First off, we spent the week there at the Maison St. Charles motel on St. Charles Street, just above the Garden District and right on the trolley line. It was such an oasis after returning everyday from fun in the French Quarter. The rooms are cozy.
Here is sweet husband waiting for a trolley...
We happened to schedule our trip around the weekend of the French Quarter Arts Festival. So, our first view of the French Quarter was when it was absolutely PACKED with people
There were street performers of every kind...
Wonderful music from folk to jazz, big band, country...everything
We really enjoyed the unusual signs at various places of business, some of which have been open since the 1800's.
How would you like to have a Jazz Funeral??
Artists displayed their works along the gates of Jackson Square...
Mark and I had our pictures drawn...
Here is the French Quarter/Jackson Square on a different day when the Festival was over and things had calmed down...You can actually SEE the buildings.
Love the beautiful wrought iron work..
My favorite street in the Quarter...
A better view of this old building....
Can't you imagine these old lamps once lit by gaslight?...
On normal days the square is open to artists, random musicians, fortune tellers and the various homeless men who love being there...
Welcome to the world famous Cafe de Monde...
How about some wonderful Beignets and Orange Juice?
On our last night, our anniversary, we took a Jazz Dinner Cruise down the Mississippi...
A view from the river of one of the old trollies...
Jackson Square and the magnificent catholic church...
The lovebirds...
Hope you enjoyed your short tour of New Orleans...Next week I will share our tour of the Garden District there!
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5 comments:
Thanks for sharing your New Orleans adventure, Elizabeth! I was there during the World's Fair in 1974, I think. I love beignets. :)
Oh that looks like a great trip! New Orleans is such an interesting place.
Wonderful shots of such a vibrant old city. I have a friend who leaves today for a trip to New Orleans to celebrate her 25th anniversary.
Yr lovely trip to New Orleans & its wonderful Mardi Gras reminds me of London's Notting Hill Carnival in my last post!
Spectacular shots - and blog!
Looks like you both had an amazing time. I once lived in New Orleans for a short time. I miss it greatly. I am your newest follower on GFC.
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