Follow jazz musicians to 2–3 French Quarter venues on a private, family-friendly walk
3 hours
Jazz tickets, cocktails, fees
Walk from The Roosevelt with NOLA jazz musicians who guide you through the city’s music history after dark. Visit 2–3 French Quarter jazz venues and hear stories tied to The Roosevelt’s musical past.
Bring extra cash to tip the jazz musicians at each venue.
All payments are non-refundable. Tours canceled less than 30 days before the planned start time are subject to 100% of the deposit. Additional costs incurred by Big Easy Walking Tours are your liability.
Bring extra cash to tip the jazz musicians at each venue.
Plan to tip the jazz musicians at each venue. The tip amount is not stated, so clarify what’s appropriate with Greetwell before booking.
The Roosevelt Hotel - 130 Roosevelt Way New Orleans, LA
These music-focused pub crawl tours have developed a loyal following thanks to passionate guides who clearly love New Orleans. Reviewers consistently rave about guides like Pandi, Andre, Christie, and Quay, who bring deep knowledge of local history and music while keeping things lively and fun. Several guides are musicians themselves and occasionally jump on stage to perform, which adds an authentic touch travelers remember. The tours hit multiple venues on Frenchmen Street with generous drink pours, VIP seating at some spots, and exposure to diverse local talent. The experience feels social and engaging, with guides who follow up with photos and recommendations. People mention learning genuine history while meeting fellow travelers and discovering the live music scene. A couple reviews note last-minute cancellations and communication issues that left customers frustrated, so it's worth being aware that operational hiccups can happen. Overall though, the overwhelming majority had a blast and would absolutely do it again, with many calling out these tours as a perfect introduction to the city's music culture.
This tour was great! Clarissa was amazing and hilarious!! She was knowledgeable but also made the tour extremely entertaining and enjoyable. I honestly would do the same tour again!!!
Nydia Heintz
April 6, 2026
This tour was great! Clarissa was amazing and hilarious!! She was knowledgeable but also made the tour extremely entertaining and enjoyable. I honestly would do the same tour again!!!
Nydia Heintz
April 6, 2026