Whether you want to attend the world's biggest party, tour the historic architecture of the French Quarter, or pay homage to the birthplace of jazz, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that New Orleans has to offer.

A fusion of African, Caribbean and European cultures, New Orleans is a place unlike any other. This heady mix of influences has culminated in a city that celebrates life on a daily basis, reflected in its infectious music, enticing cuisine and restless party spirit.

Our updated 2024 guide brings New Orleans to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the city's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. DK Eyewitness New Orleans is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime.

Inside DK Eyewitness New Orleans you will find:

-A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of New Orlean's must-sees and hidden gems.
-Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day.
-Expert advice honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money.
-Color-coded chapters to every part of New Orleans, from the French Quarter to the Garden District, Marigny to the Warehouse District.
-Practical tips the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay.
-Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently.
-Covers: Upper French Quarter, Lower French Quarter, Marigny, Bywater and Treme Warehouse and Central Business Districts, Garden District and Uptown Mid-City, Beyond New Orleans

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