11 Best Photo Spots in New Orleans

By Kiersten Rich @theblondeabroad

Welcome to the weird, wonderful, and truly one-of-a-kind streets of the Big Easy. Even if you’ve been all over the United States, you’ve never been anywhere quite like New Orleans before. Often lost in the so-called flyover country, Louisiana is an undiscovered gem for countless tourists.

Best Photo Spots in New Orleans Map

Best Photo Spots in New Orleans Places

  • Carousel Bar
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      Located inside the Hotel Monteleone on Royal Street in the French Quarter, this bar slowly rotates as you sit at the counter!

  • Saint Louis Cemetery No. 2
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      If you’re looking for an iconic cemetery, you can miss the St. Louis cemeteries — book a tour to admire the amazing architecture and stained glass mausoleums.

  • St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
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      If you’re looking for an iconic cemetery, you can miss the St. Louis cemeteries — book a tour to admire the amazing architecture and stained glass mausoleums.

  • Streetcar Cafe
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      Running since 1835, the oldest continuously operating streetcar line runs past beautiful spots like the Garden District.

  • Royal Street
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      Royal St in the French Quarter is known for its iconic balconies and street musicians. Take a stroll and take in the iconic architectural styles.

  • Shops of the Colonnade - French Market
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      One of the oldest open air markets in the US, you can shop and eat to your heart’s content here.

  • Frenchmen Street
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      Frenchman Street is where the artsy scene is in NOLA — it’s filled with musicians, brightly painted buildings, artists and sidewalk cafes.

  • Commander's Palace
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      The teal and white striped exterior can’t be missed! The Commander’s Palace is a iconic NOLA destination and known for their over-the-top jazz brunches.

  • Garden District
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      The Garden District has the most beautiful homes in NOLA, and one of the most famous old cemeteries in the city — Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. Walk through the neighborhood to experience the opulent and ornate mansions!

  • Cafe Du Monde French Market
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      Cafe Du Monde is THE place in NOLA for beignets and chicory coffee — it’s open 24 hours day/7 days a week!

  • Jackson Square
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      This historic park is located in the French Quarter and features the beautiful St. Louis Cathedral and the Cabildo — a stunning piece of architecture! Plus, you’ll find Cafe’ Du Monde right next to the park too.

Best Photo Spots in New Orleans
  • Carousel Bar

    Located inside the Hotel Monteleone on Royal Street in the French Quarter, this bar slowly rotates as you sit at the counter!

    July 3, 2020
  • Saint Louis Cemetery No. 2

    If you’re looking for an iconic cemetery, you can miss the St. Louis cemeteries — book a tour to admire the amazing architecture and stained glass mausoleums.

    July 3, 2020
  • St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

    If you’re looking for an iconic cemetery, you can miss the St. Louis cemeteries — book a tour to admire the amazing architecture and stained glass mausoleums.

    July 3, 2020
  • Streetcar Cafe

    Running since 1835, the oldest continuously operating streetcar line runs past beautiful spots like the Garden District.

    July 3, 2020
  • Royal Street

    Royal St in the French Quarter is known for its iconic balconies and street musicians. Take a stroll and take in the iconic architectural styles.

    July 3, 2020
  • Shops of the Colonnade - French Market

    One of the oldest open air markets in the US, you can shop and eat to your heart’s content here.

    July 3, 2020
  • Frenchmen Street

    Frenchman Street is where the artsy scene is in NOLA — it’s filled with musicians, brightly painted buildings, artists and sidewalk cafes.

    July 3, 2020
  • Commander's Palace

    The teal and white striped exterior can’t be missed! The Commander’s Palace is a iconic NOLA destination and known for their over-the-top jazz brunches.

    July 3, 2020
  • Garden District

    The Garden District has the most beautiful homes in NOLA, and one of the most famous old cemeteries in the city — Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. Walk through the neighborhood to experience the opulent and ornate mansions!

    July 3, 2020
  • Cafe Du Monde French Market

    Cafe Du Monde is THE place in NOLA for beignets and chicory coffee — it’s open 24 hours day/7 days a week!

    July 3, 2020
  • Jackson Square

    This historic park is located in the French Quarter and features the beautiful St. Louis Cathedral and the Cabildo — a stunning piece of architecture! Plus, you’ll find Cafe’ Du Monde right next to the park too.

    July 3, 2020