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Hotel Indigo New Orleans - French Quarter

New Orleans: Your Best-Kept Secret Summer (and Mid-Week!) Getaway

Wait, What? Why Would I Travel to NOLA in the “Off-Season”?
New Orleans never slows down, but visiting outside of peak season gives you the best of both worlds: all the flavor, all the music, none of the hassle. Long lines? Not here. Overcrowded streets? Nope. Just you, the city, and an unbeatable energy.

Pro-Tip:
A midweek escape means front-row seats to the best jazz, VIP treatment at top restaurants, and a little extra space to dance in a second line!

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Let’s Make This Happen

Festivals, food, and fun—without the frenzy. Whether you’re here for a few days or a full-on summer escape, New Orleans is waiting - Book your stay today and experience the city like a local!

Book Early & Save

Summer Festivals & Offbeat Events You Can’t Miss

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August

Satchmo SummerFest

A weekend of live music, second lines, and a city-wide tribute to Louis Armstrong.

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August

Midsummer Mardi Gras

A quirky, costumed parade through Uptown—because one Mardi Gras just isn’t enough.

July

Tales of the Cocktail

A playground for cocktail enthusiasts, featuring tastings, workshops, and bartender showdowns.

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July

ESSENCE Festival

A high-energy weekend of music, culture, and inspiration with a lineup of legendary artists.

June

New Orleans Restaurant Week

The perfect excuse to indulge, with prix-fixe menus at some of the city’s top spots.

Beat The Heat: Culture, Cocktails & Vibes

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The National WWII Museum

History meets immersive storytelling at one of the world’s top museums.

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Sazerac House

Discover the roots of the iconic Sazerac cocktail (and sip a sample or two).

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Vue Orleans

Take in the skyline from the city’s highest observation deck—history meets high-tech here.

New Orleans Museum of Art & Besthoff Sculpture Garden

Air-conditioned masterpieces inside, shady artistic escapes outside.

French Quarter Courtyards & Secret Bars

Duck into a hidden courtyard, order a classic cocktail, and let the city work its charm.

Midweek Moves: In NOLA, Tuesday is the New Saturday

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Sunset Jazz in a Tucked Away Courtyard

Experience the French Quarter with a soundtrack, minus the weekend rush.

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Frenchmen Street, Unplugged

The best jazz, the best vibes, and none of the elbowing through crowds.

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Gators & Ghosts, No Waiting

Swamp tours and ghost walks feel more exclusive when it’s just you and a handful of fellow adventurers.

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Legendary Eats, No Lines

Midweek dining means walking right into that impossible-to-book restaurant.