New Orleans

A curated guide to New Orleans, United States: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. New Orleans City Park 4.8★ (20,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. St. Louis Cathedral 4.8★ (5,100 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. The National WWII Museum 4.8★ (30,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. New Orleans Museum of Art 4.7★ (5,300 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Jackson Square 4.7★ (28,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. JAMNOLA 4.7★ (2,200 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. New Orleans Pharmacy Museum 4.7★ (2,800 reviews) · History museum
  8. Goldring Woldenberg Riverfront Park 4.6★ (6,300 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Lux Cafe | Best Southern Cuisine 4.7★ (2,900 reviews) · Cafe
  2. Napoleon House 4.6★ (7,500 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. Café Du Monde – City Park 4.6★ (5,200 reviews) · Coffee shop
  4. Brennan's 4.5★ (6,200 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. Cafe Du Monde 4.5★ (46,000 reviews) · Cafe
  6. Café Fleur De Lis - 301 Chartres 4.5★ (5,200 reviews) · Cafe
  7. Olde Nola Cookery 4.4★ (6,900 reviews) · Restaurant
  8. Café Du Monde Riverwalk 4.3★ (4,500 reviews) · Coffee shop

Where to drink

  1. Bourbon Street Drinkery 4.6★ (3,300 reviews) · Live music bar
  2. The Carousel Bar & Lounge 4.5★ (5,000 reviews) · Bar
  3. Old Absinthe House 4.4★ (2,400 reviews) · Bar
  4. Beach On Bourbon 4.4★ (3,100 reviews) · Bar
  5. Bar Tonique 4.7★ (1,200 reviews) · Cocktail bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in New Orleans?

With 20 notable sights and 14 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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