New Orleans, LA

Travel Guide

New Orleans
French Quarter which includes street scenes, a city and heritage architecture
Bourbon Street which includes street scenes, nightlife and a city
City Park which includes a park
Frenchmen Street which includes street scenes and a sunset

New Orleans Travel Guide Video

Listen to jazz at its best, eat spicy Creole food and dress in costume for parades and festivities during Mardi Gras in this fascinating southern U.S. city.

Visit New Orleans during spring Carnival season for one of the world’s most exuberant Mardi Gras celebrations. Explore this exciting city in any season to enjoy its music and signature foods.

The “Big Easy” has more than 80 music clubs. Walk along the streets of the French Quarter to listen to jazz and other genres in the birthplace of music greats Louis Armstrong, Fats Domino, Harry Connick, Jr. and Wynton Marsalis. Preservation Hall offers intimate acoustic concerts more than 350 nights a year. Find a zydeco dance club and shimmy to the sounds of accordions and washboards.

In the restaurants around Jackson Square sample the city’s distinctive dishes, including spicy jambalaya, catfish po’boys, blackened Cajun specialties, sugar-covered beignets and sweet tea. Look up at the three spires of the St. Louis Cathedral, a Roman Catholic Church standing where worshippers have gathered since 1727. Next door, the Cabildo museum provides a look at important pieces of the history of New Orleans and Louisiana. Tour the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) and its Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden in New Orlean’s City Park.

For a glimpse of the country’s past, visit the National World War II Museum. Listen to oral histories, see life-size photographs and inspect recovered artifacts. View tombs of local families at the gothic Lafayette Cemetery, established in 1833.

Have outdoor fun with boating or fishing on Lake Pontchartrain and indoor fun watching the New Orleans Saints playing football in the Superdome. See the exotic animals at the Audubon Zoo and watch colorful butterflies in its Butterfly Park.

Watch floats being made at Mardi Gras World overlooking the wide Mississippi River. Leading up to Easter every year, individual krewes of New Orleans stage more than 50 parades and concerts over several weeks in celebration of Mardi Gras. Put on a colorful costume and catch some beads thrown from floats to join the Carnival fun in the exciting city of New Orleans.

Where to stay in New Orleans

French Quarter which includes street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

French Quarter

4.5/5(9,221 area reviews)

Historic buildings and lively atmosphere entice tourists and locals alike, offering live music, street performances, and vibrant nightlife. Must-see spots include Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and Café du Monde.

French Quarter
Canal Street showing a city and street scenes

New Orleans Central Business District

4.5/5(8,219 area reviews)

Dynamic and mixed-use, this neighborhood boasts professional offices, historic buildings, and numerous restaurants and clubs. Explore museums like the National WWII Museum and Ogden Museum of Southern Art, or visit Harrah's Casino and Piazza d'Italia.

New Orleans Central Business District
National World War II Museum which includes a city, street scenes and a bridge

Arts/Warehouse District

4/5(890 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Arts/Warehouse District. You can visit top attractions like National World War II Museum and St Patricks Church, and jump on the metro at St. Charles at Julia Stop or Saint Charles at Saint Joseph Stop to see more of the city.

Arts/Warehouse District
Garden District which includes flowers, a garden and a house

Garden District

5/5(40 area reviews)

Well-preserved historic mansions and striking architecture define this area. Explore Colonel Short's Villa, George Washington Cable House, and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, or shop at The Rink, with easy streetcar access on St. Charles Avenue.

Garden District
Mardi Gras World showing art and interior views as well as an individual femail

Lower Garden District

4/5(482 area reviews)

Lower Garden District is highly notable for its beautiful gardens, and you might want to visit top sights like Port of New Orleans and National World War II Museum. See more of New Orleans by jumping on the metro at St. Charles at St. Andrew Stop or St. Charles at Josephine Stop.

Lower Garden District
St Louis Cemetery featuring heritage elements

Mid-City District

While you're in Mid-City District, take in top sights like Fair Grounds Race Course or Mahalia Jackson Theater, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Canal at White Stop or Canal at Salcedo Stop.

Mid-City District
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
4 out of 5
717 Orleans St., New Orleans, LA
The price is ¥14,306 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
¥14,306
¥20,213 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,855 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
4 out of 5
124 Royal St, New Orleans, LA
The price is ¥12,135 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
¥12,135
¥18,665 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,069 reviews)
"Great location!!!"

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
4 out of 5
444 St Charles Ave New Orleans Louisiana, New Orleans, LA
The price is ¥10,642 per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
¥10,642
¥17,764 total
Jun 19 - Jun 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,391 reviews)
"the front desk staff were extraordinarily helpful and pleasant."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

InterContinental New Orleans by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Memoir Warehouse District
Memoir Warehouse District
4 out of 5
808 Constance Street, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 4-star hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions National World War II Museum and Caesars ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
"We have never been to New Orleans and I was nervous about choosing a place to stay-my husband asked why I chose this particular place- it checked all of the boxes- parking was easy and affordable, it was a more quiet area, there were restaurants with in walking distance and transportation, and a ..."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

Memoir Warehouse District
Roami at Duncan Plaza
Roami at Duncan Plaza
4 out of 5
925 Common Street, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (540 reviews)
"Beautiful place great location I enjoyed myself"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

Roami at Duncan Plaza
Roami at 714 Canal
Roami at 714 Canal
3 out of 5
714 Canal St, New Orleans, LA
Stay at this 3-star apartment in New Orleans. Enjoy free WiFi, rainfall showerheads, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Canal Street and Caesars ...
9/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
"We were moved to Factor Row due to lease cancelation at Canal. Apartment was clean and nicely furnished. A/c Stooped working and we had to move units. The staff responded quickly to inquiry. Clise walk to eveything. I would stay again."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

Roami at 714 Canal
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of New Orleans

4.5
Top Destination
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4 - Good 35%
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3 - Okay 7%
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Didn’t get to see the true French quarters because all the stores were boarding up because of the protest/riots.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Due to COVID amenities at the hotel were closed which was fine. Also I didn’t see any staff but the front desk clerk also due to COVID but they both were very sweet and helpful. I know that if I was able to experience all amenities it Would be nice

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Not really.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It is a wonderful city and we will be visiting again soon.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Most of the busineses were closed due to the Covid19 epidemic, but we still found great takeout food and always, great sightseeing.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Amazing hotel.

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