Frommer's New Orleans [2011]

Completely updated every year, Frommer's New Orleans features a full rundown of the unique experiences that await you. Our author hits all the highlights, from the French Quarter to the Garden District to Mid-City and beyond. She's checked out all the city's best hotels and restaurants in person, and offers authoritative, candid reviews that will help you find the choices that suit your tastes and budget. You'll also get up-to-the-minute coverage of shopping and nightlife; an in-depth look at Mardi Gras; detailed walking tours; accurate neighborhood maps; advice on planning a successful vacation; and side trips to Cajun Country and the nearby plantation homes. Frommer's New Orleans also includes a color fold-out map.