New Orleans in New Orleans

Start your New Orleans tour by exploring Frenchmen Street, famous for its Bourbon Street and French Quarters. It is a popular place to hop on various bars, restaurants, and nightclubs to cherish world-class cocktails, food, and amazing music. Your trip to Frenchmen Street will be incomplete without shopping on this historic street. The tourists and locals love The Spotted Cat, Three Muses, and d.b.a., thanks to their different beverage selections, fun atmospheres, and, of course, talented musicians. 

You might have seen a Mardi Gras Parade in any other city, but there is no Mardi Gras Parade like it happens in New Orleans. It is the most popular festival in New Orleans, which is celebrated with full enthusiasm. Don’t miss your chance to witness this parade full of live music and balls, and the parade looks like a nonstop party with lots of colors in the background. Millions of tourists from around the world visit New Orleans to experience the Mardi Gras Parade in the city.  If you are planning to visit New Orleans during this time, then make sure to book everything in advance, as prices are skyrocketing during this time of the year. 

This small museum is where you can learn more about voodoo and see some of the things used in its rituals. It has only two rooms and has been open since 1972. It is full of artifacts, talismans, taxidermied animals, and voodoo toys of all kinds. And if that wasn't enough, the museum can help you set up psychic readings and other practices with local practitioners if you want. You can self-guide your way through the museum or take a walking tour that includes a guided tour of the museum. 

If you want to try the original cocktails of America, then this place is a must-see capturing the essence of the oldest cocktails. It was opened in 2019 with a bar and a museum both. This house represents the importance of the Sazerac drink. This drink was invented here and is considered one of the oldest American cocktails. The best part about this house is that it is on several floors, and you can talk to virtual bartenders about their favorite drinks. Moreover, you can also witness the oldest pictures of French Quarters and how they used to look in the 1800s. 

If you are in New Orleans, cruising on the steamboat to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Mississippi River is one of the best activities to do in New Orleans. This is the best way to spend your afternoon enjoying the food and live jazz music. As you sail down the calm waters of the Mississippi, you'll also get to see the beautiful city. The Mississippi River is still a big part of the scenery in New Orleans. You can't miss the river, whether running next to it in the Bywater, watching steamboats in the French Quarter, having lunch on the levee Uptown, or going to Old Algiers. 

There is a proper museum in New Orleans dedicated to jazz music, right? This museum has over 25,000 artifacts and hosts many concerts and more than a dozen events every year. The museum is in a building that used to be the US Mint. It has instruments, art by and about artists, music, and more. Most events are free, and many are also shown live so that you can watch them at home for free. If you are a fan of jazz music, then you should definitely stop at this museum. 

Shoutout to all the Wes Anderson fans; welcome to Maison De La Luz. This hotel looks like a film set with black and white floors to the grand staircase and walls decorated with historical paintings and art. The rooms of the hotel are spacious, giving you the feel of luxury. From the private, French-blue breakfast room with Chinoiserie accents to the secret bookcase, this place will leave you awestruck. A secret door to the bar is a French-inspired cocktail lounge with red lacquer walls, colorful cocktails, and delectable small plates. And don’t forget to make your Instagram reel at this hotel. 

Another one of the fun things to do in New Orleans is to ride the streetcars. These streetcars are the best way to explore the whole of New Orleans city. Four different lines, each originating Downtown, will take you through the French Quarter and beyond to places you might not otherwise get to see. The St. Charles Streetcar is the symbol of romance in New Orleans, so don’t forget to hop on this streetcar to experience the 150 years old love of New Orleans. These vintage streetcars running on the streets of New Orleans are charming and take you back to their early days. 

As New Orleans is the perfect blend of history and architecture, the city has some beautiful and photogenic gardens filled with peace and beauty. Spend your evening in the garden city by renting a bike. You can applaud the scenery, Commander’s Palace, Lafayette Cemetery No. 1, and all the colorful, grand homes here. The neighborhood is filled with the scent of jasmine and the blossoming of ancient magnolia. 

Some call it a snow cone, while others call it shaved ice. In New Orleans, it's called a "snowball," it's the best thing about summer from the beginning of spring until the end of summer. A snowball is a sweet that can be made any way you want. It starts with a pile of fluffy shaved ice that is colored with sweet syrups and topped or filled with a variety of mix-ins and extras. You can choose anything from fruity tastes to creamy ones. Most stands have standard tastes like strawberry, wedding cake, and blue raspberry. Don't forget the extras, like the local favorite condensed milk drizzle, ice cream-stuffed, or gummy bear-infused.