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Gardens and Nature
New Orleans is a remarkably green city, shaped by its subtropical climate, ancient live oaks, lush gardens, and surrounding wetlands. These destinations offer opportunities to experience both the cultivated landscapes and natural environment that give South Louisiana its distinctive character.
History and Architecture
New Orleans is a city where history is visible at every turn. Explore the distinctive architecture of the French Quarter, stroll beneath the live oaks of the Garden District, and discover historic neighborhoods filled with Creole cottages, grand nineteenth-century homes, courtyards, and colorful shotgun houses. The city’s architecture reflects the many cultures and traditions that have shaped New Orleans over more than three centuries.
The Garden District
Museums
New Orleans offers an exceptional variety of museums reflecting the city and region’s art, history, and culture. Highlights include the National WWII Museum, the New Orleans Museum of Art, and the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. Smaller museums throughout the city explore everything from jazz and Mardi Gras to local history and cultural traditions.
Music and Culture
Music is woven into the life of New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz and a city where live music can be heard every day. From traditional jazz at Preservation Hall to the clubs of Frenchmen Street, the city offers countless opportunities to experience its distinctive musical heritage. Mardi Gras traditions, neighborhood festivals, and a rich blend of Creole, African American, Caribbean, and European influences add to a culture unlike any other in America.
Easy excursions outside New Orleans
Beyond New Orleans, visitors can discover another side of South Louisiana. Explore the cypress swamps and bayous of the region, visit historic plantations along the Mississippi River, or cross Lake Pontchartrain to the Northshore and its small towns, parks, and natural areas. These easy excursions offer a broader look at the landscapes, history, and culture that make Louisiana distinctive.