Soul of New Orleans City Tour: Enslavement to Modern Day Culture
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Discover the Soul of New Orleans: Black History That Can’t Be Erased. Walk through the untold story of New Orleans from Indigenous Bulbancha to the Haitian Revolution, from the Mississippi River slave markets to the rhythms of Congo Square. Discover how Black resilience shaped the music, food, spirit, and soul of this city. You'll explore historic sites like Treme, Jackson Square, and the Lower 9th Ward, witnessing the triumphs and struggles that built the real New Orleans. Learn how young heroes like Ruby Bridges and Leona Tate carried the torch of Civil Rights, and how Hurricane Katrina exposed deep-rooted injustices still felt today. This tour honors the culture, courage, and survival that mainstream history often overlooks. Step into a journey that connects the past to the present — and feel the heartbeat of a people who refused to be erased.
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Learn about Treme's pivotal role in the civil rights movement and its significance as America's oldest black community.and Birthplace of Jazz Immerse yourself in the rhythms of Treme as you stroll past live music venues and hear stories about jazz legends.
Learn about the diverse cultural influences that converged here, from African rhythms to Creole traditions. Hear stories of the enslaved individuals who gathered in this space to share their music, dance, and culture.
You have the opportunity to observe some New Orleans most beautiful mural
See the aftermath of neighborhood was devastated during hurricane Katrina.
Experience one of the most iconic historic districts in the country, known for its vibrant architecture, rich culture, and deep-rooted history. As you pass through, your guide will break down the real history showing how different cultures came together to shape the New Orleans we know today.
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(480)
Good informative tour. You learn a lot about the history of New Orleans. I just wish we could have gotten out of bus a little more to take pictures. It felt a little rushed at certain points, but overall a good experience.
This was one of the best tours we’ve ever taken. Dennis our tour guide was fantastic So knowledgeable and presented so much critically important history that we never get to hear about for mainstream sources. We got a sense of how much there is to New Orleans, even as we were barely scratching the surface during the 3 hour tour. He shared stories of devastation and unrelenting devastation and cruelty that the city is founded on, but more importantly, the stories that showed, even so, how the human spirit and the special New Orleans spirit, could not and. cannot be crushed. The incredible resilience through rebellion, resistance, activism, mutual care and love, rising again and again. Stops at Studio Be and the TEP Center added so much, and we even met Dr. Leona Tate, who integrated schools at age 6! Everyone visiting should take this important tour.
You are in for a treat! Dennis was very informative and insightful. This was my first tour in New Orleans and I would definitely do it again!
This trip was COMPLETELY AWESOME!!! The tour guide was so informative and really made it feel like you were back in time when history happened. Would do this tour again!!!
The "Soul of New Orleans City Tour" was the most culturally rich experience of our trip. Our driver was incredibly knowledgeable and even arranged a surprise stop at an amazing art gallery. Interactive videos on the TV monitor made it even more engaging. Highly recommend for families!
Great experience very thorough tour guide, he explained everything and showed us the a lot of NOLA’s history. Highly recommend this tour!
Excellent tour. Jay was a wonderful narrator, extremely informative and funny. Would highly recommend
This your was more than I could have imagined! From history to art, I learned so much about this amazing city. I even had the chance to meet with civil rights pioneer, Dr. Tate! Our guide was funny and incredibly knowledgeable.
J. Was a fantastic tour guide! I thoroughly enjoyed hearing about the history of New Orleans and touring Treme and the lower 9th ward.
It's amazing! Very informative, great tour guide, he needs to record himself do public service documentary, I learned so much
