David asks…
What is the weather like in New Orleans during mid- March?
I was thinking about going to New Orleans...but i don't know what to pack. I dont know if I should take shorts, capris, jeans etc. I know the weather is about 70 degrees, but what does that mean clothes wise?
admin answers:
It can be breezy and wont have reached full humidity. Id suggest a light jacket..Light pants.. Maybe shorts.
Daniel asks…
New Orleans weather in late March?
I loved it there this past July when it was in the 90's...how is it around the last week of March, first week of April? Wife and I will be spending a week there then.
admin answers:
It should be in the 70s and hopefully mostly sunny. The azaleas may still be in bloom then; they are gorgeous. Be sure to ride the St. Charles streetcar; it's back in operation, finally! If you come a little later in April you could see the French Quarter Festival, one of my favorites. They have the World's Largest Jazz Brunch in Jackson Square and plenty of FR*EE entertainment and art displays.
Sandra asks…
Weather in New Orleans?
I am traveling to New Orleans next week( will reach on Friday the 18th of March 2011), how is the weather like in New Orleans now? What to wear? Do I need a jacket?
admin answers:
New Orleans weather in mid-March is usually pleasant, with short-sleeve temps in the daytime and cooler at night. However, it isn't completely predictable. Check the weather forecast the day before you leave home and make any adjustments needed.
Mark asks…
Some facts about New Orleans?
I'm traveling to new orleans this march and was wondering what the weather would be like somewhere around the end of march.
I was also wondering what are some good hotels (never mind the price) in New Orleans.
And if possible, What is the weather like in New Orleans (yearly).
admin answers:
Well they weather changes yearly. So It gets to the 40 in the winter but it is a short winter. Sometimes it gets colder than that during coldfronts. IT gets very hot in the summer and the spring time usually is gorgeous weather. The summer almost every day brings afternoon thunderstorms that go away and get sunny again. Those are nice because it cools off a bit.
My favorite hotel is the Monteleone http://hotelmonteleone.com/
This hotel is the home to the famous Carousel Bar.
Also, The Roosevelt is very rich with history.
Le Richelieu is the only hotel in the quarter with Free Parking on site. Http://www.lerichelieuhotel.com/
Place De Armes Hotel has the best localtion in the Quarter.
Spring time is my favorite time in NOLA. I LOVE CRAWFISH SEASON
Ken asks…
Tips on enjoying New Orleans?
Will be visiting New Orleans in mid-March - no idea of weather or cool things to do. Will be staying right downtown on St. Charles. Thanks for any suggestions.
admin answers:
Weather in mid-March is likely to be pleasant, and slightly cool after dark. Always a chance of rain. Check the forecast the day before you leave home and make any packing adjustments needed.
If you will be in town for March 17th there is a Saint Patrick's Day parade in the French Quarter, and a Saint Joseph's Day parade on March 19th.
Things to do in New Orleans:
Mardi Gras and the Jazz Festival are world famous events, but New Orleans hosts many festivals and celebrations throughout the year: www.nola.com/festivals
The Saint Charles Streetcar is the oldest continuously operating street railway in the world and is a "tourist attraction" in its own right. It is part of the public transit system, as are the Canal Street and Riverfront streetcar lines: www.norta.com
There is always music, but the bands change: Go to www.bestofneworleans.com and click on Music then Listings or to www.offbeat.com and click on Listings, then Music.
Note that music clubs often advertise "No Cover", meaning there is no charge for entering. However, clubs with "No Cover" often require that customers buy a beverage each for every "set " of music (which can be every 20 minutes) so KNOW THE PRICE before you sit down. Clubs do that because some people will sit in the club all evening drinking nothing (clubs only make money from the drinks they sell - not from the music). It is also a good idea to pay for each round of drinks (in clubs on Bourbon Street) as it is delivered so there can't be any confusion at the end of the evening.
An incomplete guide to bars & clubs: www.neworleanscheapdrinks.com
About certain alcoholic beverages: Realize that some famous drinks are VERY potent compared with regular cocktails that have only 1 to 1 ½ ounces of alcohol. For example, a Hurricane is basically 3 or 4 ounces of rum in something like red Kool-Aid, and a Hand Grenade has at least 4 ½ ounces of Everclear + rum + vodka mixed with melon liquor. They don’t necessarily taste like an alcoholic beverage and it is easy to over-indulge.
Wander around the French Quarter, enjoy the architecture, watch the street entertainers (do tip), and visit some of the historic buildings that have been turned into museums (go to www.frenchquarter.com and click on Historic Attractions).
Assuming the weather is good, you can collect a sandwich lunch and eat in the riverfront park (watch the shipping) or in Jackson Square (a very nice park).
The Riverwalk shopping center has an air-conditioned food court with dining overlooking the river (www.riverwalkmarketplace.com). The Canal Place shopping center is in the French Quarter and has a cinema and higher-end shopping (Saks 5th Avenue, Brooks Brothers, etc.). Magazine Street is a miles-long shopping district: www.magazinestreet.com
Louisiana is the only US state that offers tax-free shopping for international visitors: http://www.louisianataxfree.com/
The lobby for the Westin Canal Place Hotel is on the 11th floor and overlooks the French Quarter. It is a great place for an afternoon drink/snack:(www.westin.com).
Cafe du Monde is in the French Quarter and you shouldn't miss having cafe au lait & beignets (www.cafedumonde.com). Another great coffee shop is the Croissant d'Or (at 615 Ursulines Street), which is open from 7:00am to 2:00pm and has food in addition to pastry.
The Palm Court restaurant is very nice, has moderate prices, and offers traditional live jazz starting at 8:00pm: 1204 Decatur Street, tel 504-525-0200 (reservations are important and they are not open every day). The Palm Court is closed from about July 25th to about September 25th each year.
Maximo's Italian Grill has great food and atmosphere: 1117 Decatur Street in the French Quarter, (504) 586-8883.
All of the famous restaurants (Antoine's, Arnaud's, Brennan's, Commander's Palace, etc.) have reopened. The Pelican Club (on Exchange Alley in the FQ) is not as well known but is the same type experience. Reservations are a good idea, and probably essential on weekends. Tujaques Restaurant (823 Decatur Street) is very traditional and has moderate prices: www.tujaguesrestaurant.com
Cafe Degas is a very French restaurant near City Park at 3127 Esplanade - which is not within walking distance of downtown (5 to 10 minutes by taxi). They are closed on Mondays & Tuesdays (504-945-5635).
The Napoleon House restaurant is at 500 Chartres Street in the FQ, and has a menu of great local dishes: www.napoleonhouse.com
Preservation Hall has traditional live Jazz, and doesn’t serve alcohol so all ages are welcome: www.preservationhall.com
New Orleans has ballet, opera, a symphony orchestra, and theatre:
www.nobadance.com
www.neworleansopera.org
www.lpomusic.com
www.lepetittheatre.com
There is a free ferry across the Mississippi at the "foot" of Canal Street. It is a short trip but like a harbor cruise w/o a guide: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/canal_street_ferry
The Aquarium, Audubon Zoo, and the new Insectarium are world-class attractions (www.auduboninstitute.org) and you should see them if you can. The Zoo is several miles from downtown. You can drive to the Zoo (which has free parking) or take public transit from the French Quarter.
The Louisiana State Museum is in the French Quarter: http://lsm.crt.state.la.us/ New Orleans is also home to a number of other museums, such as the National World War II Museum (www.ddaymuseum.org) and the New Orleans Museum of Art (www.noma.org). Both can be reached by public transit: The WWII museum is in the central business district but a long walk from the French Quarter. NOMA is not within walking distance of downtown but has free parking. Go to www.neworleansmuseums.com for info on more museums.
Harrah’s Casino is in the Central Business District: www.harrahs.com (age 21 required for entry)
New Orleans City Park has a variety of attractions, including an amusement park with rides and attractions for children + free parking. (www.neworleanscitypark.com).
Check www.frenchquarter.com and http://www.nola.com/visitor/ for ideas about other things to do.
Hope you have a great time!
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