Welcome
To New Orleans
While many cities have great museums, New Orleans is itself a breathing, evolving work of art — a spirited city alive with the energy, creativity, and passion of artists, musicians, chefs, and a population ready to celebrate. Now is the time to rediscover New Orleans and all the artistic charm that comes with visiting The Crescent City.
We are different here. You’ll be different here as well.
The birthplace of jazz, New Orleans is a music lover’s paradise. Kick back to live Jazz at Preservation Hall and sway to the sounds of a street performer as you stroll through the French Quarter. The city is rich with clubs, concert halls, theaters, and street corners vibrating with a range of musical sounds and styles. You can hear everything from jazz and blues to Cajun, zydeco, rock, gospel, opera and classical. Music fills the air in New Orleans, and you are sure to find entertainment on every corner.
New Orleans is considered the most delicious city in America. With world-famous chefs and more restaurants than ever in our history, New Orleans captivates with its myriad culinary treasures. Sample everything from classic Cajun and Creole to Latin, Mediterranean, Asian and New Orleans fusion.
From the gambling tables at the casino to the paddlewheelers on the Mississippi River, to the historic street cars, the energy flows and the good times roll in New Orleans.
New Orleans Attractions
Take a bike ride along the Mississippi River, feed an alligator or stroll through time as you take in the stories behind one of our many award-winning attractions. New Orleans has so much to offer and caters to every traveler. Whether you’re a sports fan, history buff, outdoor adventurer, aspiring chef or music lover, there’s something for everyone in New Orleans. Whether your goal is to wander sprawling plantations and historic homes or taste-test every classic cocktail, there’s a tour to suit your style. History lovers can explore iconic battlegrounds, the city’s European origins, and historic jazz landmarks while hearing stories and lore from professional historians.
Looking to delve into the world of the spooky and supernatural? Explore the haunted side of New Orleans with a nighttime tour of a cavernous haunted mansion, or learn about voodoo practices as you walk through above-ground cemeteries. We even have thrilling excursions for adventurers in the untamed Louisiana bayou. Sit back and relax in a mule-drawn carriage, hop on a paddlewheel riverboat or set out on foot – there’s a lot to discover.
New Orleans Events
In true New Orleans spirit, it is said that most locals have festive outfits for any given occasion. Celebration is at the core of the New Orleans experience, and to get a true taste of the city, every visitor should join in one of these unforgettable festivals. So pack that favorite sequin dress, that amazing hat you never get to wear, and even a wig or two and head down to the Crescent City for food, music, and more!
New Orleans Music
It is said that in New Orleans, culture bubbles up from the streets. Nowhere is this more evident than in the music scene. You’ll know it when you come across a street performance that rivals any ticketed show you’ve seen before. Or when you find yourself getting carried away by the beat. Wherever you go in New Orleans, live music is part of the rhythm of everyday life, pouring out of open doorways and ringing out from street corners. The city’s thriving musical community provides a vivacious, ongoing soundtrack for visitors and locals alike – as well as inspiration for flourishing musicians in the Big Easy. While you’re in town, immerse yourself in an authentic musical experience by catching a performance almost any night of the week.”
New Orleans is one big stage. Come and play your part.
Contact New Orleans
New Orleans & Company
2020 St. Charles Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70130
+1-800-748-8695
neworleans.com
Facebook: facebook.com/NewOrleans
Twitter: twitter.com/visitneworleans
Kim Priez – Tourism
+1-800-748-8695 ext. 5033
kpriez@neworleans.com
Thu Tran – Tourism
+1-800-748-8695 ext. 5053
ttran@neworleans.com
Kelly Schulz – Media Contact
+1-800-748-8695 ext. 5045
kschulz@neworleans.com