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Ever wanted to do the Twist while rolling a strike? This 18-lane bowling alley is also a lively music venue, hosting the best of New Orleans' local bands. Jazz, rock, and zydeco create the rhythm for fun games of bowling, while... more
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This French-market coffee stand, established in 1862, offers a menu of dark coffee and chicory, beignets, white or chocolate milk and freshly-squeezed orange juice. Cafe Du Monde is one of the most popular places in New Orlea... more
Real Travelers who've been here
sasser5487 said
… and asked for directions to the Café du Monde. We followed the directions as we understood them… continue reading »
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Standing majestically in the French Quarter next to Jackson Square, its three steeples peaking high in the sky, is North America's oldest cathedral. Since 1727, people from all walks of life have worshipped within its walls. Th... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Sass_in_NOLA said
… Theatre du Vieux Carre, St. Louis Cathedral, and the Cabildo (the site of the Louisiana Purchase Transfer… continue reading »
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Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. This Warehouse District saloon is just one large room with about 20 tabl... more
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Even if you can't make it New Orleans for Mardi Gras, you can experience the dazzling, fantastical vibe at Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World any time of year. Here, you get to see where Mardi Gras is made. Blaine Kern (a.k.a. Mr.... more
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Known as NOMA, this world-class museum houses over 40,000 art objects, reflecting pieces from ancient times to the present. They have a strong permanent collection, including works by Degas, Picasso, and other famous French pai... more
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A historic introduction to New Orleans is not complete without a trip to this mysterious and eerily fun museum. Located in the French Quarter between Bourbon and Royal Streets, the museum houses artifacts and sacred objects of... more
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Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, the following description may no longer be accurate. Please consider this when making your travel plans. Considered one of the world's greatest cultural celebrations, this annua... more
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Constructed from 1795 to 1799 as the Spanish government seat in New Orleans, the Cabildo was the site of the signing of the Louisiana Purchase transfer. It was severely damaged by fire in 1988 (it only lost some roof shi... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Sass_in_NOLA said
… Theatre du Vieux Carre, St. Louis Cathedral, and the Cabildo (the site of the Louisiana Purchase Transfer… continue reading »
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If you are a history buff or just love a good scare, then consider one of the Haunted History Tours. These are walking tours led by one of a number of area experts who specialize in the history of ghosts, voodoo and haunted... more
Real Travelers who've been here
michy said
…. Tomorrow is supposed to rain, so we decided to take a Haunted History Tour of the French Quarter. Pat didn… continue reading »
New Orleans Travel Experiences
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Jazzfest: It's not about looking cute
I left for Jazzfest on Friday afternoon and after several hours of flight delays, I made it to New Orleans where I met my dad a... Continue reading »
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New Orleans
Sunday morning we had an 11:15 reservation over at the Marigny Brasserie on Frenchman St in the Marigny. We met Jelly there and had brunc... Continue reading »
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New Orleans
Repeat breakfast at the Old Coffee Pot and this time we ate outside and Pearl was there. Over to the Historic New Orleans Collectio... Continue reading »
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Ridin on the City of New Orleans to Seattle
Oh my gosh. My N.O. friends have tried to tell me the condition of New Orleans but you have to see it to understand it. Miles... Continue reading »
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Help New Orleans
It was the first time I've been back to New Orleans since Katrina, what an eye opener! The French Quarter was rockin' as usual but as soo... Continue reading »
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