New Orleans is one of the American South's most cultural cities, known around the world for its stunning European-style architecture in its gorgeous French Quarter district. The city, commonly known as the "Big Easy," hosts the world's most prominent annual Mardi Gras festival each spring, acclaimed for its vibrant parade floats and party atmosphere. Visitors in town for the weekend have a plethora of delightful cultural museums to explore, including the New Orleans Museum of Art, the New Orleans Jazz Museum, and the Louisiana Children's Museum. The city's lively French Market is the United States' oldest commercial vendor market, originally founded as an indigenous trading post in the 18th century and home to renowned cafes and coffee shops. Other popular attractions include the city's historic Jackson Square and gorgeous Garden District, home to majestic live oak trees and historic mansions.

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