Adventure Guide: The Best Spots in New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana is one of the country’s most iconic cities. It is one of those cities that are known for its unique culture and indulgent celebrations. With its incredible music scene, great food, awesome architecture, and booze to try, New Orleans is just one of those cities you have to visit at least once in your life.
Here are some of the best spots in New Orleans to hang out in.
French Quarter
The French Quarter is where most tourists come to and flock in. Its streets bend along the Mississippi River, lined with colorful and gorgeous architecture. Most of the buildings are about 300 years old. Each remarkable and reminiscent of the time of French colonization.
By day, there are so many great dining and drinking spots here to hang out in. As well as small boutiques to shop in. It is a whole other scenery by night though. By night, the pedestrian just kind of explodes with light and crowd and it may not be for everybody.
Frenchmen Street
One of the most beloved streets in the French Quarter is Frenchmen Street. It is not as crowded or as crazy as the other streets. It does not mean that nothing interesting is going on around here though.
Frenchmen street is lined with many great restaurants. It is also the street to go if you are looking for some great music and authentic jazz. It is, as they say, where the true artists go and hang out.
Bourbon Street
Now, as crazy and crowded as this place can be, there is a reason why Bourbon Street is so popular. The street dates back to 1718. This street in New Orleans is named, not quite after the liquor, but after the French royal family ruling at the time.
The street embodies the soul of New Orleans with its party, crowd, music, decorations, and alcohol. The street is lined with so many iconic bars and performers. Admittedly, the party can go a little bit too crazy that not everybody may feel safe. However, if the party is what you are looking for, definitely head on over to Bourbon Street.
Garden District
The Garden District is the perfect spot to step away from the crazy flocks of tourists in the French Quarter. Tourists also love to unwind and just breathe some fresh air in this district. The district is mostly composed of the state’s most prosperous families with their lovely mansions and beautifully manicured gardens.
Many celebrities have homes in this area. It is a lovely spot to just sit in and enjoy a good cup of coffee in one of the district’s cafes.
Oak Alley Plantation
Speaking of manicured gardens, if a manicured estate and mansion is what you are looking for, head on over to the Oak Alley Plantation. This is some of New Orleans’ most grandeur parts. It also represents the bygone area of the South in the early 19th century. Regardless if you are interested in the history of the site, a tour of the plantation certainly makes for a stunning experience.
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