Things to do in New Orleans
The fun starts right outside our door
Cross the street to explore the festive and fascinating French Quarter, or simply turn the corner for the lively music scene on Frenchmen Street. When you stay at the Lanaux Mansion, you’re less than a block from either.
Also a short stroll away are the sprawling French Market, lovely St. Louis Cathedral, the beignets of Cafe du Monde, and the Mississippi riverfront, plus an endless parade of restaurants, events, and must-see attractions.
Not to mention our world-class museums, parks, plantation homes, battlefields, and bayous, all within an easy drive.
You can’t do it all in one visit, but you can sure have fun trying!

The French Quarter
This fabled neighborhood is like no other place in the U.S., with its narrow streets, flickering gas lamps, and secluded courtyards hiding the secrets of another age. Bustling with musicians, artists, cocktail bars, and voodoo shops, it’s a bucket-list vacation destination you’ll never forget.

Frenchmen Street & Faubourg Marigny
Just follow the sounds of trumpets to nearby Frenchmen Street. This short section of road is jam-packed with jazz clubs, open-air markets, eateries, and bars. It’s an excellent place to people-watch, and you might even find yourself dancin’ in the streets.
- Indoor Fun
- Evening Fun
- Family Fun
- Festivals & Events
Rain or shine, it’s always cool indoors
The inside scoop on air-conditioned, weatherproof fun

Must-see attractions
- National WWII Museum
- Vue Orleans
- Mardi Gras World
- Sazerac House
- Jam NOLA
- The Escape Game
- Bloody Mary’s Voodoo Shop
- Vampire Café
- Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
- Audubon Zoo
- Tijon Perfume – Create your own custom fragrance

Shopping adventures
- Antique Shopping – Magazine Street, Royal Street (MS Rau Antiques)
- Outlet Collection at Riverwalk
- Canal Place
- French Quarter Boutiques & Shops


