Orleans Parish

Province ·🇺🇸 United States

Population 389,617

Area 905 km²

Time zone America/Chicago

Official website nola.gov/next/home/

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Explore Orleans Parish

Historic Churches

This collection highlights six historically and architecturally significant Christian churches in New Orleans, featuring the iconic Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Louis King of France alongside notable Roman Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian, and Methodist congregations. These churches showcase diverse architectural styles and reflect the city’s rich religious and cultural heritage.

6 places

Top Parks & Recreation

Discover New Orleans' diverse parks and recreational areas, including historic squares like Jackson Square, expansive urban green spaces such as City Park, and cultural sites like the Sydney & Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. The list also features renowned golf courses within City Park and Audubon Park, along with wildlife refuge and historic military sites that showcase the region’s rich heritage and natural environment.

9 places

Cultural Treasures of New Orleans

Discover New Orleans through its diverse museums and cultural centers, including historic buildings like The Cabildo and The Presbytère, the city’s oldest fine arts museum, the New Orleans Museum of Art, and unique sites such as the New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum and Mardi Gras World. This collection highlights architecture, history, art, and local traditions.

10 places

Iconic New Orleans Eateries

Explore New Orleans’ culinary heritage through a diverse selection of dining and drinking establishments. This list features historic bars like Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop, classic open-air cafes such as Café du Monde, and a variety of regional restaurants offering Creole, French, Greek, and seafood specialties in authentic settings across the city.

12 places