A Guide to New Orleans Top Must-Do's

Listen to live music: New Orleans is famous for its music scene. From jazz and blues to brass bands and funk, there's always something happening in the city's many music venues.

Take a swamp tour: Explore the city's natural beauty on a swamp tour, where you'll get up close and personal with alligators, birds, and other wildlife.

Visit a museum: New Orleans is rich in history and culture, and there are plenty of museums to explore, such as the National WWII Museum or the New Orleans Museum of Art.

Attend an event: Festival season is in New Orleans all year round, with major events such as Mardi Gras, The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, Essence Festival of Culture and more drawing crowds from all over the world. As the city transitions into fall, the celebration continues with events like Southern Decadence, Oktoberfest, NOLAxNOLA, and Oak Street Po’Boy Festival.

Explore the French Quarter: This historic district is home to some of the city's most iconic landmarks, like Jackson Square and the St. Louis Cathedral. Wander the narrow streets, admire the architecture, and stop in at a bar or two for a drink.

Take a streetcar ride: The city's streetcars are a fun and convenient way to explore, with lines running through the Garden District, Uptown, and Mid-City neighborhoods.