Area Guide
Getting Around
- FEATURED ACTIVITY
Start off your morning with hot beignets and café au lait at Café du Monde, and watch the city come to life.
- POINTS OF INTEREST
The historic French Quarter is not to be missed. Stroll the narrow streets, take in St. Louis Cathedral and enjoy Café au Lait and Beignets at Café du Monde. Shop for high end antiques on Royal Street, or head uptown to Magazine Street for a more diverse experience. The ante-bellum architecture of the Garden District will take you back in time.
- MUSEUMS
Local museums include the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, the acclaimed National WWII Museum, the Louisiana Children's Museum, the New Orleans Museum of Art, the Louisiana State Museums and the Contemporary Arts Center.
- Sporting Events
Known as the "Sportsman's Paradise" because of its temperate climate, New Orleans will appeal to the most enthusiastic sports fan. Professional teams include the Saints (NFL), the Hornets (NBA), and the Zephyrs (AAA baseball). New Orleans also hosts an annual PGA Tour event, the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, and seasonal horse racing at the Fair Grounds.
- Culture
The history of New Orleans provides the backdrop for many of our cultural offerings. Traditional festivals such as Mardi Gras and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival bring visitors from around the world. More than 100 art galleries and Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carré are just some of the other venues hosting the city's creative performances.