Are you looking for something new and exciting to do in New Orleans? There's plenty of things to do in New Orleans, but sometimes just the sheer amount of options can get overwhelming. If you've lived in the Crescent City for a while, you might want to brush up on some of these iconic spots in the city that may be known for their tourist appeal, but there's a reason they're so popular! Playing tourist in your hometown can be a great way to fall in love with your city all over again, and here are a few of our favorite attractions that are perfect for a weekend of exploring.
1. Play tourist in the French Quarter
New Orleans’ oldest neighborhood is block after block of historic architecture, local boutiques, incredible architecture, and sure, even the occasional bar. Spend an afternoon strolling through the streets, you might just find a new favorite store!
2. Peep the antique stores on Royal Street
Royal Street has several antique stores that shoppers will love. Whether you’re searching for something in particular or just browsing, it’ll be hard to leave any of these stores empty handed.
3. Experience New Orleans through an artist’s eyes at JAMNOLA
If you want to experience New Orleans like never before, visit JAMNOLA. This colorful pop-up art installation showcases the work of over 20 local artists who have created a NOLA-centric space celebrating all things New Orleans through joy, art, and music.
4. Catch the ferry to Algiers
Enjoy a brief but beautiful boat ride across the Mighty Mississippi before being dropped off at New Orleans’ second oldest neighborhood, Algier’s Point. The levee trail offers some truly spectacular skyline views of New Orleans, so be sure to bring your camera!
5. Take a leisurely drive down Lakeshore Drive
Throw on your favorite playlist, roll the windows down, and enjoy a scenic drive down Lakeshore Drive for a picture-perfect afternoon. There are several parks peppered around the Lakefront if you decide you’d like to stretch your legs, and the benches near the water are great for catching a sunset.
6. Enjoy a Jazz brunch at Commander’s Palace
This iconic blue building has been a culinary landmark for the Crescent City since 1893, and if you’ve never been, you’re in for quite the experience. Their weekend Jazz brunch features a special menu with live music by the Joe Simon’s Jazz Trio.
7. Tour one of our famous cemeteries
You've probably driven past any of the St Louis cemeteries a number of times, but have you ever thought about taking a tour? St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 is the oldest cemetery in New Orleans, and worth your time to visit. There are several notable New Orleanians buried here, including the Voodoo Queen herself, Marie Laveau. You'll need a licensed tour guide to enter the cemetery, as it has been closed to the general public for a few years now.
Are you planning on taking any of these adventures? Let us know in the comments!
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