Jackson Square
701 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70116

Jackson Square is a historic park in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1960, for its central role in the city’s history, and as the site where in 1803 Louisiana was made United States territory pursuant to the Louisiana Purchase. In 2012 the American Planning Association designated Jackson Square as one of America’s Great Public Spaces.

Saint Louis Cathedral
615 Pere Antoine Aly., New Orleans, LA 70116-3291 504-525-9585
www.stlouiscathedral.org

The St. Louis Cathedral is one of New Orleans’ most notable landmarks. This venerable building, its triple steeples towering above its historic neighbors, the Cabildo and the Presbytere – looks down benignly on the green of the Square and General Andrew Jackson on his bronze horse and on the block-long Pontalba Buildings with their lacy ironwork galleries. Truly, this is the heart of old New Orleans.

The French Quarter
New Orleans, LA

The heart and cultural center of New Orleans is the French Quarter, a must-see for its high energy, rich history, diverse architecture, music, street performers, renowned jazz clubs, lively nightlife and the finest art galleries and restaurants in the city. You must take a walk the legendary Bourbon Street whereh the partying never stops on Bourbon Street, the French Quarter’s liveliest and wildest thoroughfare.

Preservation Hall
726 St. Peter Street, New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 522-2841
www.preservationhall.com

New Orleans’ Preservation Hall was established in 1961 to honor one of America’s truest art forms – Traditional New Orleans Jazz. Operating as a music venue, a touring band, and a non-profit organization, Preservation Hall continues its mission today as a cornerstone of New Orleans music and culture. Situated in the heart of the French Quarter on St. Peter Street, the Preservation Hall venue presents intimate, acoustic New Orleans Jazz concerts over 350 nights a year featuring ensembles from a current collective of 100+ local master practitioners. On any given night, audiences bear joyful witness to the evolution of this venerable and living tradition.

Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar
941 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA 70116-3120 (504) 593-9761
www.lafittesblacksmithshop.com

Located on the beautiful campus of Loyola University New Orleans, the Collins C. Diboll Art Gallery and Visual Art Center is distinguished by a wide range and depth of art exhibitions. Our revolving exhibitions, which are free for all visitors, include student, local, national, and international shows. We are dedicated to reinforcing Loyola’s mission by serving as an educational exhibit space and offering free lectures and workshops to the public.

New Orleans Jazz National Historic Park
916 N Peters St., New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 589-4806
www.nps.gov

Only in New Orleans could there be a National Park for jazz! Drop by our visitor center at 916 North Peters St. to inquire about musical events around town. In the mood for a world class musical experience? Attend a jazz concert or ranger performance at the state of the New Orleans Jazz Museum.

St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
425 Basin St., New Orleans, LA 70112 (504) 596-3050
www.nolacatholiccemeteries.org

Since 1789 Catholic cemeteries have ministered to New Orleans families seeking consolation and peace at the death of a loved one. Today, New Orleans Catholic Cemeteries continues our ministry of mercy and compassion with services to help families plan and cope with the loss of a loved one. Guided by our faith, we strive to uphold the sacredness of the human body and the dignity of all life as we witness the faith in performing a Corporal Work of Mercy: to bury the dead.

Mardi Gras World
1380 Port of New Orleans Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 361-7821
www.mardigrasworld.com

Historic tours, ghost tours, swamp tours—there are plenty of tours in New Orleans. But for a real, behind-the-scenes look at New Orleans Mardi Gras, there’s only one definitive experience: the Mardi Gras World Tour.
Mardi Gras World gives you an authentic Mardi Gras experience all year round, whether you’re here for family vacation, team-building activities, New Orleans corporate events, or just on your own to experience the magic of the Crescent City. Buy your tickets today, and keep reading for more details on our tours!

Audubon Aquarium
1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 565-3033
www.audubonnatureinstitute.org

Located on the Mississippi River adjacent to the French Quarter, Audubon Aquarium is consistently top ranked, voted as one of the top five in the country in the USA Today “10Best” reader poll and ranked as one of the top things to do in New Orleans. The Aquarium transports visitors to an underwater world from the Caribbean, to the Amazon Rainforest, to the waters that give New Orleans its lifeblood: the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. With more than 3,600 animals from more than 250 species, including endangered species, such as African penguins, and rare animals, such as white alligators, the Aquarium offers you an experience you’ll never forget.

Audubon Zoo
6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118 (504) 861-2537
www.audubonnatureinstitute.org

Audubon Zoo is an American zoo located in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is part of the Audubon Nature Institute which also manages Audubon Aquarium, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, Freeport-McMoran Species Survival Center, Audubon Park, and Audubon Coastal Wildlife Network. It covers 58 acres (23 ha) and is home to over 2,000 animals. It is located in a section of Audubon Park in Uptown New Orleans, on the Mississippi River side of Magazine Street. The zoo and park are named in honor of artist and naturalist John James Audubon who lived in New Orleans starting in 1821.