The Soul and Sound of New Orleans: Culture and Music Tour
Overview
Experience the heartbeat of New Orleans with 2nd Line Tours’ ultimate cultural journey, combining the Soul of New Orleans and The Sound of New Orleans: Music & Legends Tour into one unforgettable experience.
Go beyond the typical sightseeing tour and discover the neighborhoods, stories, and rhythms that shaped one of the world’s most influential cities. Travel through historic areas like Tremé, Central City, the Garden District, Back O’ Town, and the Lower Ninth Ward while exploring African, Creole, and Indigenous influences, civil rights history, Hurricane Katrina, and traditions that keep New Orleans culture alive.
Discover how the city’s history created its legendary sound — from Congo Square to jazz, rhythm & blues, rock ’n’ roll influences, brass bands, bounce, and hip-hop. Visit landmarks like the historic Dew Drop Inn and hear stories of musicians, entertainers, and cultural figures who carried New Orleans’ influence worldwide.
What's Included
- Local bar stop experience (drinks available for purchase)
- Learn the roots of Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Bounce, and Hip-Hop
- Price covers the entire tour
- Celebrity landmarks, music video locations, and local stories
- Visit the historic Dew Drop Inn — legendary music landmark
- Explore neighborhoods that shaped New Orleans music culture
- Professional New Orleans storyteller/guide
- Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase during bar stop) ✕ Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Parking lot
414 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Studio Be (pass by)
Hollygrove (pass by)
Treme (pass by)
Uptown
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
New Orleans (pass by)
Lower 9th Ward (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
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Activity code: C-325289P7
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