New Orleans is home to one of the most exciting football venues in the NFL – The Superdome. This illustrious city has had the honor of hosting the NFL’s Super Bowl 10 times which is tied with Miami for most in NFL history. The city is vibrant, the atmosphere is electric, and the fans are – well – fanatic.
New Orleans, and particularly the Super Dome have been a part of some of the most exciting Super Bowls of all time, particularly Super Bowl XXXVI when the underdog New England Patriots stunned the St. Louis Rams with a field goal as time expired. There is a rich tradition surrounding New Orleans as a host city, which is why the NFL votes to have the city host more often than any other.
What to Eat:
The food in New Orleans is as diverse and unique as its inhabitants, so if you’re down in Louisiana for the Super Bowl (or for any other reason), make sure you try some of these dishes.
- Beignets – square-shaped fried pastries that could be called “French doughnuts” (typically served with café au lait made with a blend of coffee and chicory rather than only coffee
- Po’ boy and Italian Muffuletta sandwiches
- Gulf oysters on the half-shell, fried oysters, boiled crawfish, and other seafood;
- Etouffée, jambalaya, gumbo, and other Creole dishes
- and the local favorite of red beans and rice.
There is no shortage of food carts throughout the city, and finding authentic restaurants will be no problem.
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What to See:
There is so much culture and history in New Orleans that definitely needs to be experienced. Here are just a few highlights.
- No visit to New Orleans would be complete without stopping by the famous French Quarter. It is often referred to as the city’s cultural hub and is home to unique architecture, restaurants and shops.
- If you’re thinking about betting on the Super Bowl or just want a fun environment, there are riverboat casinos in the area that offer up entertainment and excitement.
- If you want to explore some of the wildlife, without the risk of getting lost in the swamps, you can visit any of the nature preserves located in and around the city. Guaranteed excitement.
What to Wear:
During the time of the Super Bowl (Late January, Early February), the temperatures typically range from a high of 65* to a low of 43*. It typically rains 1/3 of the time during these months, so packing a raincoat might not be a bad idea.
Whatever your reason for visiting New Orleans, whether it’s for the Super Bowl or for a fun vacation, know that you are going to be inundated with fun, flavor and culture any time you step into the city.