Discover New Orleans

New Orleans is a city unlike anywhere else in the USA — a place where music, history, food and culture spill into the streets and every neighbourhood has its own character.

🎺 Music is everywhere

Known as the birthplace of jazz, New Orleans has music running through its soul. From intimate jazz clubs and lively bars to street musicians performing in the French Quarter, you don’t have to look far to hear something special.

🏛️ Explore the French Quarter

Wander through the atmospheric French Quarter, with its colourful Creole architecture, ornate balconies, historic courtyards and lively streets. Visit iconic Bourbon Street, but also take time to discover the quieter corners, independent shops and cafés.

🚋 See the city by streetcar

Hop aboard one of New Orleans’ historic streetcars and explore beyond the centre. The St. Charles Avenue line is particularly scenic, passing grand historic homes, ancient oak trees and beautiful neighbourhoods.

⚓ Follow the Mississippi

New Orleans grew around the mighty Mississippi River. Take a river cruise aboard a traditional paddlewheel steamboat, watch the ships pass through the port or simply enjoy the views from the waterfront.

🍤 Come hungry

New Orleans is a dream for food lovers. Sample gumbo, jambalaya, po’boys, crawfish and beignets, with Creole and Cajun influences appearing throughout the city’s restaurants and markets.

🎭 More than Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras may be famous around the world, but New Orleans has a rich calendar of festivals, celebrations and cultural events throughout the year. Add in its unique architecture, historic cemeteries, colourful neighbourhoods and legendary nightlife and there’s plenty to discover beyond carnival season.

New Orleans isn’t just somewhere you visit — it’s somewhere you experience. 🎺💜🐸