CharlestonvsNew Orleans
Can't decide between Charleston and New Orleans? Compare these two amazing destinations to find your perfect match.
Charleston
Charleston is the jewel of the American South, a historic port city of antebellum architecture, cobblestone streets, and world-class cuisine. This charming city offers pastel-colored mansions, horse-drawn carriages, Lowcountry cooking, and nearby beautiful beaches and plantations.
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New Orleans
New Orleans is America's most unique city—a heady mix of French, African, and Caribbean cultures expressed through jazz, Creole cuisine, and legendary celebrations. The Big Easy offers the French Quarter, Garden District mansions, voodoo history, and the world's best party: Mardi Gras.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
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Culture & History
Charleston offers Rainbow Row, Historic District Walking, Magnolia Plantation
New Orleans offers French Quarter, Bourbon Street, Garden District
Food & Dining
Charleston is famous for its local dining scene
New Orleans is famous for its local dining scene
Nightlife
Charleston offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
New Orleans offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Best Time to Visit
March to May, September to November
February to May (Mardi Gras to Jazz Fest)
Weather
Summer: 32°C, Winter: 12°C
Summer: 33°C, Winter: 14°C
Top Attractions in Charleston
- 1Rainbow Row
- 2Historic District Walking
- 3Magnolia Plantation
- 4French Quarter
- 5Lowcountry Cuisine
- 6Sullivan's Island Beach
Top Attractions in New Orleans
- 1French Quarter
- 2Bourbon Street
- 3Garden District
- 4St. Louis Cemetery
- 5Live Jazz on Frenchmen Street
- 6Beignets at Café Du Monde
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Joias Escondidas
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Joias Escondidas em Charleston
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The Unitarian Church Graveyard
A hauntingly beautiful, overgrown cemetery in the heart of downtown, shaded by massive live oaks and filled with ancient, weathered tombstones.
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Philip Simmons' House & Garden
The former home and workshop of the legendary African American ironworker, whose intricate gates and scrollwork adorn much of historic Charleston.
Joias Escondidas em New Orleans
- 1
The Music Box Village
An interactive, outdoor musical sculpture garden in the Bywater, where you can play giant, architecturally-designed instruments.
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Algiers Point
A quiet, historic neighborhood across the Mississippi River, accessible by a short, cheap ferry ride from the French Quarter.
Bairros para Explorar
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Melhores Áreas em Charleston
Historic District / French Quarter
The heart and soul of old Charleston, a walkable labyrinth of cobblestone streets, historic churches, and hidden courtyards.
Upper King Street / Downtown
A dynamic and trendy corridor that transforms from a shopping district by day into Charleston's premier dining and nightlife destination after dark.
Melhores Áreas em New Orleans
French Quarter
The historic heart of the city, famous for its vibrant energy, Spanish and French architecture, and non-stop activity.
Garden District
An elegant, residential area showcasing stunning 19th-century mansions, lush gardens, and quiet, oak-lined streets.
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Our Verdict
Both Charleston and New Orleans are incredible destinations. Charleston excels in Southern charm and antebellum architecture, while New Orleans stands out for jazz and Mardi Gras.
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