty.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: French Quarter Phantoms

Ages: Children (0–7 years) · Adults (8–62 years) · Seniors (63–115 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Storyville District

15 min

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

10 min

Starting location for this tour with general Treme history
Tour Treme'

50 min

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

15 min Admission included

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.
Stop 5

15 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Departure Point: Voodoo Lounge

Address: 718 North Rampart Street

New Orleans LA 70116

Dates: Daily

End point

Departure Point: Voodoo Lounge

Address: 718 North Rampart Street

New Orleans LA 70116

Dates: Daily

Using your ticket

Your Treme' Tour will begin from The Voodoo Lounge, 718 N Rampart Street. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early for your tour if possible. We have a box office inside the Voodoo Lounge. On arrival, please come to the box office window to pick up your tickets. There is a family-friendly entrance on Orleans Street.

Please wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to have fun. Cameras are welcome, however no videotaping.

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%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Be ready to have fun and please wear comfortable shoes. You may bring your camera. No Videotaping please. All tours run rain or shine.