New Orleans, Louisiana is a vibrant, culturally diverse community with a great deal of culture and character. Known for its soul food and vibrant lifestyle, this community is home to over 343,000 people and more than 1.2 million within the metro area. As the largest city in the state, it has a strong French and Spanish Creole makeup. It's evident in the spicy cuisine, the beautiful architecture, and the music. New Orleans is the birthplace of Jazz, hope to Southern charm, and offers a unique blend of history dating back to colonial times.
New Orleans Botanical Garden
5 Victory Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70119
Tulane Medical Center
1415 Tulane Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70112
University Medical Center New Orleans
2000 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70112
New Orleans proper has a variety of smaller neighborhoods. The French Quarter is perhaps one of the most recognizable areas of the city. Others include Algiers, Lower Ninth Ward and City Park, a more natural setting. Carrolton, Hollygrove, and Treme are a few additional neighborhoods here. The metropolitan area also includes the cities of Metairie, Hammond, and Kenner. The city is also classified as the Eastbank and Westbank areas, describing their location along the Mississippi River. From You Flowers' New Orleans florist partners are able to hand deliver gifts to all of these neighborhoods.
Whether living or visiting the area, one thing to keep in mind is that New Orleans is a very prominent tourist town with more than 10 million visitors each year. Locations worthy of exploring including the historic Pontchartrain Hotel, the French Quarter area, the French Market, and Bourbon Street. Each of these locations is not only known locally but also globally. Other key locations to visit include St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, and of course Mardi Graw, the Carnival celebration the city is known for around the world. A vibrant community, there is always something to explore and love about New Orleans and the surrounding area.
