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The oldest, most atmospheric neighborhood, walkable to Jackson Square, the river, Royal Street and the restaurants. It's the most convenient first-trip base, historic, lively, and central.
The grande dame of the Quarter, family-run since 1886, with the famous revolving Carousel Bar and an unbeatable location at the top of Royal Street.
The Quarter is lively at night, so book toward the calmer lower end (near Esplanade) or a block or two off Bourbon for a better night's sleep.
You keep all the walkability and charm of a central location, but you trade the late-night noise for a real night's sleep, and you'll enjoy the Quarter far more when you're rested for it.
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