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Orleans Parish, Louisiana

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Orleans Parish sits right in the heart of southeastern Louisiana, home to the world-famous city of New Orleans. It’s the third most populous parish in the state, despite being one of the smallest by land area.

The Mississippi River snakes along its southern border. Locals call it “The Big Easy” for good reason. The laid-back vibe is contagious. You can’t talk about Orleans Parish without mentioning the food. Gumbo, jambalaya, and beignets are just the start.

Music pours out of every corner, from jazz clubs to street performers. The history here runs deep. Mardi Gras brings the streets to life each year in an explosion of color and sound. Lake Pontchartrain covers the northern half, including its causeway that holds the Guinness World Record for longest continuous span over water.

CategoryDetails
Parish NameOrleans Parish
Parish SeatNew Orleans
PopulationApproximately 390,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesNew Orleans (the only city within the parish)
Interstates and HighwaysI-10, I-610, I-510, US-61, US-90, LA-39, LA-46
FIPS Code22-071
Total Area (Land and Water)350 square miles (169 sq mi land, 181 sq mi water)
Adjacent Parishes (and Direction)St. Tammany Parish (North), St. Bernard Parish (Southeast), Plaquemines Parish (South), Jefferson Parish (West)
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
StateLouisiana
Coordinates29.9511° N, 90.0715° W
EtymologyNamed after Philippe II, Duke of Orléans, who was Regent of France at the time of the city’s founding
Major LandmarksFrench Quarter, Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, Garden District, Audubon Park, City Park, National WWII Museum, Superdome, Mardi Gras World
WebsiteOrleans Parish Website

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