Looking for Halloween things to do in New Orleans? Add the famous Skeleton House in New Orleans to…read moreyour spooky season bucket list! This New Orleans Halloween attraction is filled with creative skeleton displays, funny scenes, and plenty of photo opportunities. It's a fun stop for families, locals, and anyone looking for free Halloween activities in New Orleans.

Oh my word! I am still laughing! We are in town for the Fried Chicken Festival ( my daughter is a…read morejudge) and a local friend of hers ( also a judge) brought us here after oysters and cocktails. So entertaining. They had scores of skeletons with outfits, funny sayings and everything else you could think of. Whoever designed this display is a genius. Don't miss it.

This is a great food tour that celebrates the best of the diversity of the New Orleans culinary…read morescene. Our tour guide, Ty, was knowledgeable and interesting. He not only shared the history of the food tastings, but the history of the city he clearly loves. Definitely take this tour!

Fantastic team! First time in New Orleans and it was the perfect way to start our vacation. We…read morelove the fact that this was not a typical food tour, but one that engages you and feeds you well!! A must - perfect for all ages!!

What a great place this in New Orleans! Go out of Cafe Du Monde and go right, walk 5 minutes and…read moreyou will find the market. There is a "pre-market" with prepared foods and things to eat in regular retail stores and outside eateries. That section is followed by the market itself which has dozens of arts and crafts stations where people sell everything you want/need/wish to have to remember your trip. One tip: cash is king. Some only accept cash and others will give a discount if you use cash. My general rule is that it is always safer to use cash than card in these types of markets. Anyway, there is an endless assortment of t-shirts and other clothing; knick-knacks such as alligator heads; jewelry; paintings; leather work; hats; on and on. The market is huge. Expect to spend a minimum of two hours. Even more if you are a serious shopper. It's fun and a great way to spend some time when visiting New Orleans.

One of my favorite things about vacation is unexpected places…read more Places that you ran into on vacation that you either had no idea existed or no idea how great they were. French Market in New Orleans was definitely that for me on my trip out there. I had heard of it before i arrived but I truly didn't know how great it was. I stumbled upon it after visiting Cafe Du Monde near Jackson Square. I decided to walk off those beignets off and stumbled upon the French Market. It was overwhelming. Just rows and rows of vendors and food spots. It's an open-air market though it is covered. My favorite spot in there was Loretta's Pralines and her famous savory crab beignets-which is in competition for my favorite bite in all of New Orleans. It's a perfect spot to buy darn near everything a tourist would want to buy on a New Orleans vacation. It's located right near the outer edges of the French Quarter and the Riverwalk. It covers about six blocks and dates back to the early 1800s. It truly is a piece of New Orleans history. I feel it's a true "must-visit" spot for anyone coming to the wonderful city of New Orleans.

I have some bias because my hotel was on this street (Hotel Monteleone) BUT Royal Street is also…read morehost to some amazing eateries, stores, and local flavor. This is definitely one of the more upscale streets in New Orleans where you can also get some good people-watching in. Street performers, artists, boutiques and more! Plus, all the main attractions in New Orleans are in walking distance from this quaint street. I love that it hosts so much local flare without the craziness that inhabits Bourbon Street (lol). Kind of a similar vibe to Frenchmen Street, but Frenchmen Street is more the place to go at night. :) Royal Street is certainly refreshing if you're tired of the party scene in New Orleans or just simply need a break. It's a more family-friendly vibe and the stores have many good souvenirs appropriate for family and friends.

If you're looking for a quieter and calmer vibe than Bourbon Street, look no further than the…read morestreet right next to it. There are no chicken/pizza and daiquiri shops, there is no loud music, there are no huge flashing signs, and there are fewer crowds. Instead, there are a lot of small boutique shops and art galleries. It still has all the vibes of New Orleans with the architecture and balconies but none of the craziness and partying. It's definitely refreshing and better for your ears.

The full extent of Magazine Street is six miles long, but Jamie W and I weren't ambitious enough to…read moredeal with the Nawlins heat of such a journey. We spent most of our time focused on the busy stretch between Jackson and Felicity in the Lower Garden District since we were already admiring the architecture in the neighborhood. If you're big into eclectic boutiques and cozy cafes but not into the French Quarter crowds, this is the place to hang for an afternoon. We peeked through locally owned, independent shops with fanciful names like Imperial Woodpecker and Sesame the Opossum. Truth be told, we're not that big on shopping, but we are world-class browsers. For fellow browsers, the downtown end of the street leads to more significant cultural sights like the National WWII Museum (review: https://yelp.to/YedRbqqY-N) and the Ogden Museum of Southern Art (review: https://yelp.to/l7_pkjG2Sc). RELATED - Exploring New Orleans? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/d6k4OzFtUZ

Magazine Street in New Orleans is a 6 mile stretch known for its unique shopping, dining & local…read morecharm. It's a popular destination with a mix of local businesses, vintage shops, art galleries & restaurants. The street also offers a taste of New Orleans culture with its historic buildings & lively atmosphere. Many of the buildings along Magazine Street are historic, contributing to the area's unique character. It is a shopper's paradise with a wide array of locally owned boutiques, antique stores, and specialty shops. There is a variety of restaurants, from casual eateries to fine dining establishments, offering everything from classic New Orleans cuisine to international flavors. The street boasts numerous art galleries & studios, showcasing the work of local artists.

This is a reminder of the devastation from Hurricane Katrina in 2005. It was made from leftover…read morescraps to resemble a house in a tree, a memorial by a local artist that was dedicated on the 4th anniversary of Katrina. This visual reminder of what happened with boats in trees, cars on top of houses, and mattresses in places they never should be.

Made from leftover scraps to resemble a house in a tree, a memorial by a local artist that was…read morededicated on the fourth anniversary of Katrina, this is a visual reminder of what happened. Boats in trees after the storm, cars on top of houses, mattresses in places they never should be. A stark reminder of what happened in the past and what can happen in the future through natural disasters.

Trés belle, Muses! I…read morewas able to enjoy Muses from a fun perch just past the Circle this year so I had a great view of the floats. I loved the local twist on famous pieces of artwork and the consistency in look from float to float. I would say my spot was about two-thirds into the route and some folks were still hurling hand-crafted works of shoe art, though after one year when I got too serious over a swiped bedazzled boot, I've refrained from really putting too much heart into coveting throws but can still admire all the hard work! I did love all the fun blinky throws with my favorite letter "M" on them and I absolutely love this little coin purse ( see picture). The marching bands were killin' it with some of the littlest members I've ever seen! And you couldn't even tell some of the marching krewes like the Organ Grinders and the Pussyfooters had been in the downpour the night before during Nyx with how much energy they were putting into their march! I was incredibly impressed! Last but not least, my absolute favorite float of the entire year, even more so than their Sirens float, was their new float, The Goddessey. It was so incredibly lovely. So happy for this new edition! 'Till next year!

The Muses super Krewe is the best. This undoubtedly is the most fun crew of all the floats in the…read moreparade on Saint Charles Street. We have been attending parades for the last 3 nights. And each night that the Muses come through they throw the coolest stuff to the crowds below and never miss a moment of entertaining everyone that came to see them. If you go anywhere in New Orleans on Mardi Gras and hear that this Krewe of Muses is having a parade, make time to go there and I strongly recommend you get there early. Because the crowd is going to be thick. Hint: Look for shoes.

I must say, New Orleans has a plethora of murals throughout the city and I freakin' love it. A…read morefriend and I were driving on Tchoup when we noticed this massive mural that was literally thrown up with a bunch of vibrant and neon colors. It seriously catches you eye from the road. The road itself has street parking so it's quite easy to park up the road and snap a picture of this artwork. Upon my stalking skills from my video it seems the mural is by an artist named Kander Sonmakes. These three creatures are royalty and each one has a personality to them that you can capture through a photo. Be You is a simple statement but one that we should all try to live by. If you're into photography this is a must stop in the Big Easy!

This can be found on a pretty non-descript block with a gentrified looking set of houses in every…read moredirection very suddenly pouring onto a more commercial/industrial street. It actually has a lot of elements perfect for a midnight adventure.

It looks like these ppl have some major telant... Very good art work.. I'm glad to see that the ppl…read moreof New Orleans can come together and make such beautiful work.. way to go ppl. Love it!!!

The eastern border of the French Quarter, these few blocks are packed with a variety of…read morerestaurants, bars, tattoo parlors and alleys that have art and other goods for sale, this is a lovely place to wander day and night. There is always something going on. Always music playing, food being served. I always suggest this to visitors from out of town as an experience away from Bourbon Street. This is a more refined nightlife. Close enough to all other popular locations. I could spend an entire evening within the confines of these 3-4 blocks and be fully entertained. Some of the event venues you can eat in the dining area and listen to the music in the next room.

Frenchman Street is really alive after dark. Lots of jazz venues with music pouring out onto the…read morestreet. Many creative and artsy gift shops. There is a lot of construction and the sidewalk is irregular and dangerous. But after 9 pm the streets came to life, musicians played jazz on the corners.