Music and Nightlife

• Frenchmen Street: Known for its vibrant live music scene. 

• Snug Harbor: A popular jazz club. 

• Fritzel's European Jazz Club: An intimate setting to listen to local musicians

• Pat O’Brien’s Piano Bar: A lively spot for drinks and entertainment. 

Outdoor and Recreational

• City Park: Home to a sculpture garden, botanical gardens, and more. (Personal Favorite!)

• Audubon Park and Zoo: A great spot for a walk and to see some animals. 

• Audubon Aquarium: Great alternative for a rainy day

• City Walking Tours: All different themes from architecture, to ghost tours, to some of New Orleans's historic cemeteries 

Historical and Cultural Sites

• Whitney Plantation: A powerful and moving experience 

• Historic New Orleans Collection: Free and fascinating exhibits covering the city's history. 

• National World War II Museum: Considered one of the finest museums in the country.

• Backstreet Cultural Museum: A deep dive into the cultural traditions of New Orleans. 

Food (I'm keeping it general because it lives up to the hype!)

• Crawfish Boils: It's peak crawfish season in early March, check out the Crawfish App for local go to spots

• Brunch: No one does this better than New Orleans

• Local Cuisine: Po-boys, beignets, jambalaya, BBQ

• Pastries & Local Coffee shops: Skip the Starbucks and go for local.  You will not regret it.