Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to New Orleans.

Discover New Orleans' most popular experiences and best kept secrets - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - from immersing yourself in the live music joints that fill Frenchman Street, to taking a stroll through City Park's acres of forest, and admiring the architecture of the town houses in the French Quarter.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's New Orleans travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate New Orleans and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your ideal trip with exciting Perfect Day itineraries with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions, plus day trips from New Orleans so you can 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
• Essential information toolkit containing 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
• 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's New Orleans.