What to see in New Orleans?

[Dan1647545506]

going there for christmas this year. were staying at the Marriott by the french quarters. whats some ideas on what to see and/or do

[Pedro1647545510]

http://www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/

 

 

I heard Oak Alley Plantation was a nice place to visit as well.

[Dan1647545506]

i've been on that website for a little bit. just asking to see what the people who have been there recommend

[Mr. Jones]

The single largest group of people on public assistance ever.

[Dave1647545494]

strip clubs and casinos

[neonkiller]

The single largest group of people on public assistance ever.

 

"Elkhart Indiana":cool:

[nurkvinny]

Ask the bartenders if you can see their "albums".

 

[dover]

I was stationed down at Polk in Louisiana, so I have been to NO about 10 times. Bourbon Street is about a 1/2 mile long of bars. French Quarters is really nice allot of shops and cool stuff to do in walking distance. I would STRONGLY recommend avoiding anything outside of the downtown area. It is EXTREMELY dangerous and the city is pretty much in ruins outside the centralized area. There are allot of bums and beggers. The crime rate is pretty bad so please watch your wallet. If you have the ability to travel about an hour check out Baton Rouge and see the Mall of Louisiana. It is huge and has an out door portion like easton. I stayed at the Hilton on the Mississippi when i stayed in NO they offer a great military rate. There is a casino right next to it, that I can't seem to remember the name of, but it is very nice.

 

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It may not snow (often) there but pack for chilly/cold weather. Enjoy your time.

[Dan1647545506]

awesome, thanks for the info dover.

[Duff1647545513]

French Quarters will have more locals than bourbon st and may be busier this time of year. Be careful wherever you go and don't walk the street alone no matter where you are. Dover is right about it being dangerous. I've heard from some locals of quite a dew muggings downtown even when i went. Stay away from streets with few people. It is a cool place with casinos and strip clubs, i had a blast when i went. Just be safe