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New Orleans is a city that oozes panache from every nook and cranny. Art and music lovers, schedule your trip around the annual French Quarter Festival, held every April, to experience the biggest music festival in the South. If you're after something a little more intimate on your New Orleans vacation, Lafayette Square hosts free Wednesday afternoon concerts during spring and fall, and the New Orleans Museum of Art has free admission on Wednesdays.

The Big Easy has so much to offer, and CheapTickets has the lowdown on the best spots that are big on flair and low on price for your New Orleans vacation.

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Royal Sonesta New Orleans

5 stars
4.3 / 5 246 reviews
Timeless and elegant French Quarter hotel with lush courtyards, poolsTraditional gabled windows, French doors and wrought-iron lace balconies appoint the "Jewel of the French Quarter." The Royal Sonesta offers lush tropical courtyards with outdoor pools and serene gardens. The famous Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse features live jazz seven nights a week on the lobby level. Highlights Relaxing pool environment complete with a lavish courtyard and pool barTrue French Quarter architectural style Live jazz nightly at the famous Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse Rooms Choose between a lush courtyard view or the bustle and excitement of a Bourbon Street-facing room, many with private balconies. Flat screen TVs and desks with high-speed wired and wireless Internet (fees apply) are available in all 483 rooms. Rooms are richly decorated and match the French Quarter feel.  Features Many dining and nightlife options await guests in true New Orleans style. The on-site Begue's restaurant boasts French and Creole specialties for breakfast and lunch. Guests can also enjoy a decadent Sunday Champagne brunch. The famous Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse features live jazz seven nights a week on the lobby level with no cover charge. A lavish outdoor pool on the third floor is the perfect afternoon escape. Options include a poolside massage or lunch at the Oasis Pool Bar, open seasonally.   Transportation Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (21 minutes) Attractions Riverwalk Marketplace (0.9 mi/ 1.5 km)Harrah's Casino (0.7 mi/ 1.1 km)Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (1.1 mi/ 1.8 km)Louisiana Superdome (1.2 mi/ 1.9 km )New Orleans Museum of Art (3.1 mi/ 5 km)Xavier University (3.3 mi/ 5.3 km)Tulane University (4.7 mi/ 7.6 km)Audubon Aquarium of the Americas (6.5 mi/ 10.5 km) Business The 24-hour business center features computer stations, Internet access, print and photocopy capabilities, faxing and complimentary boarding pass printing (fees apply)Computer and equipment rental services available by Royal Productions20,000 square feet of function spaceA 5,000-square-foot ballroom accommodates events up to 650 peopleAn executive board room offers the latest in broadcast and telecommunication technology
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Omni Royal Orleans

4 stars
4.1 / 5 98 reviews
Luxury hotel with fashionable French Quarter address The Omni Royal Orleans is an award-winning hotel that dates back to the 1800s when the city's first European-style Creole hotel opened on the site. Today, an elegant marble lobby lit by crystal chandeliers sets the tone for gracious accommodations. Richly appointed rooms and a posh restaurant draw appreciating crowds. Special touches such as a complimentary shoeshine and old fashioned barber shop take it a notch above.             Highlights Complimentary shoeshineOld fashioned barber shopThe Sensational Kids program provides books and games and a backpack of goodies upon check-in for youngstersComplimentary rooftop fitness center with state of the art equipment and outdoor pool and terrace Rooms Each of the 346 rooms and suites is decorated in a 19th century French style and offers a full complement of amenities including an iron and ironing board, coffee maker, fully stocked refreshment center, robes, hair dryer, flat-screen TV with pay-per-view movies and Nintendo 64 video games, in-room safe, complimentary Wi-Fi, three dual-line speakerphones with voicemail.  Some rooms and all suites have balconies.  Suites include sofa beds, extra living space, and some include Jacuzzis, wet bars and other extras. Features The award-winning Rib Room, known for its French rotisserie, mesquite grill and wine list, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Local antique dealers are known to hang at the Rib Room bar, famous for its washbucket martini -- a large drink mixed tableside by a hostess. Touché bar with an entrance on Royal Street serves light bites and cocktails for lunch and dinner. The seasonal La Riviera serves continental breakfast, light lunch and a poolside daiquiri.  Room service is available 24 hours a day. Valet parking is available (fees apply). There is a rooftop fitness center and a rooftop outdoor heated pool and observation deck with views of the French Quarter and the Mississippi River. Transportation Louis Armstrong International Airport (12 miles) Attractions French QuarterBourbon StreetPreservation HallSt. Louis Cathedral Business Pinnacle-award winner for meeting services 10 years running17 flexible meeting rooms for more than 400 In-house AV staff and equipmentFree Wi-Fi in public spaces and guest rooms for Select Guest members
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The Historic Cotton Exchange Hotel

3 stars
2.6 / 5 94 reviews
Located just one block from the historic French Quarter, the Cotton Exchange Hotel's decor pays tribute to the colorful palettes created by Degas and his fellow Impressionists. In addition to high ceilings and large windows which allow for vast amounts of natural light, all 223 rooms are decorated in vibrant colors, and the walls are hung with reproductions of Impressionist paintings.Valet parking is $30 + tax per night per vehicle. A valid credit card is required for payment for valet. Cash is not accepted.Cotton Exchange Hotel does not accept pets.
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Bourbon Orleans

4 stars
3.9 / 5 188 reviews
Enjoy the good times at this historic French Quarter hotel The Bourbon Orleans was one of the city's grandest ballrooms in the 1800s and spent time as a convent and orphanage. Today, this French Quarter hotel offers visitors a glimpse into the past while offering contemporary comforts in 211 rooms (no two are alike). The peach and cream lobby with its Oriental rugs and Chippendale furnishings harkens to a more genteel time. Storied ghostly inhabitants include a confederate soldier, children from the Holy Sisters orphanage and a lone dancer twirling under the ballroom's glittering chandeliers. Highlights Rich New Orleans historyCourtyard pool and patioBallroomSmoke-free Rooms None of the 211 rooms and suites are alike, but all offer ergonomically designed Hermann Miller desk chairs, marble baths, fine fabrics and Queen Anne-style furnishings. Irons and ironing boards, coffee makers and free local calls cover the details of a comfortable stay. Fees apply for high-speed Internet access. Twenty-eight suites provide a variety of options including some on two levels and others with balconies overlooking Bourbon Street. The entire hotel is smoke-free. Features The on-site Roux on Orleans offers Creole cuisine for breakfast and dinner and also supplies room service. Watch the street scene and enjoy an adult beverage at the open daily Bourbon Oh, accessible from the lobby. Napoleon's Itch is next door to Bourbon Oh! The swanky, New York style club, is a late-night hangout. Need a break from the fun? Try the courtyard pool. Brides can choose the intimate St. Ann Cottage or the opulent Bourbon Orleans ballroom for their wedding. There is valet parking (fees apply). Transportation Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (12 miles) Attractions Bourbon Street St. Louis CathedralRoyal Street Shopping Jackson Square and Preservation Hall Business Ballrooms, meeting rooms and courtyard dining for up to 180 peopleSelf-serve business centerPrivate St. Ann Cottage for small meetings and retreats
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St. Helene- French Quarter

3 stars
3.8 / 5 48 reviews
This beautifully restored hotel, just recently renovated and reopened in January 2012, is located in the heart of the French Quarter, only 2 blocks away from Bourbon Street, steps away from Jackson Square and the mighty Mississippi River. Our contemporary guest rooms and suites are complete with LCD flat screen TVs, ebony stained hardwood floors, wireless internet, 300 thread-count linens, IPOD docking stations, and all-marble bathrooms. Our French Quarter and Courtyard suites feature balconies which overlook the pool in the courtyard area. All guest rooms are nicely equipped to give a feeling of being home away from home in one of the most historic cities in the world! Hotel St. Helene is located on Chartres Street, right next door to the Napoleon House, a favorite among locals and tourists alike. The hotel's location offers access to an abundance of popular attractions and world famous entertainment that the French Quarter has to offer, such as Cafe du Monde, the French Market, House of Blues, and Pat O' Brien's, which are all located within only one-half mile of this French Quarter gem! Balcony suites overlooking the world famous French Quarter and a secluded courtyard pool, along with many modern luxuries are just a few of the amenities offered at Hotel St. Helene. All contemporary guest rooms and suites feature one queen bed, complete with local artwork, feather beds and duvets, 350 thread-count linens, flat-screen LCD televisions, FACE toiletries, wireless internet, in-room safes, IPOD docking stations, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and stand-up marble showers. Continental breakfast served daily. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: ***The elevator at Hotel St. Helene is currently out of service. The stairwells are the only means to accessing rooms on the second, third, and fourth floors. We apologize for the inconvenience*** Hotel St. Helene has a mandatory Amenity Package of $10.95 per night which includes an upgraded continental breakfast each morning of your stay, welcome amenities upon arrival, unlimited local and long distance phone calls, wireless internet, and usage of the in-room safe with up to $20,000 safe insurance. A security deposit of $150 will be taken upon check-in, per room, in case of damages and/or incidentals.
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New York New Orleans Tue, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 12 $242
Los Angeles New Orleans Tue, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 10 $384
Washington DC New Orleans Thu, Jun 13 - Tue, Jun 18 $266
Philadelphia New Orleans Sat, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 18 $178
Seattle New Orleans Thu, Jun 13 - Fri, Jun 14 $371
Newark New Orleans Fri, Jun 14 - Wed, Jun 19 $250
San Francisco New Orleans Tue, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 17 $446
Baltimore New Orleans Tue, Jun 25 - Fri, Jul 5 $241
Boston New Orleans Mon, Jul 1 - Fri, Jul 5 $237
Chicago New Orleans Thu, Jun 13 - Tue, Jun 18 $245
Atlanta New Orleans Thu, Jun 6 - Tue, Jun 11 $224
San Diego New Orleans Wed, Jul 17 - Tue, Jul 23 $392
Denver New Orleans Sun, May 26 - Thu, May 30 $186
Detroit New Orleans Mon, Jun 24 - Tue, Jun 25 $255
Charlotte New Orleans Thu, Jun 13 - Fri, Jun 21 $179
Kansas City New Orleans Fri, Jun 14 - Tue, Jun 18 $204
Phoenix New Orleans Wed, Jun 12 - Sun, Jun 16 $276
Portland New Orleans Tue, Jun 25 - Thu, Jul 4 $387
Miami New Orleans Tue, Jul 2 - Fri, Jul 5 $240
Pittsburgh New Orleans Mon, Jul 1 - Fri, Jul 5 $278
Raleigh New Orleans Fri, May 31 - Fri, Jun 7 Check rates
San Juan New Orleans Sat, Jun 8 - Mon, Jul 1 $378
Sacramento New Orleans Fri, Jun 7 - Wed, Jun 12 $464
Milwaukee New Orleans Wed, Jun 12 - Wed, Jun 19 $216
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Best time to take a vacation to New Orleans

  • Best Time to Go

    Mardi Gras is the most festive time of the year for New Orleans vacations. The event dominates the area known as the French Quarter every February or March. The Saints, winners of the 2010 Super Bowl home games in the fall at the Louisiana Superdome, where you can also see many great concerts. New Orleans is known as the birthplace of jazz, which attracts big crowd for its Jazz and Heritage Festival in April and May. The city's warmest months are usually June through September, reaching the low 90s. In the winter, lows get down to the lower 40s. Weather is usually comfortable from February through May.

Insider tips for New Orleans travel

  • Films Shot

    Several films have been shot in New Orleans such as The Big Easy, Runaway Jury, The Birth of the Blues and a scene from JFK.

  • NOMA

    NOMA, which stands for New Orleans Museum of Art, offers summer art camps for children, exhibits and a Sculpture Garden with an audio tour.

  • Embers

    Embers, built in the late nineteenth century, is a top-rated Cajun specialty restaurant on famous Bourbon Street.

  • Satchmo Summer Festival

    New Orleans has many festivals throughout the summer, including its tribute in August to hometown legend Louis Armstrong called "Satchmo Summer Festival" in the French Quarter.

  • French Quarter Festival

    Every April the French Quarter Festival showcases over 100 musical acts on nearly 20 stages in four days.

New Orleans highlights

  • New Orleans highlights

  • French Quarter

    New Orleans vacations are synonymous with this vibrant historic precinct. Bourbon Street, the most famous street in the Quarter, is packed to the brim with bars featuring live music and joie de vivre that can only come from the combination of French, Cajun and Southern influences.

  • Musical Legends Park

    This spot has amazing sculptures of musical legends such as Fats Domino and Pete Fountain, plus a lovely sitting area to munch on some grub and soak up the Louisiana scenery. Nighttime visitors, you can catch some live jazz for free -- just make sure to head in early to grab a good spot.

  • Arts District

    Whether you want to scope some art or join the hipsters on your New Orleans travels, the Arts District will satisfy -- especially around Julia Street. Bursting with galleries offering free entry, this trendy nook is also home to the Contemporary Arts Center, a funky place that hosts theatre, concerts and more.

  • Canal Street Ferry

    For spectacular views of the New Orleans skyline and a 10-minute ride across the Mississippi, take the Canal Street Ferry to Algiers Point. It's free if you're on foot or bike, but even if you want to take your car across it will set you back a buck. The service starts at 6 a.m. and ends around midnight, so you have plenty of time to enjoy the view on your New Orleans travels.

  • Crescent City Farmers Market

    Held every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, this foodie market brings the best produce to the streets of New Orleans. Grab some gourmet snacks, pick up some fresh flowers and watch free, live cooking demos by top-notch local chefs. Invest in a couple of homemade jams and freshly-baked pastries.

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