Hit up one of America's favorite entertainment venues at the House of Blues. The New Orleans location has featured live music by performers like Eric Clapton, ZZ Top, Elton John, Willie Nelson, the Marley Brothers, John Mayer, and the Foo Fighters. While you're there, be sure to browse the art collection. The 298 piece collection is said to be the largest collection of folk art in the nation.
No matter what cultural aspect or area of the Crescent City you wish to explore, Historic New Orleans Tours has a tour to suit your fancy. Tour options include: Swamp Tour, Plantation Tour, New Orleans City Tour, Hurricane/Rebirth Tour, Jazz Music Tour, French Quarter Tour, Cemetery/Voodoo Tour, Haunted Tour, Garden District Tour, Treme Tour, Scandalous Cocktail Tour, and Creole Mourning Tour.
Experience a New Orleans festival, second only to the world-famous Mardi Gras celebration. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival offers two weekends of live music, food, art and more. Don't let the word "jazz" in the title fool you. The festival is a celebration of all genres, welcoming artists like Willie Nelson, Al Green, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Bon Jovi, Lauryn Hill, Jimmy Buffet and many more.