New Orleans is a city alive with sights, sounds and scents. A must-visit destination for music, food and party lovers alike. But there’s so much more to New Orleans, a city steeped in history and there’s something new and exciting to discover around every corner.

New Orleans is a city like no other. With a buzz of electricity throughout the city, it’s a must-visit destination for music, food and party lovers alike. If you need a beginner's guide to New Orleans, we’ve gathered 6 things to do to maximise your experience. All you have to do is book your tickets and pack your Trtl Pillow.

Preservation Hall

If you’re a jazz lover then you need to pay a visit to Preservation Hall. Founded in 1961, this iconic jazz bar has hosted incredible musicians throughout the years. Now you can visit and listen to the live music played there every night of the week!

Frenchmen Street

If you haven’t got your fill of jazz from Preservation Hall, then take a stroll down Frenchmen Street. This is the spot in New Orleans to get a true feel for authentic jazz and is the place you claim to have heard them before they got famous.

Mardi Gras

If you happen to be in New Orleans the weekend before Fat Tuesday, you get to participate in the world-famous Mardi Gras festival. Music, rhythm, color and a whole big party, there’s nowhere better to be.

French Quarter

The iconic French Quarter is where you want to get all your gorgeous photos of this city. Pay a visit to the very famous Café du Monde and gorge yourself on beignets. Or try the infamous Sazerac cocktail at the Sazerac House. Take a wander down Bourbon Street. Or just pick a spot to soak up the atmosphere. You’ll be able to spend hours (and days) in this amazing part of the city.

Garden District

If you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle, head through the French Quarter and straight onto the Garden District. This is where you can stroll and stare at the huge mansions and grand cemeteries. There are plenty of shops and cafes to stop in as you explore this incredible area of New Orleans.

Audubon Park

Nestled in the heart of Uptown New Orleans, just a stone's throw from the elegant St Charles Avenue, Audubon Park emerges as a lush oasis adorned with the delicate drapery of Spanish moss and framed by majestic residences. Traversed by a meandering path ideal for strolling and cycling, this park holds a special place in the hearts of locals and students from Tulane and Loyola universities alike. Families find it particularly inviting, drawn not only by its sprawling greenery but also by the renowned Audubon Zoo nestled within. Take a leisurely stroll along the rustic trails lining the park's perimeter, where manicured gardens, charming landscapes, and the occasional tree swing create a picturesque scene to be savored.