Visited again in March '07. We could spend all day driving around all the old mansions. It's so green and full of color. All the camelias and magnolia trees beginning to bloom. The area is truly breathtaking. The shops and restaurants are all open and the universities are beautiful. The trolleycars aren't running yet, but they are suppose to be... more

The Garden District is finally coming back. Though not damaged by water, there were many trees and limbs down, and some wind damage to some of the houses. We took a wonderful tour with Beau Monde Tours. Our guide was quite enchanting and gracious, and he was a wealth of information about New Orleans and its environs. We highly recommend... more

It is one of the best walks in New Orleans, like something out of a Tennessee Williams' play. I've done it twice and each time I expect a woman to open a door and shout out, "The lemonade's all ready, Big Daddy!" One of the most unique, REAL neighborhoods in the USA. more

Having been to New Orleans several times I have stayed in the French Quarters, Warehouse District and on Canal Street. This time we chose the Garden District and I must say that the area is the best if you are looking for a quiet setting while still close to the action that the city offers. We hopped on the trolley... more