New Orleans Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
largest city of the state of Louisiana, United States
About New Orleans
New Orleans is known for a host of attributes like its famous Creole food, abundant alcohol, music of many styles, nearby swamps and plantations, 18th- & 19th-century architecture, antiques, gay pride, streetcars, and museums. Nicknamed the Big Easy, New Orleans has long had a reputation as an adult-oriented city. However, the city also offers many attractions for families with children and those interested in culture and the arts. It is a city with Roman Catholic plurality owing to its French and Spanish origins. Famous festivals like Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest bring in tourists by the millions, and are the two times of the year when you must book well in advance to be sure of a room. The city also hosts many smaller festivals and gatherings like the French Quarter Festival, Creole Tomato F
Top Attractions in New Orleans
Explore the best things to see and do in New Orleans:
- ★Alombrados Encampment
- ★Cajun Encounters
- ★Carousel Gardens Amusement Park
- ★Creole Queen Sightseeing Cruise
- ★Esoterica
- ★Essence Festival
- ★French Quarter Festival
- ★Island of Salvation Botanica
New Orleans Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 15 sections including: