Step foot outside Marriott French Quarter hotels and wander down Bourbon Street into a Cajun and Creole foodie paradise . Beckoning with its intoxicating aromas of pralines, café au lait, beignets and jambalaya, this New Orleans neighborhood is home to renowned eateries like Café du Monde and Brigtsen’s.
Finding a cocktail in New Orleans takes as much effort as stepping outside your hotel. Tradition dictates a visit to the likes of Pat O’Brien’s or the Funky Pirate for a Sazerac — the traditional New Orleans elixir, but don’t overlook venues like Rock 'N' Bowl or Maple Leaf outside the French Quarter.
Beyond its parties and music halls, New Orleans has a calming side, too, with picturesque walks through the quaint Garden District or Woldenberg Riverfront Park. If you’re traveling with kids, one of the best things to do in New Orleans is planning a trip to Audubon Zoo. Test your limits at the zoo’s Kama Kourse, a four-story ropes course sure to be a fun adventure.
No visit to New Orleans is complete without paying homage to its musical roots without visiting one of its popular venues. Catch a local show at Tipitina’s or Sweet Lorraine’s Jazz Club.
