New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl in New Orleans
New Orleans, United States

New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl

Outty Ranking 54 5.0 · 10 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $225

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54/100

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Is New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl worth booking?

New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl is a 3-hour experience in New Orleans, United States, from $225 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
54 / 100
Rating
5/5 (10)
Duration
3 hours
From
$225 per person

Join the leader of one of New Orleans' best-known bands for a behind-the-scenes musical experience in the Big Easy. You'll venture to three different jazz clubs, such as Fritzel's, in the French Quarter and be treated to

What you get

    About this experience

    Join the leader of one of New Orleans' best-known bands for a behind-the-scenes musical experience in the Big Easy. You'll venture to three different jazz clubs, such as Fritzel's, in the French Quarter and be treated to premier seats while your host plays during live shows. Meet local band members and sip a cocktail at each venue during this 3-hour VIP experience. This experience needs a minimum of 10 guests to operate. Thank you for your understanding.

    What's included

    Included

    • Cocktail included at each club
    • All taxes and gratuities

    Not included

    • Additional alcoholic beverages can be purchased

    What you'll see and do

    1. French Quarter

      Be treated like a VIP at several nightclubs while accompanied by one of New Orleans' jazz greats. You'll meet local musicians and learn about a thriving musical heritage that's as diverse as the city itself. With your group of four to 10 people, join this local bandleader on a one-of-a-kind club crawl and see the Big Easy through the eyes of its New Orleans musicians. Head into three venues in and around the French Quarter and settle into some of the best seats in the house (front row or close to it) while you listen to live shows and sip cocktails. Take advantage of the opportunity to mingle with the musicians afterward.

      180 minutes here

    2. Frenchmen Street

      Should you wish to continue the party after the clock strikes midnight, accompany your famous new friend wherever the night may take him until the break of dawn (additional expense, payable direct).

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New Orleans

    Address: Gray Line Lighthouse on the Steamboat NATCHEZ dock (Toulouse Street at the Mississippi River)

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Address: Gray Line Lighthouse on the Steamboat NATCHEZ dock (Toulouse Street at the Mississippi River)

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Gray Line New Orleans

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Minimum age is 21 years
    • A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
    • A maximum of 10 people per booking

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    10 verified traveler reviews for New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Adventure399767 · May 2022

    It's worth the price

    Kevin has been the most amazing host! He's a fantastic musician, knows every band in town, he organized an amazing line up for us that we could not have experienced without his help. He was also funny, very thoughtful, it was our best night in NO!

    Response from the operator: Fabulous

    via Tripadvisor

    Andy_P · November 2021

    Best NOLA experience

    Kevin was an incredible host for the evening and made for a wonderful time! He I'd so immersed within the NOLA jazz scene that every place we went to felt like home to him and we were treated like royalty. Kevin made for an amazing night and I couldn't recommend doing this any more than saying it was the highlight of our trip! So cool to experience New Orleans with a local legend!

    Response from the operator: delighted

    via Viator

    John_C · June 2021

    Jazz crawl best tour ever

    Our guide was outstanding: very likable, easy going, and focused on us having an excellent time. The evening was well organized and a great way to experience the jazz scene with no stress. I would book the tour again in a heartbeat.

    via Viator

    Richard_M · December 2019

    An excellent way to spend an evening

    This is truly worthy of being called both VIP and behind the scenes. At every venue we went to, we were brought to excellent seats, treated as VIP's by the staff and servers, and got to meet the performers from every band we listened to that evening. Kevin was amazing as a host, answering all of our questions patiently and even went on stage to play some songs. There are few ways I can think of to better spend a night in New Orleans.

    via Viator

    Mark_F · November 2019

    An amazing and magical evening

    This was absolutely the highlight of our anniversary trip to New Orleans. Kevin is a gracious and knowledgeable host as well as a terrific musician. He brings you right inside the jazz scene, intimate clubs where you get to meet the players. At our final stop we got to hear Kevin and friends in an informal jam session. If you love jazz, this experience is a MUST DO when you visit New Orleans.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    4
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 54

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)85
    Review evidence (18% weight)28
    Booking momentum (14% weight)21
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)72
    Local standing (8% weight)63
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New Orleans.

    How much does New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl cost?

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    Prices start at $225 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New Orleans usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New Orleans is not rushed.

    Is New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New Orleans, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl?

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    Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New Orleans can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New Orleans and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does New Orleans VIP Jazz Club Crawl start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New Orleans within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in New Orleans?

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    New Orleans runs on licensed guides, and it shows: the city requires certification for tour guides, so the floor is higher here than most US cities. Ghost and cemetery walks, French Quarter food crawls, plantation history day trips and swamp boat runs make up the bulk. We rank on whether the operator handles cemetery access properly, since St. Louis No. 1 needs an authorised guide. On Outty we rank every New Orleans experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with Transportation, New Orleans Swamp Tour Boat Adventure, New Orleans Self-Transport Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit New Orleans?

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    February to May and October to November. August is heat and storm season. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in New Orleans?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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