This post may contain affiliate links. This means that if you click on a link and purchase, we may receive an affiliate commission, at no extra cost to you. We appreciate you supporting the businesses that support this site!
Happy belated Mardi Gras, fellow travelers! This week, we are exploring New Orleans.
From some of the best restaurants in the world to some of the best parties in the world, New Orleans, Louisiana, is a must-do for any type of traveler. Whether you travel to enjoy Mardi Gras or just a long weekend with friends or family, here are the MUST-DOS when visiting NOLA.
- Get beignets at Café Du Monde
- You have probably heard of this famous café because of their beignets, a square French-style doughnut lavishly covered with powdered sugar. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, you will more than likely find yourself covered in powdered sugar more than once during your trip.
- Sing along at Pat O’Brien’s
- Famous for their dueling pianos. You will be singing today’s hits and classics all night long. We prepared for this stop to be crowded as this is a favorite for every visitor to New Orleans. Be prepared to order their famous Hurricane!
- Brunch at Brennan’s
- One of the best brunch spots in town and totally Instagram-worthy. Come hungry and dressed to impress.
- Party on Bourbon Street
- One of the most famous streets in all of New Orleans. Be prepared for a long night of bar hopping.
- Sip on daiquiris
- You will see a daiquiri bar on every street corner along Bourbon Street. Be sure to indulge in this frozen treat, especially during the hot summer months. I highly recommend a strawberry mango daiquiri!
- Sightsee in the Garden District
- If you need a break from the partying, alcohol, and food, take the trolley over to the Garden District and enjoy walking around the gorgeous homes.
- Enjoy a night on Frenchmen Street
- Another great area to enjoy a fun night out. A lot less touristy than Bourbon Street, you will enjoy an authentic New Orelans experience with fewer crowds and better music.
- Get your steps in walking the French Quarter
- This is where you need to start to truly experience New Orleans. A lively neighborhood with quality street performers, you will also find some of the best creole-style restaurants and national historic landmarks in this district.
- Take a blast to the past with a cemetery tour
- Some of New Orleans’ must-see attractions are its cemeteries. Most of the city’s cemeteries are above ground to protect them from rising water levels. Most of these tombs are immaculate and worth a visit, day or night.
- Enjoy Mardi Gras any time of the year
- Take a visit to Mardi Gras World to experience the behind the scenes of one of America’s most renowned celebrations. At Mardi Gras World, you will get up close to floats and costumes used in the parade.
