Heading to New Orleans?
Here are some of the best things to do in the famous French Quarter.
Yes, Mardi Gras is more than just one day.
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Here are 21 of the best things to do in the French Quarter of New Orleans.
See a parade.
Try king cake.
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Visit The Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes & Culture.
Visit theMardi Gras Museumto see costumes, exhibits, and a themed show.
Cruise the Mississippi.
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Learn about local history.
Stroll through Jackson Square.
Spot sea life at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas.
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Shop around the French Market.
Shop, dine, or enjoy an event at the historicFrench Market.
You’ll find art galleries, restaurants, cafes, candy shops, souvenirs, and more.
Window shop on Royal Street.
You’ll also find interestingshopson Decatur, Magazine, and Chartres Streets.
Find local goods at Palace Market.
Eat beignets at the famous Cafe du Monde.
The cafe is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Try a favorite local sandwich.
Walk down iconic Bourbon Street.
Stroll downBourbon Street, named for the French royal family, not the cocktail spirit.
Enjoy the nightlife on Frenchmen Street.
Spend an evening inFrenchmen Street, home of restaurants, jazz clubs, and lively nightlife.
Take a ghost tour.
Learn about Louisiana Voodoo.
Stop for a drink at a quirky cafe.
Want to continue the theme?
Stop in for a bite at theNew Orleans Vampire Cafefor luxurious all-day dining and cocktails.
Visit the nearby National World War II Museum.
Wander through Louis Armstrong Park.
The 31-acre park includes theMahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.
Hang out by the river.
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