InterContinental New Orleans

Begin your day the New Orleans way by visiting Café du Monde or one of the iconic beignet shops scattered around the city and indulge in hot beignets covered with powdered sugar and freshly brewed coffee. Once energized, visit the Ogden Museum of Southern Art to admire an impressive breadth of regional paintings, photographs, and sculptures. Delve into the history of jazz, explore interactive exhibits, and watch musical performances at the New Orleans Jazz Museum. With over 365 annual concerts, 25,000 museum artifacts, and an array of festivals throughout the year, the excitement is on year-round. For a magnificent shopping experience, venture to Royal Street, which is brimming with family-owned antique shops and fine art galleries. Be sure to admire the striking 18th-century French-inspired buildings that line the streets as you go.

For lunch, delight in the Cajun favorites the Big Easy is famous for by visiting the Garden District, which is known for its incredible restaurants and cafes, along with its magnolia-lined streets and magnificent homes. Hop on the St. Charles Streetcar Line and enjoy the views from the vintage streetcar as you move through the city. Afterward, make your way to Magazine Street. This famous street runs six miles parallel to the Mississippi River and traverses several of the city's neighborhoods. Visit the National World War II Museum to hear first-person oral histories from those who fought in the war, immerse yourself in the multimedia experiences, and contemplate the artifacts collections. Later, stop by Canal Street to explore the interesting stores, theaters, and museums before wandering over to the French Quarter. Take a leisurely stroll through Jackson Square and appreciate the works of local artists before entering St. Louis Cathedral or the Cabildo. No matter what you decide to do, there are always entertaining and fascinating things to do in the French Quarter.

With live jazz clubs, iconic bars, and trendy restaurants, there are many exciting things to do near Bourbon Street once the sun goes down. Take a ride through the vibrant streets of this thrilling city in a mule-drawn carriage or stroll through the French Quarter and marvel at the historic Creole townhouses. Sports enthusiasts can get a ticket to attend a game at the state-of-the-art Smoothie King Center to watch the New Orleans Pelicans or the New Orleans Voodoo play. Fans of the New Orleans Saints can cheer on their team at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.College football fans should make it a point to go to the Sugar Bowl if visiting New Orleans in January.