Mention the New Orleans' French Quarter and the reaction is fun! New Orleans is one of the most popular tourist destinations on earth. Visit and you will see why. It's easy to fall in love with New Orleans and be romanced by the world famous French Quarter. This 10 block square is a mosaic of colors, sounds, tastes, smells and feelings like no other place in the world. Nestled in the Mississippi River's crescent, the Quarter is a blend of old and new traditions, cultures and customs.