What is the French Quarter?
The French Quarter is the city’s oldest and best-known neighborhood. It’s home to Bourbon Street, where many first-timers go to party. But the Quarter offers so much more, from gorgeous architecture, history, antiques, local boutiques, great food, music and views of the Mississippi.
Is it worth visiting?
The French Quarter is a must-visit neighborhood, introducing the city’s history and culture. It’s a treat for all the senses, and a compact area you can explore for days.
Tickets, accessibility and booking
Some of the old cobblestone streets in this old neighborhood can be tricky, but the French Quarter is entirely walkable. Royal Street—a destination for antiques—is closed to vehicle traffic during the day. For a free French Quarter history lesson, download the HNOC’s French Quarter Tours app to hear about important sites and stories as you walk around.
Where’s good to eat in the French Quarter?
The Quarter is home to classic, elegant restaurants like Galatoire’s, more contemporary options like Palm and Pine and beloved dives like Coop’s Place. There are really too many top French Quarter restaurants to name, so as long as you avoid the tourist traps (you’ll know), you’ll have a great meal.