Tremé Neighborhood
Neighbourhood · Tremé, New Orleans

Tremé Neighborhood

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Tremé formed in the early 1800s as one of the oldest African American neighborhoods in the United States. Brass bands, second lines and early jazz developed here. Key sites include Congo Square and the New Orleans African American Museum.

On day 3 of New Orleans Music & Food

Good to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
2 to 4 hours
Best time
March to May or September to November
Getting there
Canal Streetcar from the French Quarter

Itineraries with Tremé Neighborhood

Day 3 of New Orleans Music & Food

City Park and Tremé

How Tremé Neighborhood fits into a day.
  1. 9:15City Park Sculpture GardenNew Orleans Museum of Art Sculpture Garden
  2. 10:45Bayou St. John WalkBayou St. John
  3. 14:00Tremé Brass Band StrollTremé Neighborhood
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Tremé Neighborhood questions

What is Tremé known for?

Tremé is known for its contributions to the birth of jazz and its long African American history.

Is Tremé safe for visitors?

Standard city precautions apply. Daytime visits to main streets and sites are straightforward.

How do you get to Tremé from downtown?

The Canal Streetcar line runs directly from the French Quarter into Tremé.

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