Welcome to the Big Easy home of the Mardi GrasWhether you want to attend the worlds biggest party tour the historic architecture of the French Quarter or pay homage to the birthplace of jazz your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that New Orleans has to offer.A fusion of African Caribbean and European cultures New Orleans is a place unlike any other. This heady mix of influences has culminated in a city that celebrates life on a daily basis reflected in its infectious music enticing cuisine and restless party spirit.Our updated guide brings New Orleans to life transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expertled insights trusted travel advice detailed breakdowns of all the mustsee sights photographs on practically every page and our handdrawn illustrations which place you inside the citys iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. Youll discoverour pick of New Orleanss mustsees top experiences and hidden gemsthe best spots to eat drink shop and stay detailed maps and walks which make navigating the city easyeasytofollow itinerariesexpert advice get ready get around and stay safecolourcoded chapters to every part of New Orleans from the French Quarter to the Garden District Marigny to the Warehouse Districta lightweight format so you can take it with you wherever you goTouring the country Try our DK Eyewitness USA. Want the best of New Orleans in your pocket Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 New Orleans