The Soul of New Orleans Tour

Discover the soul of New Orleans on an immersive culture city tour highlighting the rich African American and Afro-Creole heritage of the city. Begin in the lands once known as Bulbancha and explore the profound impact of the Haitian Revolution on the city’s history. Stand along the Mississippi River, the site of one of the largest slave markets in the nation, and feel the spirit of Congo Square, where enslaved Africans gathered to preserve cultural traditions through music and dance. Learn about the experience of urban slavery in New Orleans, where creativity, resilience, and survival gave rise to jazz, Black masking culture, and the legacy of the Mardi Gras Indians. Witness how enslaved Africans and free people of color built homes, prepared Creole cuisine, and shaped the cultural foundations of the city.

Explore historic neighborhoods including Tremé, Congo Square, and the Lower Ninth Ward, and understand the deep legacy of Black communities who shaped the city’s rhythm and soul. Stand in the footsteps of Civil Rights pioneers like Ruby Bridges and Leona Tate, who integrated schools and changed American history. Learn about the effects of Hurricane Katrina on Black neighborhoods and the long-standing injustices it exposed. This tour is a living history experience that honors pain, celebrates creativity, and uplifts the enduring strength of a people whose influence helped shape America. Step into the soul of the city, travel with the ancestors, and witness culture that cannot be erased.