We stayed at the Bourbon Orleans Hotel a few years ago pre and post cruise. Steps from Jackson Square. Would stay there again, was great and the staff was wonderful. We did eat at Emeril's and it was delicious! We were there the week of the LSU/Clemson NCAA Championship game and it was looney!! I highly recommend the Free Walking Tours if you have the time. We went on two-The Garden District Tour and the Cemetery Tour. Had the same guide for both and he was excellent. Both tours had 8-10 people and the walking was easy. Incredibly interesting/fun for a few dollars and a well deserved tip to the guide.
