What should *not miss* if in New Orleans, LA for a day (and not an S & M fan)?

[ForrestGump]

Actually, I've been there and done that.

Not the BDSM, I hasten to add. :o

It was a copycat that needed to be freed from my consciousness before I could sleep....

[Robeson]

1. I use to go there quite a bit, but now that it is a Potemkin village, .....

...I'm not sure what to suggest...:shrug:

[ForrestGump]

2. I only spent a little time there

but never particularly liked it that much, the tourist areas (especially the French Quarter -- I'd love it, the architecture and everything, if they'd get the stupid, obnoxious, drunk tourists out of there) most of all.

I like oyster po' boys, though. :D

And, of course, jambalaya and a couple of other things.

And the Aquarium.

[stuntcat]

3. have coffee & a beignet at the Cafe du Monde!

it's at the French Market on Decatur Street, it's open 24 hours.

[stuntcat]

4. (and find the graveyard in town)

If you find a cemetary in the city take a picture and post it! I haven't been in like 15 years but I don't think it got washed away. (that's a though.. the graveyard on-the-move..)

[lutefisk]

6. And a muffuletta sandwich nearby at Central Grocery

923 Decatur Street



A carriage ride might sound hokey, but you'll see the French Quarter (and put more money into the local economy).

[NightWatcher]

9. Save New Orleans

One beer at a time:
I could go for a Hurricane from Pat O'Brien's, an Apocalypto Rum Punch from Margaritaville, and a Crescent City Brew from the CCBrewhouse.

and of course a sandwich from Central Grocery

[Shell Beau]

5. Cafe Du Mond!!!

:)

Also, I think just walking around the quarter and taking in all of the sights is a great way to spend the day. New Orleans has so much more to offer though! But for 1 day, that is how I would spend it! Have fun!

[CottonBear]

7. Tour Saint Louis Cathedral and visit Jackson Square after eating at Cafe Du Monde.

The guide explains the history, architecture, artwork of the cathedral. The church is very old and historic. The tour is free although you can make a donation.

You'll remember the Cathedral and the Square from Chimpy's photo op right after Katrina. He desecrated that sacred place but, hopefully, it has been ritually cleansed by the Catholic Church and local voodoo priests.

Cafe Du Monde is not to be missed. Also, check out the market o=in the French Quarter. It lots of fun to stroll around. You can get excellent pralines there.

Have fun!

[Miss_Strawberry]

8. Literati

I got a kick out of checking out William Faulkner's house which is now a rare book shop on Pirate's Alley.