Welcome to the Big Easy, home of the Mardi Gras

Whether you want to attend the world's 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 expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the city's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods.

You'll discover:

• our pick of New Orleans's must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems
• the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
• detailed maps and walks which make navigating the city easy
• easy-to-follow itineraries
• expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
• colour-coded chapters to every part of New Orleans, from the French Quarter to the Garden District, Marigny to the Warehouse District
• a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness USA. Want the best of New Orleans in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 New Orleans