{"id":2492320,"date":"2026-07-07T18:46:39","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T18:46:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2492320"},"modified":"2026-07-07T18:46:39","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T18:46:39","slug":"12-popular-music-tours-in-new-orleans-second-line-jazz-history-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/12-popular-music-tours-in-new-orleans-second-line-jazz-history-more\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Popular Music Tours in New Orleans: Second Line, Jazz History, &#038; More"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>New Orleans has more than a few special adventures waiting for you.<\/p>\n<style><![CDATA[\n                @media screen and (min-width:0) and (min-height:0px) {\n                  #sv-video-container {\n                    min-height:200px;\n                    max-height:200px;\n                  }\n                }\n\n                @media screen and (min-width:515px) and (min-height:0px) {\n                  #sv-video-container {\n                    min-height:305px\n                  }\n                }\n\n                @media screen and (min-width:581px) and (min-height:0px) {\n                  #sv-video-container {\n                    min-height:338px;\n                    max-height:338px;\n                  }\n                }\n            ]]><\/style>\n<h2 id=\"video-header\" class=\"\" style=\"padding-top: 20px;\"><span>Videos by TravelAwaits<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you enjoy <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/3006798\/best-cocktails-from-new-orleans-and-where-to-drink-them\/\">specialty cocktails<\/a> and learning about mixology, there\u2019s something for you. If you\u2019re into <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/3017021\/thirteen-most-haunted-places-in-new-orleans\/\">ghosts and true crime<\/a>, there\u2019s even more for you to experience. Are you a foodie, too, by chance? Hope you\u2019re hungry.<\/p>\n<p>And that\u2019s not even touching on architecture, history, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/3021479\/intro-to-krewes-and-mardi-gras-tips-in-new-orleans\/\">Mardi Gras<\/a>, or one of New Orleans\u2019 most famous exports: great music.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a fan of Trombone Shorty, the second line, legendary spots like the Spotted Cat, or a more sensual experience like The Howlin\u2019 Wolf, there\u2019s a show and a tune waiting to soothe your soul.<\/p>\n<p>But if you want to dig a little deeper into the city\u2019s musical identity, history, and legacy, you might want to book more than a table at a jazz club. Here\u2019s how to dive deep with the top music tours in New Orleans. I\u2019ve divided my picks into two categories: music tours for musicians who want to dive deep and casual tours for first-timers who don\u2019t know jazz from blues.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-music-tours-in-new-orleans-top-3-picks\"><strong>Music tours in New Orleans: top 3 picks<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-music-tours-in-new-orleans-for-hardcore-music-fans\"><strong>8 music tours in New Orleans for hardcore music fans<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4fi59QI\"><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>New Orleans Music Walking Tour<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4fh7fAs\"><strong>NOLA Music Heritage Tour<\/strong><\/a>: This affordable two-hour tour breaks down 300 years of musical history. From blues to jazz to gospel, you\u2019ll get to dig into what defines New Orleans\u2019 music scene. Along the way, you\u2019ll visit places where famous music was made, including local recording studios. Best of all, this tour is led by a record producer who has spent two decades in the industry. It doesn\u2019t get much better than that.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4fi59QI\"><strong>New Orleans Music Walking Tour<\/strong><\/a>: Here\u2019s another two-hour tour that breaks down centuries of music history. You\u2019ll start off learning about West African music that created the foundation for jazz, blues, and, later on, rock \u2019n roll. At the end of the tour, you\u2019ll stop at J&amp;M Studios, which is known as the <em>real<\/em> birthplace of rock \u2019n roll.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/3TgDTcM\"><strong>New Orleans Jazz Walking Tour<\/strong><\/a>: If you want to explore jazz, specifically, this two-hour tour takes you deep into the city\u2019s soulful rhythm. Leading the way are a talented troupe of local performers and musicians, including choreographers and cultural experts. The tour also includes a visit to the New Orleans Jazz Museum.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4p0ABGx\"><strong>New Orleans Music Tour<\/strong><\/a>: This two-hour tour lets you get up-close and personal with some of the city\u2019s best street performers as you explore famous musical sites like Preservation Hall and Storyville. Not only will you learn about Louis Armstrong, but other influential musicians like Little Richard and Fats Domino. If you want to catch live music on your tour, go with this option.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4vIkWOx\"><strong>The Soul &amp; Sound of NOLA: Music and Culture Tour<\/strong><\/a>: This is a lengthier three-hour tour that leaves no stone unturned. It covers the social, cultural, and musical identity of New Orleans, which draws on Creole, African, and indigenous traditions. Because it\u2019s a longer tour, a minivan transports you from stop to stop. There\u2019s also a bar visit where you can order a drink and rest up.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/3SGj2Q4\"><strong>Jazz History &amp; Music Walking Tour<\/strong><\/a>: This 2.5-hour walking tour lets you dive deep into NOLA\u2019s jazz history. Your guide will take you around popular jazz areas, from Louis Armstrong Park to Frenchman Street. Your tour concludes with a live jazz performance at a local spot, which comes with a free drink.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4eHDIzJ\"><strong>NOLA Jazz History &amp; People of Color Tour<\/strong><\/a>: Skip the normal music tour route and head into Treme, a neighborhood that has played an important role for local people of color and the evolution of jazz. As you explore Treme, you\u2019ll also learn about local shops, jazz venues, and boutiques.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/3Qx9kyU\"><strong>New Orleans Culture \u2013 Second Line Tour<\/strong><\/a>: If you\u2019re intrigued by Second Line performances, this 2.5-hour tour breaks down the history and modern practices of the famed Second Line. Not only do you get the chance to experience a Second Line firsthand, but you also get to get down with locals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-music-tours-in-new-orleans-for-casual-fans\"><strong>4 music tours in New Orleans for casual fans<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4tzibO2\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"731\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vip-live-muisic-pub-crawl.jpg?resize=1024%2C731\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3027067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vip-live-muisic-pub-crawl.jpg?w=1400 1400w, https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vip-live-muisic-pub-crawl.jpg?w=300 300w, https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vip-live-muisic-pub-crawl.jpg?w=768 768w, https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vip-live-muisic-pub-crawl.jpg?w=1024 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vip-live-muisic-pub-crawl.jpg?w=150 150w, https:\/\/www.travelawaits.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/vip-live-muisic-pub-crawl.jpg?w=1288 1288w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4tBL5gv\"><strong>Live Jazz Brunch at Court of Two Sisters<\/strong><\/a>: Step into a gorgeous, historic restaurant to munch on Creole dishes while being soothed by a live jazz performance. There\u2019s also house wine, champagne, or mimosas available. Just know that this is a buffet-style brunch\u2014no menus.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4awQzSR\"><strong>Creole Queen Paddlewheeler Jazz Dinner Cruise<\/strong><\/a>: If you enjoy a little journey by water, head aboard the Creole Queen, a famous paddlewheeler serving locals and visitors. (Natchez is the other one.) This tour comes with a live jazz performance and a set dinner menu. You can enjoy city views from the deck, too, on this 2.5-hour cruise.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4tzibO2\"><strong>Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl<\/strong><\/a>: Skip the history lessons on this three-hour pub crawl on Frenchman Street. As you venture from one watering hole to the next, you can enjoy live music, specialty cocktails, and the chance to make friends with other travelers.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fave.co\/4gkA0gM\"><strong>Small Group Guide to French Quarter<\/strong><\/a>: This is a general French Quarter tour that runs for two hours. You\u2019re pretty much guaranteed to see a live performance or ten while you explore the neighborhood. It\u2019s a great way to get a feel for the neighborhood and music without diving too deep.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[<em>Just a heads-up: We may earn an affiliate commission when you make a purchase from a link in our articles.<\/em>]<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.travelawaits.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New Orleans has more than a few special adventures waiting for you. Videos by TravelAwaits If you enjoy specialty cocktails and learning about mixology, there\u2019s something for you. If you\u2019re into ghosts and true crime, there\u2019s even more for you to experience. Are you a foodie, too, by chance? Hope you\u2019re hungry. And that\u2019s not [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2492321,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[25179],"tags":[490850,22634,21800,27141,320734],"class_list":["post-2492320","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-music","tag-guided-tours","tag-louisiana","tag-music","tag-new-orleans","tag-tours"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/12-Popular-Music-Tours-in-New-Orleans-Second-Line-Jazz.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2492320","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2492320"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2492320\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2492322,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2492320\/revisions\/2492322"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2492321"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2492320"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2492320"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2492320"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}