This post covers New Orleans in April. We include free activities, and things to do at night, as well as with kids, all updated for 2024. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN APRIL This list features some of the most exciting and entertaining activities that you’ll find in NOLA during the month of April. For […]
This post is a self-guided tour of things to see and do in Jackson Square, a National Historic Landmark in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter. In this post, we address food, lodgings, entertainment, and other activities available in the Square, as well as a short self-guided tour. WHAT IS JACKSON SQUARE? Jackson Square […]
The following post provides dozens of things to do in New Orleans in March 2024. We include family-friendly, nighttime, as well as free events and attractions. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN MARCH In this section, we will cover the most popular activities you can enjoy during the month of March in New Orleans. Make […]
This post lists ten reasons why you should visit St. Louis Cemetery #1, the oldest cemetery in New Orleans. We cover the famous people buried here, burial styles, and include tips for planning your visit. OVERVIEW New Orleans is known for many things, but some of the most iconic sights in the city are its […]
This post covers things to do in February in New Orleans (updated for 2024), including free events, things to do at night, and family-friendly activities. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN FEBRUARY This section covers our top 10 activities that you can enjoy in New Orleans in February. For tips on the most popular activities […]
Bounded by Elysian Fields and Esplanade Avenue, the Faubourg Marigny is one of New Orleans’ oldest neighborhoods. Originally it was a prosperous plantation, and much the old French colonial buildings were constructed from cypress trees cut to clear the land. The plantation later specialized in brick laying. The owner in 1805 was Bernard de Marigny. […]
This post covers things to do in January in New Orleans. We include free, nighttime, as well as family-friendly activities and events, all updated for 2024. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN JANUARY This section covers our top 10 activities that you can enjoy in New Orleans in January. For tips on the most popular […]
This post is about how to see a jazz performance at the legendary Preservation Hall in New Orleans, including tickets, schedules, and reviews. Tickets and Schedule Preservation Hall is small. This keeps the scene intimate, just like it was at the beginning of New Orleans jazz. There are only 100 admissions for each set. Each set […]
The following post provides a list of things to do in New Orleans in December, updated for 2024. We include family-friendly, nighttime, and free activities. As local tour guides, we compiled this list based on our own experiences, but also answering your questions. We lead hundreds of people each week through the streets of New […]
This post is designed to help visitors plan a trip to the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum, including tickets, discounts, the best times to visit, and what to expect while you’re here. Plan Your Visit Tickets Exhibit Details Nearby Attractions Things to Do in NOLA Free Tours By Foot PLAN YOUR VISIT The following […]
This post explains what a beignet is, where you should eat them in New Orleans as well as explaining the different varieties available. WHAT IS A BEIGNET? No visit to New Orleans would be complete without indulging in the time-honored tasty tradition of eating beignets and sipping a cafe au lait. Beignets, the French word […]
This post covers things to do in November in New Orleans. These lists have been updated for 2024. We include a top 10 list, free things to do, nighttime as well as family-friendly activities. As local tour guides, we compiled this list based on our own experiences, but also answering your questions. We lead hundreds […]
This post covers things to do in New Orleans during the month of October, including free, nighttime, as well as family-friendly activities, all updated for 2024. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN OCTOBER This is our list of the 10 most interesting and entertaining attractions and events in New Orleans during the month of October. […]
This post has the information you need to make the most of New Orleans’ bi-annual Restaurant Week. 2024 dates of the Restaurant week is yet to be announced. Last year dates were June 19-25. WHAT IS RESTAURANT WEEK? During Restaurant Week, over 80 restaurants in New Orleans offer a prix-fixe menu at discounted prices. Some […]
This post is a review of Cajun Pride Swamp Tours, including reviews of their plantation tours and combination tickets. Company Review Swamp Tours Plantation Tours Combination Tours All Swamp Tours All Plantation Tours Tip: Before booking a tour, check out if they are included in any of the tourist discount passes. Check out our post […]
This post provides details about some of the best segway tours available in New Orleans, including information about locations covered, ticket prices, availability and even discount opportunities! Overview City Segway Tours Nation Tours Discounts Free Tours By Foot Other Things to Do in NOLA OVERVIEW There are currently two different companies offering segway […]
