French Quarter

When I think of "New Orleans", I think of this oldest neighborhood, the same way I think of Manhattan when I hear New York City or Magic Kingdom when I hear Disney World. Home to Jackson Square, Bourbon Street, and the French Markert District, this National Historic Landmark is the state's prime tourist attraction. 1690s: The area was claimed by the French. They just threw a beret on the swamp and yelled "Le Dibs!", which the Native Americans didn't understand. 1718: New Orleans founded by Bienville, who was appointed Director General Assistant to the Regional Manager. 1721: Engineer Adrien de Pauger Streets were named for French royal houses and Catholic saints. Like Otis in Superman, secretly carving out an Otisville, Pauger Street was among one of the streets. I'm not sure but he may also be responsible for Adriens Giant Chode Alley. 1763: Following the Seven Years' War with the Spanish, The French did what they do best: surrender. They ceded the land. 1788: Great New Orleans Fire, though it wasn't that great. Because of that fire (and another in 1794), most buildings (the influence remaining colonial Caribbean) date 1790s onward. 1803: Louisiana Purchase (USA! USA! USA!) brought in the white people, 1804: The city's first pumpkin spice latte and stop & frisk. 1840: Thanks to sugar and tobacco (or what my mom called breakfast), the port became the country's third largest metropolis. 1925: The Vieux Carré Commission (VCC) was founded to preserve the district, resisting demands for freeways and bed and breakfasts in the 1960s, making new hotels adhere to the style, cutting off new hotels by 1969. 1940s: The demand for exotic and vice-heavy services from WW2 soldiers increased and became a permanent fixture, despite the 1962 raids. 1984: The city became more accommodating to tourists for the World's Fair. 1985: The first marshmallow thrown into an alligator's mouth. Check my separate reviews for Jackson Square, Bourbon Street, French Market, Moon Walk, the Carousel Bar, Lafitte's Blacksmith, Chart Room, Cafe du Monde, Blue Bikes, Madame Aucoin Perfume, Loretta's Pralines, United Apparel Liquidators, and Keil's Antiques.

It's a must explore place when coming to NOLA. There is plenty to see and plenty to do! Shops? Check. Restaurants? Check. Bars? Check-CHECK! But what impressed me most is that historical vibe you get just walking through. You can differentiate which areas have been modernized as well as the areas they are trying to preserve. Some even have the original streets/walkways from hundreds of years ago. It really is like nothing like anywhere else. The culture, the music, the people, the unique structures. And of course, there's the famous Bourbon street, which is its own world within the French Quarter. I wouldn't recommend driving around. Walking or taking the trolley's are best to explore the area. It won't be done in a day, maybe not even two. But if you have the time, maybe about a week would do it. Like most famous neighborhoods, the French Quarter has its good and bad parts. Yeah, there are questionable areas, and just the same, there are some really nice ones. I suggest you explore all of it - I also highly suggest you go in a group. Safety first! My group was here for almost a week and we got to do everything (and then some) we wanted to see and do. We had an incredible time, for sure!

Great place for adults to party and have fun, but not appropriate for children. In fact, it's not appropriate for most overly religious people. The streets are clean in the morning but by 9pm the trash cans are over flowing and there is trash in the streets. Beware if you hotel room has a balcony overlooking the street. The trash pickup at 4am is very load. Then the street cleaners come through with just as much noise.

The French Quarter itself is steeped in history and is the cultural heart of New Orleans. Founded in 1718, it is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the United States, filled with French and Spanish architecture, wrought-iron balconies, and secret alleys and courtyards. During Halloween, it's all decorated and festive. Haunted tours lead you through its alleys, recounting tales of Voodoo priestesses, pirates, vampires and ghosts from the city's past. It's spooky.

French Quarter New Orleans Louisiana United States of America How's that for being specific about a one of a kind very cool vacation location? Memories are made of visits to a place like the French Quarter. Music and restaurants I haven't experienced anywhere else. I'm posting some of my photos. Soon the Mardi Gras celebration will take place. In my younger days I always wanted to go during Mardi Gras. Now I appreciate the scene without crowds! Whenever you visit you should have a great time or something is definitely wrong with you!!

This is our 3 and final trip to Nola. Used to love Nola and exploring the french quarter ... the bold jewel colors, art and galleries, street performers, wide selection of bars and restaurants. Fun of strolling bourbon street and watching the craziness while listening to some good music. Stop at french market, cafe du monde for beignets and visit to Jackson square is always musts. lots of people have dogs even the homeless ... there are lots of homeless especially in the parks. I'd avoid parks at night and not alone. But i guess pot is legal now and the smoke and smell just ruined our trip ... everywhere all hours right in your face. I never smoke and my asthma was not happy. issue 2 the noise ... the music was so annoying and blaring loud. live music is fun but 30 bands playing a max all at once while street performers as pounding drums at same time.

There is a lot to see and do in the French Quarter. We enjoyed touring the many historic buildings and landmarks. Taking in all the sights and sounds is an experience in itself. Around every corner you'll find quaint little shops, interesting architecture, bright colors, churches, voodoo shops, ghost tours, local art, music, bars, restaurants, food, and history. It's a unique pocket of the world that you won't see anywhere else. The different streets in the quarter all have something distinctive that it's known for. The iconic Bourbon Street is where everyone goes to drink and party. It's named after a royal French family, not booze, but has become a place for revelry of all sorts. Canal Street is the city's major thoroughfare where the streetcars run and is a hotspot for parades, shopping, and shows. Frenchmen Street, once a hidden gem among local, is now recognized as one of New Orleans' best spots for live music. Everywhere in the quarter there is lots of energy, though it does get congested with so many people crowding the narrow streets. Not to mention traffic. It's touristy, but you'll also see many locals there. Everybody goes to the French Quarter to drink, party, eat, and live their best lives. Some of the streets are pretty run down and in desperate need of maintenance. Despite that, it is a must in New Orleans for the vibrant atmosphere, history, food and culture.

It's trashy, it's loud, it's chaotic, and it's weird but that's what people come for. There's trash everywhere and smells like sewage but it's the southern version of Venice Beach so you'll definitely see some interesting things on a Friday or Saturday night. Make sure you walk with a partner or friends for safety as there's quite a bit of sus activity going on and it's very chaotic. Plenty of food spots and street shops that dot the area. Outside of Bourbon Street, it gets dramatically less busy and quieter.

I'll be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect from this. Was it going to be a full neighbourhood like Clifton Hill from Niagara? Would it be some neighbourhood from NYC but French like vibes? Something else? After a hefty lunch from Dooky Chase's we had to walk some of our food off. We ended up coming down Orleans Ave that becomes Basin St. Dropped into Basin St. Station to peak inside and then Toulouse St into the area. It's a really interesting mix of things in here from private residences, to hotels, shops, restaurants and of course Bourbon St and all the things in and around that area. The streets were pretty lively mid day but man there are way to many souvenir shops here. We did stumble across a few museums as well. The architecture is super interesting in this area. There are a lot of street performers and buskers in different pockets of the area. One side has a great park, the other side you come out is the water and more shops depending where you are.

Super lively and fun! Great place to people watch and soak in a lot of the culture of all ages for all ages !! Although it's represented as a 21+ spot, those underage will enjoy as well. Awesome street performers, souvenir shops, and food options galore !! This place is a def must visit when visiting The Big Easy !!

There's so much excitement in the French Quarter, whether you're visiting during the day or at night. Everywhere you turn there are talented musicians singing and/or playing instruments such as guitars, drums, or saxophones. There are so many restaurants that it's hard to decide where to dine. I relied heavily on Yelp reviews to make my choices. As fun as it was, this neighbor had 3 things I did not enjoy: trash, urine & marijuana. It smelled really bad! I felt like the odor transferred to my clothing and skin. I felt dirty!

Beautiful architecture and rich history, this is how I would describe the French Quarter. Also, if you like crowds and loud music playing at every blocks and corners, this place is for you. We highly recommend taking a tour of the French Quarter on one of the horse carriages by the Park, it's a quick way to learn the city without having to navigate through the crowds.

Great vibe, even if some streets in this area are pretty trashy. Lots of restaurants, cafes, souvenir shops, and other shops. Must walk around this area when in New Orleans.

Bourbon Street aside, the French Quarter as a whole I found to be so many wonderful things. The architecture is phenomenal. I have not seen galleried buildings like that anywhere else I have ever been. Jackson Square is as vibrant a place as you can get. People spilling out of the cafe's and bar's and into the streets (and more on the streets later). A parade or a second line around every corner. The Riverwalk was calm and serene while watching the ferry and the Steamboats cruise up and down. I really did enjoy exploring the shops and places to eat. The down side is it's really congested on the streets because they are so narrow and trying to walk and avoid running into people took more of my concentration than being able to take in everything around me. Speaking of the streets again and having to concentrate, the French Quarter's sidewalks are in need of some serious repair. I'm talking huge sections you could easily twist an ankle in. Add to this that some shops keep their trash bins out front and you're doing some serious bobbing and weaving round there. With Decatur being one of the largest streets you get a lot more breathing room near the square but I agree with another reviewer who thought those poor donkeys looked hot and miserable. I would never pay for them to ride me around. All in all I didn't get to hit all the points of interest on my list so I definitely look forward to coming back.

The jester by the riverfront and edge of the French Quarter. I do enjoy the balcony and ornate iron railings and details on the houses along the streets in the French Quarter. Greens around the houses give it the feel and ambiance I would expect here. Very walkable and lively at night and still populated and busy during the day too. Love the old school and old historical buildings here.

Gotta love this entire area. The architecture alone. Those balconies, often decorated, the courtyards in almost every building, the tall windows and ceilings, all fabulous. Put this together with narrow cobblestone streets, a thriving art community and all their little shops and restaurants and you have atmosphere beyond believe. Music bars, art galleries, historic sites... There is just so much to see and explore in this area, it is simply a must see. And once you do ,you'll fall in love

American ghetto Amsterdam, if you enjoy weed smoke and watching the criminal element thrive.

The French quarter is what you envision when you think about visiting New Orleans. Unfortunately, it's nothing like what I thought it would be. I envisioned Princess and the Frog all over again. Hahaha! The architecture is beautiful, the streets are alive, and you can buy a different drink every few steps, haha! What you don't see is the soiled sidewalks, drunks stumbling into you, and that smell lol. Straight up vomit! You can find a mixture of shops, restaurants, hotels, bars, art galleries, and other oddities. It's cool, it is, but, it's dirty and at certain points, a bit depressing and dangerous.

Beautiful architecture and wonderful that is has kept its human-sized scale to make walking around the streets easy and enjoyable. The widest street you'll see in the French Quarter is probably the one outside of Cafe Du Monde. Most of the streets in the French Quarter are one way, one lane only. The streets definitely need resurfacing as the pavement is pretty uneven. I noticed that a lot of streetlights were damaged - I'm guessing drunk people tried to climb on them? I do hope that the city doesn't allow any more junky tourist shops all selling the same magnets, masks and voodoo doll keychains in any more of these historic old buildings. I saw signs up that said "no more pedestrian malls." I think we'd all do better with less bars and strip clubs in historic buildings, right? Because I went in February, it was super freezing cold thanks to the humidity and mid 30°F temperatures. The cold weather prevented a lot of wild parties so thankfully, the streets didn't smell of vomit and urine, as I had been warned by legitimately everyone who I told that I was going to New Orleans. In general, I felt pretty safe walking around at night - safer than I've felt in certain areas of NYC and San Francisco for sure. Come in winter and check out the architecture. It's pretty!

We have always loved the French Quarter. Every year we came here to celebrate . Always stay in the same room in the same room at the same hotel always go the best restaurant, daiquiris , pat, O'Briens, central, grocery, pictures of the lovely courtyard. Doris we see Things changed. Katrina hit, I got paralyzed went back to New Orleans in May and did my beautiful trip as best we could. Day three of three days stay. Ran over a small. Dent in the sidewalk chair went left. I went right. Face plant in the middle of Ursallis Sidewalk to inches from Street Shame on you. Ashamed you should be spent a lot of money in your town. The first two days left early on the third. I wouldn't call 911 but after someone took a selfie of me and my husband thanking I was a homeless person in a car ride by and beeped we gathered our things and headed home shame shame ! Oh m

The history. The culture. The city. The people. The vibrancy. Almost everything about the Quarter and New Orleans is such a vibe and such an experience. There's so much to be explored. Get off of Bourbon Street, and discover what makes New Orleans the best city in America by simply walking around and saying yes to things that catch your eye.

No visit to NOLA would be complete without a visit to the French Quarter, and on my last visit to this historical city I had no shortage of trips to the French Quarter. It was exciting to see the hustle and bustle and eat at some really good restaurants. There's lots of entertainment at any given time (livelihoods for some) and just a bunch of people who are happy to be there. I don't believe that many of the individuals walking through the French Quarter and on Bourbon Street are locals, they are mainly tourists. We talked to several locals who indicated that they spend more time on Frenchman Street and in other areas of New Orleans and rarely go to the French Quarter unless they have guests visiting. And I can understand that, because it is such a well-known place, that when people visit from all over the world, it is something that they want to see. But we had a great time, ate some good food, same some hilarious activity, and had some good drinks that we were able to indulge in as we were walking through the streets. I definitely loved it, but if I get a chance to return to New Orleans I would like to explore other parts of the city.

I love the French Quarter! My bf and I visited Nola recently during 4th of July weekend and we stayed at the Omni in the French Quarter. It was a bit crazy getting into the French Quarter by Lyft from the airport but once you're there, it was so nice and easy to walk everywhere! I love the cobblestone streets and colorful vibrant houses with courtyards. Everywhere you go, there are entertainments, food, music, arts, drinks, and everything else in between! Bourbon street was cray so we stayed away from it most of the time but we did cross it it a couple times (you can't really avoid it) and experienced it the craziness of it! Stroll by foot everywhere and just enjoy the city and let it takes you where you feet can go! I love love this city!

*Seriously, Yelp, I don't know how three of us could review the wrong place all at the same time one year ago so I'm moving it to its correct page. Our first time at the French Quarter! French Quarter is located on the banks of the Mississippi River where N.O. was established by the French in 1718. It is an interesting city. Lots of shopping and so many places to eat and, of course, plenty of bars and alcohol! I gained an easy 6-lbs in our two days here at the Big Easy! It was a humid day but after our experience in Florida with the weather this was nothing. Explored for the first time and walked around the different streets in the French Quarter. It is rich in history and there is the joie de vivre that hangs in the city's humid air! A must visit for its music, high energy, diverse architecture, street performers, renowned jazz clubs, lively nightlife, and the finest Cajun and Creole restaurants in the city. One thing that captivated my attention (and probably for some tourists as well) was the history of voodoo. I found stuff like dolls and baby alligator heads at markets and shops throughout the city. I'm not sure if the religion is still practiced today but I think it is often used in jest now. At least that's how I see it. At night is a different scene. I wouldn't wander too far from the well-lit French Quarter streets at night. Not sure how safe it is out there. Just watch your back. It's football season! "Who dat?" Remember the Saints' historic Super Bowl win in 2009? Well, I didn't and I just learned that every time the Saints scored a touchdown, fans would scream "WHOOO DAT" (okay, so I'm 10 years slow) and it became the theme in the Crescent City and an all-around shout for a celebration. It was really an old expression that started during late 1800s/early 1900s then later picked up by jazz and big band performers in the 1920s and 30s. Learned a lot from tour guides here. This is one Labor Day weekend I will never forget... laissez les bon temps rouler!! Thanks for the memories, NOLA! Review #1502

A very touristy and bustling downtown-like area where all the tourists and locals come to hangout, drink, buy souvenirs, and just walk around. We came when they had the New Orleans Fest which was an experience. It looks like they're still hurting from Hurricane Katrina since there are still a lot of vacant businesses and buildings. All the buildings are really old and outdated.

Barbie is the Vegan who taught us That animals should not face slaughters But when in NYC What they need's 2 or 3 Parts of town that replicate French Quarters. Super Mario goes drinking around here, hence the name "Wrench Quarter". Unfortunately some stuffy men from Bordeaux came to several restaurants here and insisted that they put Frog's Legs on the menu. And Champagne. And so the locals noticed the increase in pretentiousness and began dubbing it the "French Quarter" and the nickname stuck. But to me, and all other Italian bum-bearing plumbers with spanners in our hand (not that kind of spanner, dirty girl), this will always be the Wrench Pub. The French Quarter is the tourist heartbeat of New Orleans even though all of New Orleans is pretty special in its own way. Lots of great neighbourhoods, and a real feel to the whole city which is magical to say the least. But nowhere moreso than here. And nowhere as intensely and memorably. What I love about New Orleans is the feeling of freedom and love and music and sex in the air. It's just a great place. It's been magical for a long time, and for certain since the first time I came here in the 90s as a kid. The French Quarter is one of my favourite areas, but be careful if you wander off the beaten path late at night because it can be a little dangerous. You'll see a lot of sexy things especially along Bourbon Street and long may it stay that way. Verti Marte is the best food in the Quarter for me, for their All That Jazz sandwich, but especially Ernie's Power House which is even better, omg. And it's basically 24 hours, too. And also hit up Cafe Du Monde for Beignets. I want to come back. And if I don't, Mario & Luigi and the entire Italian Plumbers' Union will beg me to return. The bars around here are nice, too. It would be nice to French someone in one of them. What do you mean that's inappropriate? Pshhh.

It was fun to walk around the French Quarter. The crowds were a little difficult to move around though. Unfortunately, it seemed like there were only a few types of offerings here: restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops.

The French Quarter is truly one of the most unique tourist areas that I have visited in the U.S. It's one of the few that could make you feel like you are in a different country, and have an incredibly in-depth history. I also underestimated its size too, as you could spend multiple days here exploring the shops, restaurants and bars! The famous Spanish-style buildings are what keep me in awe. They keep the street colorful with their pastels! Most businesses will occupy the first floor, while second floors are homes to residents. But, of course, with all tourists destinations come the downsides. It can get dirty, smelly and gimmicky in some areas.... it's hard to not have this when it is one of the most famous places in the country. For the most part, though, it won't ruin your experience as long as you're street smart. My first time at the French Quarter was amazing! It is a place I believe that everyone should see at some point in their life, and I already have hopes to go back one day.

I love the French Quarter (aka Vieux Carre) of New Orleans, the neighborhood bordered by Canal St., Rampart St., Esplanade Ave. and the Mississippi River. Each time I visit, I am amazed by the architecture (which is mostly Spanish), the cuisines (mainly Creole, Cajun and soul food), the hospitality, the diversity of things to do and the uniqueness of the French Quarter. In May 2019, just to get a good feel of this area, I set out to walk every street in the French Quarter. It was 86 degrees and 75% humidity. I walked the entire lengths of Rampart, Burgundy, Dauphine and Royal Streets before I stopped and got R, who was resting at the hotel, because I was hungry. We ended up going to a restaurant/bar I noticed earlier during my walk, so my trek certainly wasn't a waste of my time. There are so many places to stay in the French Quarter, from small, old boutique-ish hotels with lots of character spread throughout the French Quarter, to big chain hotels along Canal Street and Bourbon Street. None of them are cheap, but you'll find that most of the employees working in the hotels provide great customer service and show that homey hospitality. People looking for art pieces to add to their collection can look on Royal Street, on the end closer to Jackson Square. Local artists proudly display their talent in galleries scattered along this road. You can even check out art that you can hang on your walls or wear at Jackson Square. Many renown restaurants are based in the French Quarter. Brennan's focuses on Creole inspired food and is where Bananas Foster was created. Coop's Place dishes up tasty Creole food at reasonable prices for regular people. Cafe Du Monde is a restaurant where the most popular item on the menu is the beignet. There are so many good restaurants that it would take a long time to get to all of them. For night life, Bourbon Street at night is a great place to people watch. Of course, they're watching you too! Bourbon street alone has so many fine and famous restaurants and outstanding, famous and dives bars, providing various genres of music, live and recorded. I've seen visitors (many of them inebriated) walking down the street drinking from plastic yards, clear goldfish bowls, cans, you name it, of their drink-of-the-hour. I'm amazed at what Bourbon Street visitors will do just to have a necklace of cheap plastic beads thrown to them from the bead throwers standing above on galleries on the sides of buildings. Every night on Bourbon Street is like a multi-ring circus, and you don't know where to look because a lot of thing are happening at the same time. Only, I don't suggest that kids not be brought to this circus. There are a lot of things to do and see. Paid horse-drawn carriage tours take sight seers throughout the French Market night and day, and paid night time tours take visitors in search of ghosts and haunted places. There are many family oriented things to do and see: churches, museums, French Market, stores, Steamboat Natchez, Audubon Aquarium, Jackson Square, cooking school and others. Go experience the French Quarter!

This place is exactly why anyone will visit New Orleans. Their great french buildings and the architecture with the local flavors. Narrow street and that lovely vibe walking over here. This is lit. We were here for 3 nights and literally everyday went here. Lot many things to see and enjoy. Many famous streets like Decatur, Bourbon, Royal street, historic frenchman street are worth going for different different kind of experience. Jackson square being hub of lively performing artist and lot of taro card and physic readers. This is heart of New Orleans. Plenty of restaurants to try. Museum , cathedral , cemetery , vudoo shops what's not is here. Plenty of shops to shop too. It's a historic place and will be. It's none like any other city. Loved this place. Party place and fun place to be here.

The most famous district of New Orleans lived up to its reputation for me. We wined, dined, drank and had a blast! It's a very photogenic area with beautiful ornate architecture everywhere so get those cameras ready! The area was very safe as we walked all over the place starting from our hotel (Ritz Carlton) down to Frenchmen Street (east side) in the Marigny district and back. I really wanted to experience a jazz club but all of them were so jam-packed, I refused to go in. But, there were a number of street performers playing tunes for tips which was cool to see. A definite highlight was being able to drink on the streets which I absolutely loved. EXPERIENCE: Big Easy Daiquiris - We got legit late night slices of pizza from here. Bourbon Pub & Parade - A 2-level gay bar/club with a mixed crowd and good prices. Free cover on weeknights. Check out the second level balcony for great people-watching. Bourbon Street - A one up and down was enough for me as it was too crowded. Rowdy but controlled. Café Du Monde - Open 24/7, go at night to avoid massive crowds and enjoy their famous and delicious beignets with an iced coffee. Coop's Place - Sketchy hole-in-the-wall place where I had a pretty good jambalaya pasta dish. Fat Tuesday - If you like daiquiris, you'll love the selection this chain offers. French Quarter Phantoms - We booked a tour of the Garden District which included the Lafayette Cemetery. Pretty good tour. Galatoire's Restaurant - Who the hell wants to wear pants to dine when its 100% humidity out? They do! Overpriced, mediocre food. Gumbo Shop - Don't let the long line deter you as it goes down quick. Decent gumbo, not-so-good shrimp creole, jambalaya and etouffee . Hard Rock Café - Very cool interior décor. I hope they don't close this if the nearby hotel ever opens. Johnny White's Hole In The Wall - Is there anything that can top a walk-up beer counter with cheap prices? Woldenberg Park - Located along the banks of the Mississippi River, we got great selfies with steamboats in the background. OVERALL: Can't wait to return to the "big easy".

The French Quarter is just so intriguing. It gives NOLA a feel like no other city I've ever been in. The historical architecture, restored and renovated bars and restaurants, and iconic locations like Jackson Square make my wanderlust go mad with happiness. The French Quarter dates from the early 1700s and is the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans. It stretches 13 blocks from Canal Street to the Mississippi River and ends at Esplanade Ave. Beginning as a French colony, it includes Jackson Square and the rebuilt St. Louis Cathedral. It draws cultural influence from its original French heritage, Caribbean colonial architecture (including the famous balconies and paint hues) introduced during the Spanish rule, and finally Creole Cajun influence in food and music. I highly recommend a ghost tour and a historical tour. Visiting the Square and the Cathedral are a must, and of course you better be getting all of the Creole Cajun snackas you can get your paws on. The restaurants and street food are unparalleled and The French Market is worth a gander as well. Of course Bourbon St. is a must which became known for vice especially after WWII and continues to be the most famous strip, especially during Carnival. If you're visiting New Orleans and not visiting the French Quarter, I'm not sure what you're doing here. Toss some beads, get a drink at the oldest bar in America, and revel in so much history condensed so neatly into 13 street blocks.

Music everywhere. Seems like there is a parade every 30 minutes Crowds of party goers everywhere. Green and gold beads everywhere. The smell of weed everywhere. Wrought iron balconies everywhere. Pastel colored storefronts everywhere. More restaurants and saloons and souvenir shops and fortune tellers and foot massage joints than you have ever seen. "Sensory overload" sure does apply here, your brain will short circuit from the off the charts stimuli you will see and hear and smell everywhere. And to be perfectly honest, I loved every exciting minute of it.

If you are walking about town and wondering where the folks are, seek no further- they are all jamming at the French Quarter. Not musically but touristly. French Quarter is by far the busiest attraction of NOLA. It is a grid of 12 by 8 blocks consisting period architecture that encompasses various colonial roots that held the place before NOLA became part of USA. People tell me, NOLA is older than USA, in fact it is well over 300 years old. If you are a foodie, the French Quarter is full of wonderment with some of the finest restaurants in town. If you are into shopping, there's all kinds of local goodies and souvenirs. Lastly, if you are into architecture and design, this place is like a living museum. An hodgepodge of all sorts of styles existing throughout the American history. They all kind of stuck together. I'd imagine with the preservationist movement in NOLA, these buildings would be stuck in their former glory indefinitely, except get a wild vibrant coat of paint once in a while. Is the French Quarter worth a visit? Most definitely with Mardi Gras around the corner-this is party central.

Just experienced my first time staying in and visiting the French Quarter this past weekend and I have to say it was quite memorable! (+) Sensory overload! lol SO much is going on here once 5 pm or so hits! It is a very energetic and festive vibe. Neon is lit up everywhere. It is a vibrant atmosphere! We had a ton of fun with all the food and drink. The people watching is off the charts here! We had so much fun on both nights! (+) Street musicians and performers were, for the most part, fun and amusing. (+) I just love checking out all the architecture around the French Quarter. I feel like I haven't seen buildings like this in forever, if ever. lol (-) Not the cleanest place around and a lot of funky smells going on all over the place around here. Especially with all the sewage and trash all over the place. In less than a full minute you can smell delicious food, urine, weed, trash, more good food, alcohol, sewage, and more good food. Welcome to the French Quarter! (-) As expected, everything is pretty expensive. You expect it going in, but in some instances it is still pretty outrageous. (-) Again, as expected, it was ridiculously congested. Tons of people everywhere. Be ready for it. lol (-) Too many homeless people begging for change and occasionally one gets aggressive. Very, very annoying. It's a bit gritty and smelly, but also a ton of fun! We enjoyed our weekend here so much we have already discussed coming back to New Orleans again sometime! Very memorable and a lot of fun. 4 stars. I'm a fan.

When I tell you there is something for EVERYONE there!!! This is something everybody must do at least ONCE in their lifetime!!! I had so much fun and experienced a lot. The ONLY thing that made me go down a star is the $50 rides on the Mule-driven-carts. That was waaaayyyyy too much!!! I mean, $50 per person!!! I can drive around most of the same areas for free! Either way, I loved the experience and I believe everyone that does this will to!!!

(review # 600....wooooooo) The original footprint of the City of New Orleans dating back to 1718, the French Quarter has been in existence for 300 years!!! 300 years of eating, drinking, theatre, music, culture, Carnival, education, prostitution, debauchery, decadence, shipping, shopping, architecture, artistry, and so much more. There are amazing history museums & art galleries, extraordinary restaurants, all the 'trouble' you might want to get into is available here, as well as fantastic music and entertainment. And the People Watching is like NO WHERE ELSE!!! Guaranteed! That said, there is SO MUCH MORE to the City of New Orleans than just the French Quarter. PRO-TIP: If you are here visiting, please spend at least one of your travel days seeing what else the city has to offer as these 100 square blocks are merely a sliver of the whole of this amazing city.

Traveled alone for my birthday. I wasn't very impressed. Reminded me of downtown Los Angeles skid row. Dirty and the streets smelled like urine. Homeless in every corner yelling for money. Stopped at 3 different spots to find something to eat and was ignored. People seemed over worked and moody. I ended up eating take out at the Hard Rock Cafe majority of my trip. For being the street of main attraction I feel businesses need to hire vibrant energetic friendly welcoming staff. The rest of the town especially Jackson square were friendly.

During the day - absolutely gorgeous! Flowers everywhere, musicians on every corner that rival anyone famous today, delicious food smells, performers, all of it. Then there's the night time....I have never smelled so much vomit and urine in my life. People are leaning out of Ubers and puking in the street at 5pm. It's an insane juxtaposition between beauty and filth. I can't say I enjoyed it. I think I was honestly in a state of shock for a large amount of it. Found a few cool bars but spent every moment I was in the streets making sure I wasn't stepping in horse or human excrement. I will say it's one of those things you just kinda HAVE to see. God bless the locals for putting up with it.

Okay, if you visit NOLA you're going to walk the French Quarter if you have any time at all. Near Bourbon street but nowhere near as debauched as that stretch of city blocks. Every angle you look provides a postcard view. Unique shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants at every step. Stroll through, stop in Jackson Square itself, check out the French Market, grab a bit to eat, get a cup of cafe au lait at Cafe de Monde, and enjoy the music, sights, and sounds.

What happens in New Orleans ... gets hosed down the next day. I prefer the Quarter during the day, when the rowdies are still in bed or nursing their hangovers. Or maybe they're the ones who eat at IHOP on Canal Street. I'm still fascinated that early last century, the Quarter was a residential area for Italians and immigrants from Sicily. New Orleans had the largest population of Italians in the United States, more than in New York City. I find it sad the masses who think visiting New Orleans and the Quarter means downing bad liquor and looking for beads long after Mardi Gras has passed. There's so much history in the area and many fine restaurants. But those are the people who go to IHOP and the Hard Rock Cafe. Apparently, because they don't know any better. I loved discovering things such as the original floor tiles outside the old Angelo Brocato gelato shop. With a separate ladies entrance since even at an ice cream shop men could be boors. Brocato's moved in the 19080s to near City Park after the Italians in the Quarter began moving to other neighborhoods. Jackson Square, with its statue of Andrew Jackson tipping his hat and the wonderful buildings, the St. Louis Cathedral, the Cabildo and the Presbytère are wonderful examples from the city's colonial days. I loved just wandering along the many streets and observing the architecture. it's really a grand section of New Orleans.

New Orleans culture to the maximum! All the scenes one sees on Princess and the Frog come true with the rich blends of Creole, Carribean, French, and American. One must visit the French Quarter, Jackson Square, and Bourbon Street when you come to NOLA! Along the sides of every street, with horses pulling French carriages, one sees the colorful buildings with white trimmings and lace like Juliet balconies. Rich oranges, turquoise's, reds, and greens surround you as you see mossy looking trees with ferns and swamp trees shading over the streets. In each corner there are musicians, and in fact, sometimes you can see marching band processions start on one street or cul de sac and many other musicians join in, becoming one long musical band marching up and down streets with jazz music. You may see artists by the wrought black iron fences with works hanging around. Occasionally you'll see touristy get ups like dogs acting like they are drunk and covered in Mardi Gras beads- you'll see people all kinds of cool get ups. French Quarter is as romantic as Creole culture can become. Sometimes you'll feel that Mardi Gras never ended- masks of green, purple, and gold with beads are still lying around the streets, and stores, and hanging around town- reminding you of this town's ever rich party culture during Mardi Gras and other festivals. Make sure you stop at any coffee shop to get some beignets- even if you aren't into the rich food, you should at least sample the Creole and Cajun food. Make sure you sample po'boys, beignets, crawfish, gumbo, jambalaya and stop by the famous Cafe Du Monde - a tourist favorite. Personally, I think any cafe and shop that makes it here in NOLA is already pretty good to offer fares as competitive around town. And of course, you must try pralines and any good Creole snacks.

The French Quarter is a great place to visit but be sure to get to other parts of the city. And please, don't think Bourbon Street is "authentic" New Orleans, it's all for tourists! Walk through​ it once to say you did it, or go to Preservation Hall. It's a ​stinky and gross street. My favorite spots are Cafe Fluer de Lis, Le Jardin Gallery on Royal Street to see Cary Chun Lee's art and Lost and Found women's clothing store. Early evening and at night, you might see Darth Vader (street performer) dramatically waving his cape to music from a boom box. I really look forward to seeing this guy every year. He has become an institution in the French Quarter.

The French Quarter is kind of what the city of NOLA is known for. I think that, depending on what part you are in, you can probably find something for just about anyone. Obviously, what stands out most, is probably Bourbon St. Seems like this area never stops! Music going into the night and large masses of people exploring. Once you find yourself away from this area (a couple blocks) is where you will start to find stuff that is more historical in nature. For me, I enjoy both elements and really like listening to live music any opportunity I can get. This fits the bill for what I like to do. Just keep in mind, as it gets later into evening and night this is an adult area - not really a place for kids (in my opinion). Also, a deduct of one star because if you travel during the hot part of the year - it is going to have a smell about it that is just kind of unpleasant. But, still plenty of fun to be had. Spend some time and research before you come. Know where you want to go and have a plan. Enjoy!

LAISSEZ LES BON TEMPS ROULER Cajun French meaning "let the good times roll." (pronounced "lay-say le bon tom roo-lay") LoL Is it my imagination ? The streets look cleaner ! Police presence is everywhere ! In ground steel bollards to keep vehicles off the streets during pedestrian evenings. And beaucoup fried chicken shops on every block it seems. That all seems to be good news to me. The locals all know each other. As an outsider they can smell you three blocks away. FQ has always been a haven for petty thieves. Everyone wants to walk and see all the streets of FQ. The closer to Rampart; the greater the risk. Walking as a group is always better. I've attended a Mardi Gras and stayed in multiple FQ hotels. If you're a light sleeper, there are plenty of quality hotels outside the FQ. The smell of mj is unavoidable. Lots of fine restaurants and bars at your beckoning. Street music is entertaining. Of course the tempo is extremely higher during Mardi Gras, holidays, LSU and Saints home games.

French Quarter established around 1700 which is the older section in the city. It is celebrating 300 year in making. The tricentennial did bring a lot history including the Hurricane Katrina. The quarter found in 1718 make exactly 300 years old. It make of the Jackson Square, Washington Artillery Park, French Market, Bourbon Street, Royal Street, St. Louis Cathedral, and more. This quarter is the most fun. Many of the major Mardi Gras parades were happen here. The celebration brings it to the streets. It has a lot of french influence. Food is enormous and many choices. I would recommend creole, southern or fusion. In the quarter has several choices of restaurants. ACME, Mr B, Tableau, and more. Horse carriage around the quarter or cafe Du Monde are famous activists.

Everytime we visit New Orleans, we find something different to do and see in the French Quarter. The architecture is stunning and never fails to amaze anew. And the history, oh the history. Every brick and piece of wood probably could tell a hundred tales. One 24-hour period over Christmas, for instance, we saw many lovely decorations on various buildings and houses. We ate at two new (to us) restaurants. We took a voodoo tour. We explored Fifi's, a most excellent wig shop. We got caught up in the aftermath of the Saints' victory celebration. I will never tire of this place. Already looking forward to my next visit here.

Review #700 The French Quarter has a deep and colored history in New Orleans. Of course this is the place where all visitors want to be taken when they make the trek here. Why sit in the suburbs when you can do that at home? From the debauchery on Bourban Street to the high class art galleries on Royal Street, Vampire stores to the Pharmacy Museum to the Museum of Death, the Saint Louis Cathedral and Pirates Alley, you can find anything you want, or didn't know you wanted, here. I would suggest not wearing sandals or open toed shoes of any kind while walking through the Quarter, but sturdy walking shoes. Cobblestones and pavement alike are bumpy here. There are musicians on almost every corner, people dressed up in costumes (or maybe that's what they wear daily, who am I to judge), tourists and scammers alike. You could spend days here and not see everything. The French Market has overpriced stuff that you will just have to get and wonder why you did when you get home. Wear sturdy walking shoes, as there is a lot of walking to be done. Make sure you get a frozen iced Irish Coffee to walk around with, as you can walk around with adult beverages. Do not drive with your adult beverage, that is still against the law here. The Quarter is PACKED during Mardi Gras. I would suggest not going at all during that period, but if you are a tourist, your not going to listen to me. So, wear sturdy walking shoes. If someone asks you where you got your shoes, simply say "On my feet". No one cares about anyone during Mardi Gras except themselves, and everything becomes more expensive during this period. Be careful. But what do I know? Nothing. Nothing at all. Why are you even reading this review?

I spent a fair amount of time in the French quarter. It is the oldest part of New Orleans. It also has the most charm. The architecture is stunning. The St. Louis Cathedral is difficult to miss, as it looks majestic from any angle. There are also horse-drawn carriages in front if you want to give them a go. There are plenty of quaint shops. I liked dining, and grabbing a pint at a bar or many. It is never boring, no matter when you go. If you don't see a street performer or musicians, it is a rare off day! I enjoyed spending my time at Jackson Square, the French Market, Bourbon Street, and more. I got many of my souvenirs from stores in the French Quarter. When I return to New Orleans, I will consider staying in the French Quarter. I feel like I need more than a week to figure out where everything is. (63)