The
French Quarter District is a melting pot of French, Spanish, Cajun, and Creole cultures located along 78 square blocks with bars, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and more. The
French Quarter District is the oldest part of the city and was first established in 1718 by the French as a military outpost to protect their interest. Known as Vieux Carre in French meaning "old market", the area spent the first half of the century as a total French settlement. In 1763 the Spanish came to town and it was the combination of these two cultures along with the African influences of the slave population that creole and cajun culture were born.
The French Quarter District is bordered by Esplanade Avenue, Canal Street, North Rampart, and the Mississippi River. It is a neighborhood that reflects the diversity of the United States. Today the French Quarter District is full of historic homes, courtyard gardens, beautiful architecture, restaurants, shops, bars, and so much more. For an in depth look at this fantastic area, try going on a French Quarter Walking Tour.
