Lonely Planet New Orleans

Lonely Planet New Orleans by Joel Balsam, Lonely Planet, Adam Karlin, and Regis St Louis provides insights from local travel experts to help you plan the trip of a lifetime to New Orleans.

Discover New Orleans' most popular experiences and best-kept secrets, neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Immerse yourself in the live music joints that fill Frenchman Street, take a stroll through City Park's acres of forest, and admire the architecture of the townhouses in the French Quarter.

Build a memorable trip with Lonely Planet New Orleans travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format offers the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips.

Updated with a new structure and design, navigate New Orleans and connect experiences with ease.

Create your ideal trip with exciting Perfect Day itineraries featuring suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions, plus day trips from New Orleans to explore the surrounding areas.

Get fresh takes on must-visit sights and expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more.

The essential information toolkit contains tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel.

Connect with New Orleans culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions.

Enjoy inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps, including a pull-out map of New Orleans.

Covers: French Quarter; Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest; Faubourg Marigny and Bywater; CBD and Warehouse District; Garden, Lower Garden and Central City; Uptown and Riverbend; Mid-City, Bayou St John and City Park; Treme-Lafitte plus day trips to River Road Plantations; Down the Bayou; St Francisville; Lafayette and Breaux Bridge; Cajun Prairie.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet New Orleans.