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The French Quarter
Lafayette Square Concert Series
Jackson Square
Mardi Gras
St. Louis Cathedral
Magazine Street
The Garden District
Newcomb Art Museum of Tulane University
Collins C. Diboll Art Gallery and Visual Art Center
The Historic New Orleans Collection
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
The New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Uptown/Carrollton
The Crescent City Farmers' Market
City Park
LUNA Fete
The French Quarter Festival
Art for Art’s Sake
Algiers Folk Art Fest
Audubon Park
- New Orleans is famous for its gorgeous French Quarter and lively annual Mardi Gras festival, which is free to attend.
- Visitors can explore the city's beautiful neighborhoods for free.
- Many museums, art galleries, and other attractions offer free admission days throughout the month or are open to the public for free daily.
- For lower-cost public transportation, visitors can use the city's NORTA public transit system, which includes bus and historic streetcar services.
- Some attractions are free only on certain days – please check before you go.
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