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French Quarter - At night in the French Quarter

French Quarter

4.3(251 reviews)
5.3 mi•French Quarter

What can be said about the French Quarter that hasn't already been written a thousand times?…read more Plenty--once you see it the right way. If you've never been, skip the chaos of Mardi Gras and visit during the quieter stretches of mid-spring, preferably during the day. That's when the Quarter reveals itself. The crowds thin just enough to let you move at your own pace, to look up at the wrought-iron balconies, to hear the music before you see the musician, and to take it all in without fighting your way through it. History here isn't something you read about--it surrounds you. Spend time at Jackson Square, anchored by its iconic statue of Andrew Jackson, and framed by the stunning St. Louis Cathedral. Artists line the square, musicians fill the air, and street performers remind you that this city doesn't separate culture from daily life--it lives it. And then there's the food and music--both deeply rooted, unapologetically bold, and unmistakably New Orleans. Yes, the flavors can lean spicy, but the kitchens here know their audience. Just speak up, and they'll meet you where you are. But here's the truth: no photograph, no movie, no travel piece ever quite captures this place. The French Quarter isn't something you observe--it's something you experience. And once you do, you'll understand why people keep coming back, trying to put into words what is, at its core, impossible to fully explain.

Another lovely time in the French Quarter while visiting my dear and treasured friend. This visit…read morewas extra special because we got to experience a Pride parade...talk about festive and fun! I loved seeing all the different themes, outfits, dancing, the energy, and the pure happiness that everyone brought. It was such a joyful and unforgettable celebration! Oh and I even collected some beads, stickers and Swiss navy supplies! *If you know, you know!

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French Quarter - Calle santa ana

Calle santa ana

French Quarter - The Vampire Cafe

The Vampire Cafe

French Quarter - One of many haunted houses

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One of many haunted houses

Gallier House

Gallier House

4.8(26 reviews)
4.9 mi•French Quarter

Everything I hoped it would be and more. Our guided tour was thorough and had so much detail but…read morenever overwhelming. Our guide went through not only the design details of the historic spaces but also their day to day uses and how the family spent time in each room. She gave us time to ask questions after each room as well. I was so impressed with the state of the house- not overly pristine or fake but in a state of preservation, which is what I hope to see in a historic home. Our guided tour was kind enough to tell me and another set of guests about how the home was used for AMC's Interview With The Vampire and how the set designers worked with the museum to recreate a set version. I was unsure of my 13 year old would enjoy herself but she really enjoyed soaking up the spaces and all of the detail our guide gave of how the home was used.

We took the nighttime Death and Mourning tour and it was so acceptable and educational. We learned…read moreso much about Victorian life in New Orleans, from the perspective of both the affluent and the enslaved. Our tour guide(who's name i can't remember, so sorry!) was such a pleasure to listen to and made the entire tour so enjoyable.

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Gallier House - Period accurate bed clothes including mosquito net used to protect from the transmission of yellow fever.

Period accurate bed clothes including mosquito net used to protect from the transmission of yellow fever.

Gallier House - The bedroom of an enslaved worker. This house held four people in slavery, the sister property held 8.

The bedroom of an enslaved worker. This house held four people in slavery, the sister property held 8.

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Spanish Plaza - Tranquil.

Spanish Plaza

3.8(13 reviews)
5.7 mi•Central Business District

Beautiful fountain on the water front at the plaza. Its changed thru the years. You used to be able…read moreto go down and sit in front of the tiles with the water misting you. That was fabulous in the warmer months. Now you can't...benches are long gone. But its beautiful to look at....especially at night.

Wow. It has been a while since this place has been reviewed and man has things changed. This Plaza…read moreis currently under construction and is a wide open waterfront space that overlooks the Mississippi River towards Algiers. It is located between the old ferry terminal and the CityWalk shops. The main feature of the Plaza is a large fountain. It has now changed Its inner portion use to be lined with the seals of the provinces of Spain and you could also be able to walk right down to the fountain. With the renovation, both of those features are now gone. You will also find a Mardi Gras Jester statue here too. This is where one of the river cruise tour boats are docked. I did not see many benches of places to sit here, outside of sitting on the fountain and there is not much shade other than that from the Market Place and World Trade Center. There are paid parking lots, metered street parking and garages available to park, but they are all a short walk. Nothing is really close. There use to be a Fat Tuesday and seafood restaurant here, but that has since gone due to the construction. In 1976, Spain dedicated the plaza to the City in remembrance of their common historical past. It also served as a pledge of fraternity in the future. It was originally named Eads Plaza, after James Eads, the engineer who improved the navigability of the mouth of the Mississippi River. You get one of the best views of the Mississippi River Bridge from here. That is the bridge that connects the city's East and West Banks. Fun fact: This is where the Rex Crew land every year on Fat Tuesday to kick off Mardi Gras Day. The space hosts music concerts, art exhibits, rallys and festivals. I like this park, mostly for what it was in the past and what it can be. Currently there is not much here except the fountain, which is a nice one. I hope that this place reaches it potential soon. It will be awesome again.

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Spanish Plaza
Spanish Plaza
Spanish Plaza

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