The crumbling remains of a 19th century fortess.

This strange, small castle on the bayou has withstood the test of time and weather.

Since 1929, this institution has been serving one of the most celebrated po’ boys in New Orleans.

Both the cocktails and the dive bar vibes are immaculate at this Mid-City watering hole.

This relatively recently abandoned brewery is a tragic reminder of the continuing effects of Hurricane Katrina.

Colorful, cheeky signs spill out of legendary New Orleans folk artist Dr. Bob's Bywater studio warning you to "Be Nice—Or Leave."

An abandoned warehouse turned art sanctuary in New Orleans.

A calm and comfortable place to hang out with cats and kittens up for adoption.

A typical "Old South" manor, once owned by author Anne Rice, served as the setting for several of her witchcraft sagas.

A house of courtship where the Jazz Age's most storied lovers got their start.

The oldest family-run restaurant in the United States is a living museum of New Orleans dining history.

This New Orleans statue of a portly figure in a goofy hat pays homage to a classic of satirical literature.

This bar named after the world's first mixed cocktail was home to one of New Orleans' most notorious politicians.

This distinctive Crescent City tradition dates back to the days of horse-drawn carriages.

By day this New Orleans square is for pedestrians, but by night it is a kingdom of kittens.

This cathedral dedicated to Louis IX, sainted King of France, holds many secrets.

A snapshot of the city's fascinating voodoo culture.

An art gallery/gift shop that feels like Tim Burton, Pee Wee Herman, and Jim Henson combined!

Introducing the Green Fairy to her fawning masses.

The second oldest continuously operating bar in Louisiana.

One of the oldest continuously-operated gay bars in the United States is allegedly haunted by Truman Capote and Tennessee Williams.

This quaint museum in a long-running workshop is dedicated to a fixture in New Orleans lighting.

An old-timey wax exhibition campily depicting New Orleans legends and scandals.

The only rotating bar in New Orleans has been slowly spinning since 1949.