New Orleans Official Visitors Guide - 2026 Winter/Spring
Welcome to New Orleans!
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Although famous for her floor-to-ceiling French doors and lacy wrought-iron fences, New Orleans has always been open to everyone. And everything.
Before there was even an America, there was her cool big sister: New Orleans. Chefs, artists, writers, musicians, and travelers from near and far have always felt welcome here. And inspired. In many ways, New Orleans is the original influencer. She plays music, the world listens. She cooks, the world eats. She forms a second line, the world follows. She’s been the influencer of so much — and so many — since 1718.
New Orleans may be inside this country, but she is outside the imagination. She’s a place where you don’t just sightsee, you sight-feel. You don’t just travel here; the mysteries of life unravel here. Although she’s filled with history, this city never gets old. She’s your town, deep down. Once you visit New Orleans, you’re a part of New Orleans forever.
New Orleans By the Numbers
New Orleans welcomed 19+ million visitors in 2024, a 6.4% increase from 2023!
Our communities celebrate with 130+ festivals each year!
New Orleans is home to 15 distinct neighborhoods and 73 smaller sub-neighborhoods.
The city’s bars and restaurants have received 30+ James Beard Awards (and hundreds of nominations) since 1991.
Celebrate America’s 250th in NOLA
New Orleans will be the first stop as America welcomes tall ships from across the world to the Port of New Orleans for a nationwide celebration of America's 250th anniversary! Between May 28 and June 1, 2026, you can enjoy tours, a welcome boat parade, fireworks, and family-friendly activities.
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