<p>New Orleans is a Louisiana city on the Mississippi River, near the Gulf of Mexico. Nicknamed the "Big Easy," it's known for its round-the-clock nightlife, vibrant live-music scene and spicy, singular cuisine reflecting its history as a melting pot of French, African and American cultures. Embodying its festive spirit is Mardi Gras, the late-winter carnival famed for raucous costumed parades and street parties.</p>

New Orleans, LA, USA

The Carousel Bar & Lounge

Café Du Monde Mail Order

Lafayette Cemetery No. 1

Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits

Commander's Palace

Cafe Beignet, Decatur Street

Jackson Square

Cochon Restaurant

Killer PoBoys

Seaworthy

Drago's Seafood Restaurant - Hilton New Orleans Riverside

New Orleans is known for its seafood, it’s said that the mix of salt water and fresh water create a unique taste to the seafood unlike anywhere else! Some New Orleans must try famous dishes are Po Boys, Charbroiled oysters and Beignets!

Best places to eat 

I much preferred going out on Frenchman street verse Bourbon street. It was best explained to me as Bourdon street is for Jell-O shots and chugging beers whereas Frenchman is for martinis and jazz. Roaming down Frenchman street and going into all the bars to hear the amazing jazz music was really magical. 

Fun bars

What a rich history! Founded by the French in 1718, and then taken over by the Spanish…and then back to the French before it was acquired by the United States in the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. The mix of culture here is incredible. 

Culture and site-seeing 

Whitney Plantation

Cajun Encounters Tour Company

Highly recommend staying in the Garden district, where it is quiet at night. The French Quarter parties all night! 

The Best of New Orleans

Bookable Tours and Experiences - New Orleans, LA, USA

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