DK New Orleans - (Travel Guide) by Dk Travel (Paperback)

About the Book

"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."--

Book Synopsis

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 2024 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. DK Eyewitness New Orleans is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime.

Inside DK Eyewitness New Orleans you will find:

-A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of New Orlean's must-sees and hidden gems.
-Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day.
-Expert advice honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money.
-Color-coded chapters to every part of New Orleans, from the French Quarter to the Garden District, Marigny to the Warehouse District.
-Practical tips the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay.
-Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently.
-Covers: Upper French Quarter, Lower French Quarter, Marigny, Bywater and Treme Warehouse and Central Business Districts, Garden District and Uptown Mid-City, Beyond New Orleans

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.

Review Quotes

"Known... for its four-color maps, photos and illustrations, the [DK] Eyewitness Guides are extremely user-friendly for travelers who want their information delivered in a concise, visual way." -- Chicago Tribune
"The best option... Color photos, maps, and diagrams bring the place to life." -- The Philadelphia Inquirer

"Supporting sink-into-the-pages-and-dream desires, this series will please any reader who's starting to think about a trip at the 10,000-foot level. It showcases the best design and use of images of any travel guide; sure to be in demand." - Library Journal

About the Author

Experience the world with DK Travel.

DK Travel's highly visual guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips and tours to inform and enrich your trip.

Our travel writers report on what to see, eat, drink and do around the world, while the very best photographs and illustrations bring cities, regions and countries to life. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations around the world, from handy pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides.

DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.