Louisiana’s topmost tourist attractions are in and around the city of New Orleans, the center of Creole culture and cuisine. This city is best known for its annual Mardis Gras festivals and excellent musical and theatrical entertainment. Another great city for sightseeing is the state capitol, Baton Rouge, where you can tour the old Capitol Building, which is rumored to be haunted.

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The famous French Quarter is New Orleans’ oldest and most famous neighborhood. Its beautiful buildings date back as far as 300 years, many with fashioned iron balconies that extend over the tourist-filled sidewalks below. Visitors flock to the French Quarter for sightseeing, shopping, dining, and entertainment, and the area is packed during the annual Mardis Gras festivities.

 

The best-known area is Bourbon Street, which is alive year-round with hordes of tourists, live music, jazz concerts, and delicious street eats.