When you talk about the soul of New Orleans, it’s impossible not to hear the music—and at the heart of that sound is Preservation Hall. Founded in 1961, this unassuming venue on St. Peter Street has become one of the most revered music halls in the world, dedicated to keeping traditional New Orleans jazz alive for generations to come.

Tucked inside the sprawling green oasis of New Orleans’ City Park is a place where fairy tales step off the page and into real life. Storyland, the park’s beloved storybook-themed playground, has been enchanting generations of children (and the young at heart) with its whimsical sculptures, colorful play structures, and larger-than-life characters from classic tales. For locals, it’s a childhood rite of passage; for visitors, it’s a glimpse into the city’s lighter, more playf

In the heart of the French Quarter, inside the historic Hotel Monteleone, there’s a bar that spins—but only if you sit still long enough. The Carousel Bar & Lounge isn’t just one of the most famous watering holes in New Orleans; it’s a living piece of the city’s literary and cocktail history, where every slow rotation tells a story.