The Cabildo
Resting to the left of the Cathedral, badly damaged in 1988 by fire, will re-open as part of the Louisiana Museum. Cabildo signifies the Spanish government body, and the Spanish Cabildo was their Municipal Hall. In 1803, papers were signed in the Cabildo for the transfer of Louisiana from Spain back to France and the Louisiana Purchase. In 1847, the mansard roof was added. Soon the Louisiana Supreme Court moved in, occupying the building until 1911, when it became a part of the Louisiana State Museum.

A Horse Drawn-Carriage Ride
Pick this up from Jackson Square, great overview of the French Quarter and a relaxing way to watch the crowds. The driver will stop at Lafite’s for a drink to go.

LaBranche House
700 Royal. Probably the best known iron work in the Vieux Carré and one of the most photographed balconies. Enjoy crab cakes and a cocktail from Royal Street Café.

Court of Two Sisters
615 Royal. Destroyed by fire in 1788 and rebuilt with one of the largest slave quarters in the Vieux Carré. Today, it’s a popular restaurant with an enormous courtyard. Its name came from Emma and Bertha Camors who ran a variety store from 1886 to 1906.

Preservation Hall
726 St. Peter. www.preservationhall.com.
Constructed in 1817, this beautiful building has long been admired for its iron gates. Since 1961, this has been the home of traditional New Orleans Jazz played by many of the old-time greats. Shows start at 8:30 PM. Be prepared to wait in long lines.

Tennessee Williams
720 Toulouse. This was a rooming house when playwright Tennessee Williams lived here in 1938-39.

The Haunted House
1140 Royal. This was the home of Madame LaLaurie for many festive gatherings in the 1830s. A secret room was discovered with seven slaves, chained, tortured, and starved. When the LaLauries fled, the house became haunted by the souls of those poor mistreated slaves.

Café Dumonde
800 Decatur Street – across from Jackson Square
Beignets and café au lait – a must.

Pat O’Brien’s
718 St. Peter Street.
More liquor is poured in this bar than any other in the world. The drink, The Hurricane originated here. Has a beautiful courtyard and a fun piano bar; great spot to watch those who have one too many.

Snug Harbor
626 Frenchmen Street. www.snugjazz.com.
Go see Charmaine Neville.

Tipitina’s
501 Napoleon Avenue. www.tipitinas.com

Mid-City Lanes Rock ‘N’ Bowl
4133 S. Carrollton Avenue.
The name says it all – Rock and Bowl. Wed-Thurs Zydeco. Unique and worth a visit!

D-day Museum
945 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70130
PHONE: (504) 527-6012 FAX: (504) 527-6088
www.ddaymuseum.org
Open seven days a week from 9 AM to 5 PM except Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years and Mardi Gras.
We recommend that you allow at least 2½ to 3 hours for your vist.
Members FREE
Adults (18 - 64) $10.00
Seniors (65+) $6.00
Students with ID $6.00
Young People (5 - 17) $5.00
Children under 5 FREE
Active or Retired Military with ID $6.00
Military in Uniform FREE

Dr. Wagoner’s Honey Island Swamp Tour
I think this is the best swamp tour around. Dr. Wagoner and company are knowledgable and make this an outing not to miss. Call (504) 242-5877 – www.honeyislandswamp.com. It’s a relaxing trip in nature. From New Orleans, including transportation, it’s only $45.

Oak Alley and Laura Plantations
This guided tour takes you through the canopy of 28 giant live oaks in absolute grandeur. Next door is a trip through four generations of Creole owners and their slaves. Oak Alley is worth seeing for the beauty but the real story is at Laura. I recommend Good Old Days, www.neworleanstours.cc.

Audubon Zoo and Aquarium
6500 Magazine Street. A top-rated zoo and a must see. The zoo opens at 9:30 AM seven days a week except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Mardi Gras and the first Friday in May. Admission: Adults $10 (with aquarium $18) and Children $6 (with aquarium $9.25.) Plan to spend the day at the zoo and aquarium.

St. Charles Avenue Streetcar
From the French Quarter through Uptown, this 90-minute ride is a spectacular way to see the prettiest area of the city. The Garden District, Uptown, Audubon Park and amazing architecture make this a must do trip. For only $5, enjoy unlimited usage of streetcar service. Open twenty-four hours a day. http://www.norta.com/routes/

The Garden District
From one side of Jackson, St. Charles, Louisiana Avenue, and Magazine Street. Romance and old world charm are abundant. Gone are the gardens it was named for originally. Anne Rice calls this her home and what a beautiful one it is. http://gardendistrict.neworleans.com/

Algier’s Point
A free ferry ride across the mighty Mississippi River at its deepest point. It has changed little throughout the years and is rich in Creole cottages and gingerbread architecture.

*Best Muffaletta
Central Grocery. 923 Decatur St. New Orleans, LA 70116-3307 Phone: 504/523-1620

Mardi Gras
A religious holiday (true) falling forty-six days before Easter. It has grown into the biggest party on the North Continent. http://www.mardigras.com
Future Mardi Gras Dates: 2006 (Feb. 28); 2007 (Feb. 20); 2008 (Feb. 5); 2009 (Feb. 24); 2010 (Feb. 16); 2011 (Mar. 8); 2012 (Feb. 21).

French Quarter Fest
A free festival that is lots of fun and getting almost too big. It signifies the unofficial start of the city’s prime festival season. Visit www.frenchquarterfestivals.org.

Jazz Fest
The best event in New Orleans taking place the last weekend in April (Friday through Sunday) and the first weekend (Thursday through Sunday) in May. Hundreds of musicians perform from the well-known to the going to be known one day. http://www.nojazzfest.com

Spa Packages – Revive Your Spirit
Too much walking and too much fun, take time out and renew your spirit. For a relaxing afternoon, visit: http://www.ritzcarlton.com/hotels/new_orleans/spa/

New Orleans Online
See what is happening live everyday in The Big Easy. http://www.neworleansonline.com