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15 Best Things To Do in New Orleans, Louisiana

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About New Orleans


Famous for its appearance and continuous mention in the popular TV series, The Originals, New Orleans has a ton of other attractions, such as the National WWII Museum, Mardi Gras, and Bourbon Street.

The overall vibe of New Orleans is definitely quaint, but you can always enjoy a party or sit late into the night at one of the bars in the city. The local music scene is exquisite, to say the least since jazz music has its roots in New Orleans.

Even today, visitors can head over to the New Orleans Jazz Museum or groove with the hip crowds at Marigny or Bywater. Overall, the city is world-renowned for its unique dialects, vibrant celebrations, amazing music, and the French Quarter, which is representative of Spanish and French architecture.

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New Orleans Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit New Orleans? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in New Orleans.



Places to Stay in New Orleans


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to New Orleans. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in New Orleans


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in New Orleans.



Best Things to do in New Orleans, LA


These are the best things to do in the greater New Orleans area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in New Orleans


Confederacy of Cruisers Bike Tours

Confederacy of Cruisers Bike Tours

Based on 316 Reviews
FreeWheelin' Bike Tours & Rentals

FreeWheelin' Bike Tours & Rentals

Based on 246 Reviews
New Orleans Kayak Swamp Tours

New Orleans Kayak Swamp Tours

Based on 233 Reviews


Museums in New Orleans


The Sazerac House

The Sazerac House

Based on 128 Reviews
Studio Be

Studio Be

Based on 51 Reviews
Lower Ninth Ward Living Museum

Lower Ninth Ward Living Museum

Based on 37 Reviews


Restaurants in New Orleans


Loretta's Authentic Pralines

Loretta's Authentic Pralines

Based on 184 Reviews
Rollin Fatties

Rollin Fatties

Based on 173 Reviews
Ice Cream 504

Ice Cream 504

Based on 143 Reviews


Nightlife in New Orleans


Doctor Gumbo Tours

Doctor Gumbo Tours

Based on 121 Reviews
The Mona Lisa Lounge

The Mona Lisa Lounge

Based on 116 Reviews
St Pat’s Coffeehouse

St Pat’s Coffeehouse

Based on 56 Reviews


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Based on 783 Reviews
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