Top 10 New Orleans Experiences
By Citysearch Editors, New Orleans
From a popular landmark or attraction to a must-visit restaurant or bar, uncover New Orleans' ultimate top 10 experiences.
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Bourbon Street
New Orleans, LA
With so many attractions--decadent and historical--an evening on this venerable strip can be whatever you want to make it. -
Jackson Square
St Peter St, New Orleans, LA
Have your fortune told or portrait painted and watch mimes and street performers at New Orleans' original town square. -
Galatoire's Restaurant
209 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
Penciling in a cocktail-friendly, three-hour Friday lunch at this old-line Creole institution, founded in 1906, is a must. -
Pat O'Brien's
624 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA
Sip an infamous rum-spiked hurricane in the raucous piano bar, where the request line is always open. -
Tipitina's
501 Napoleon Ave, New Orleans, LA
Home of the Nevilles, this nightlife staple is the place to hear New Orleans sounds of the past, present and future. -
Audubon Zoo
6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA
Take a trip to Uptown's idyllic forest primeval; kids can see 1,500 animals and watch elephants and sea lions perform. -
Canal Street/Algiers Ferry
1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA
See the city skyline from the middle of the mighty Mississippi River on this often overlooked attraction. -
Preservation Hall
726 St Peter St, New Orleans, LA
This century-old musical showcase features down-home New Orleans jazz by a mixture of old and new talent. -
Mother's Restaurant
401 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA
The perfect po'boy is worth the wait at this cafeteria-style deli. -
Cafe du Monde
800 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA
This French Quarter staple serves up steaming cafe au lait and crispy beignets around the clock.
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French Market
Decatur St and N Peters St, New Orleans, LA
This 18th-century mall is the best place to find New Orleans trinkets and regional fare. -
Casamento's Restaurant
4330 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA
Suck down a dozen oysters and sip on an icy beer at this legendary Uptown raw bar. -
Lucky Dogs
517 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA
Comical street carts peddle late-night eats to the Bourbon Street masses. -
Muriel's Jackson Square
801 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA
Grab a nightcap at the bar and retire to the romantic balcony nestled in the Jackson Square live oaks. -
Maple Leaf Bar
8316 Oak St, New Orleans, LA
A no-frills neighborhood joint renowned for offering top-flight local and regional music.
