This place is gorgeous! It is just a little corner with quite a lot of foot traffic. I would say…read moresocial media made it bigger than it was.

A Beautiful building in the heart of the French Quarter. It gives off the vibe of NOLA!read more

From Native Americans to Pontchartrain Beach this area of New Orleans history is long and…read moreinteresting as New Orleans owes a lot of its very existence to Bayou St. John. At the original point where Lake Pontchartrain met Bayou St. John now sits the crumbling remains of an old fort known variously as The Old Spanish Fort, Fort St. John or most commonly just Spanish Fort. The history of this fort goes back before New Orleans existed and it went from being a military installation to a resort for the elite of New Orleans which was transformed into an amusement park for the masses which evolved into Pontchartrain Beach along with entertaining generations of New Orleans residents. The Spanish Fort amusement park was an integral part of the development of New Orleans culture and Jazz history. Notable restaurants in the Spanish Fort park area included Moreau's Restaurant, Noy's Restaurant, Over the Rhine Restaurant and Tranchina's Restaurant. The park eventually was forced to move out of Spanish Fort due to the lakefront land reclamation project of the Orleans Parish Levee Board. The Spanish Fort park reinvented itself and moved nearby onto some of the newly reclaimed land in 1924 and transformed into the first Pontchartrain Beach Amusement Park. The first Pontchartrain Beach Amusement Park closed in 1938, to move to an even larger location in what used to be Milneburg, and opened in 1939. The Spainish Fort and Pontchartrain Beach Amusement Parks brought joy to thousands of people over many generations. Sadly the amazing history of Spanish Fort along with its important place in the good food, good times and good people history of New Orleans has largely been forgotten by most these days and few even know about the crumbling ruins that remain of the old Spanish Fort of Fort St. John. This is definitely New Orleans history that deserves to be remembered. Fort St. John having been such a huge part of New Orleans history from before the city existed to The Battle of New Orleans and to just being a place of joy for so many is worthy of preservation. My video review is here: https://youtu.be/07HzYNcSGVU

I really like how this has been kept up. Not really kept up as much as left alone and the grass cut…read moreand maintained enough to not let the grass become overgrown or the remains to fall down. The fenced in plot has a unique story. Evidently, one of the soldiers fell in love with a local native American and was killed by the father, the chief of the tribe, when he found out. This used to be a way of moving goods into New Orleans via the water way that leads to bayou St John and into the city. This is a perfect spot for a picnic. There are no grills there, so bring your own food, and remember to take your garbage with you. Wear comfortable shoes, bring a blanket to sit on, there are no picnic tables or benches. Be respectful of the nearby neighbors and their privacy.

A pretty blue bridge on the bayou that is basically a park of its own. Keep walking and you'll get…read moreto Pitot House and then City Park. A perfect route for touristing or running.

Dear future love of my life, I love this bridge! I'm pretty convinced that it's a magical place!…read moreThere have been many a night when friends have celebrated birthdays, going away parties, or just getting together on this bridge. And at night when the white lights are in it just looks magical! I've seen people get married here and take engagement pictures here. Hint hint! Hehe This bridge is one of the historical landmarks that is quintessential Bayou St. John! Where else will you find a pedestrian bridge that opens sideways? Lately I've been seeing people put padlocks on the bridge reminiscent of what they do in Paris to signify ones eternal love. Although the sentiment is tres romantique it's actually damaging to the bridge so please don't do it! The weight of the locks will damage the already fragile bridge. So if you ever fancy a way to enjoy a blissful fall or spring evening then grab a chair or blanket and head to the bridge! You may even see me there! Enjoy!!

Stayed at the Roami at Factors Row when in New Orleans to watch the New England Patriots play the…read moreSaints. With a perfect central location, a few blocks off canal street, centrally located between the Superdome, the business district, and bourbon street we were in walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go! Clean rooms, responsive staff both on site and via messages, provided easy check in and check out! The personal entry code into the building also provides a safe feeling!

Booked this "Airbnb/hotel" for a group of 9 girls. Based on the pictures, we expected a two-floor…read moretownhouse-style setup with all rooms together but ended up with two separate rooms, splitting our group. The place was dirty, with stains on the sofa, comforters, and beds (just like other reviews mentioned). The dishwasher didn't work in either room, water wouldn't drain, nothing was stocked, and the smoke alarm kept going off despite multiple calls to maintenance. Also... pretty sure it's haunted. We named her Loretta

This beautiful building is a must-see. Both inside and out is stunning. Rich history, elaborate…read moreceiling details, & gorgeous stained glass, & right in Jackson Square. Self-guided tours are available 9am-4pm, excluding mass - so be mindful/respectful of that. Benches out front provide seating to rest & take in the view It sits beside the Cabildo as well, also a historical landmark, with many iconic restaurants nearby.

St. Louis Cathedral is easily one of the most beautiful and iconic sights in New Orleans…read more The cathedral is stunning from the outside, especially with its location overlooking Jackson Square, but it's absolutely worth taking the time to go inside as well. The interior is beautiful, peaceful, and filled with history. Even if you're not religious, there's plenty to appreciate here simply from an architectural and historical perspective. It's also one of those landmarks that feels inseparable from the French Quarter. Seeing the cathedral towering over Jackson Square is such a classic New Orleans view, especially in the evening when the whole area takes on a different atmosphere. Admission is free, so there's really no reason to skip it if you're already exploring the French Quarter. Just remember that it is an active place of worship and be respectful when visiting. An essential New Orleans landmark and an easy five stars from me.

Before the Civil War, New Orleans Was the Center of the U.S. Slave Trade The city of New Orleans…read morewas the largest slave market in the United States, ultimately serving as the site for the purchase and sale of more than 135,000 people. In an effort to prevent smuggling, the 1808 federal law banning slave imports from overseas mandated that captains of domestic coastal slavers create a manifest listing the name, sex, age, height, and skin color of every enslaved person they carried, along with the shippers' names and places of residence. One copy of the manifest had to be deposited with the collector of the port of departure, who checked it for accuracy and certified that the captain and the shippers swore that every person listed was legally enslaved and had not come into the country after January 1, 1808. A second copy got delivered to the customs official at the port of arrival, who checked it again before permitting the enslaved to be unloaded. At the Customs House in Alexandria, deputy collector C. T. Chapman had signed off on the manifest of the United States. In New Orleans, customs inspector L. B. Willis climbed on board and performed yet another inspection of the enslaved, the third they had endured in as many weeks. Scrutinizing them closely, he proved more exacting than his Balize colleague. Willis cared about the details. After placing a small check mark by the name of every person to be sure he had seen them all, he declared the manifest "all correct or agreeing.

The United States Customs house was formerly known as the Old Post Office and Customs House and…read morebecame a National Historic Landmark in 1974. Construction began in 1848 and it wasn't completed until 1881 due to multiple redesigns and more importantly the outbreak of the American Civil War. It is one of the oldest federal buildings in the Southern United States. The building sits on an entire city block, bounded by Canal, North Peters, Iberville and Decatur. The builing is actually constructed of brick that is sheathed in granite. The floor plan of the Customs House is arranged around a Greek Revival room known as Marble Hall. This room features Corinthian colums that are adorned with the heads of gods and goddesses. It is simply a marvel to see, and if you're lucky enough to get a tour of the inside, you'll see one of the finest architectural treasures the City of New Orleans has to offer. Some of the ceilings here have to be at least 20-25 feet high.

Understanding the history of this park is key to understanding the energy present. I highly…read morerecommend walking around, looking at the artwork in Armstrong Park, and sitting on one of the benches in Congo Square to reflect on what the incredible trees in this park have seen over the past few hundred years. It's awe inspiring, humbling, and an essential visit when trying to understand and pay homage to the black history of New Orleans.

Grateful to have the opportunity to stop by the Congo Square which is now Louis Armstrong Park…read more This was considered to be sacred ground where Houmas Indians used before the arrival of the French for celebrating their annual corn harvest. The gathering of enslaved African vendors in Congo Square originated as early as the late 1740's during Louisiana's French colonial perlod and continued during the Spanish colonial era as one of the city's public markets. By 1803. Congo Square had become famous for the gatherings of enslaved Africans who drummed, danced, sang and traded on Sunday afternoons. By 1819. these gatherings numbered nearly 600 people. Among the most famous dances were the Bamboula, the Calinda and the Congo.These African cultural expressions gradually developed into Mardi Gras Indian traditions, The Second line and eventually New Orleans jazz and rhythm and blues. To this day family still celebrate at Louis Armstrong. Park on Sunday is a day to dance, play music, pay homage, celebrate and enjoy one another.

Lovely restored building with an event space, art gallery, food market, exercise, and just has a…read morelot going on in here. I came for an event recently and there is a lot of potential here. If you see an event being offered here, I would recommend for anyone to come!

Anytime in town this is a must stop. I usually stop at Island of Salvation Bontanica and the Co-op…read moresupermarket. I get all my spiritual items and clean eats as well. Put this on your list!