How is the crime rate in new orleans? looking to travel alone for a weekend in november.?

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Ruin

as long as your not stumbling around the French Quarter at 2 am, you shouldn't have any problems.

just be aware of what's around you as you would in any city.

you can go on tours and do the tourist thing and blend right in.

if anyone says to you "I bet I can tell you where you got your shoes at"

you tell them yeah the same place you got yours, "on your feet"

and bring a jacket and comfortable shoes, leave your expensive jewelry and good heels at home.

Ankhesan amun

Going alone? Don't you have a girlfriend you can kidnap for the weekend? Going to a new, unexplored place is so much more interesting when you have someone you can laugh with, along for the trip.

I don't know about the crime rates and such there. There are many, many areas that aren't rebuilt yet, but I'm sure that the touristy places will be geared up and doing well.

Take Care.

Murzy

in the French Quarter (that's where most tourists go) it is safe. the police do a good job in keeping the bad element out but outside of the area, there is a ghetto and unsafe area. all of the better hotels are in the French Quarter. It is safe at night, too

Paul A

New Orleans is safe much to the contrary of what other people say. Just stick to the well-traveled tourist areas, especially at night. There's a lot to do in the CBD over a weekend and if you do get bored, you can always find a tour guide to go look at the blighted areas of the city or go on a swamp tour.

Angie B

I completely agree with NOLAguy. He always seems to have the best answers when it comes to NOLA! :) New Orleans is a wonderful place to visit. (I've even thought about moving there myself.) My last trip there was in August. I went because my ex-husband was getting re-married that week and I just wanted to be somewhere far, far away to avoid feeling depressed. I can relate to your thoughts and feelings about wanting to get out and keep your mind off of your loss. NOLA is the perfect place to do it!

I think it is definitely safe for you to travel to NOLA alone. You just have to be alert and aware of your surroundings. I'd recommend staying in the French Quarter because there's so much to do and see there and you can take the street car to other areas of the city when you want to. It's very inexpensive.

Whenever I visit New Orleans I take a copy of Frommer's travel guide for the city. You can buy it on-line. It will help you decide where to stay, where to eat, and what to see during your travels. There are so many tours avaiable--you will have a blast! Don't be afraid to go on tours alone. I've seen a number of people out by themselves when I've been there. People are very friendly and helpful. You just have to use common sense like you would in any big city. The tourist areas are well patrolled. Good luck! You will LOVE NOLA!

jennifer w

new orleans i not as bad as people make it out to be. i have lived here all my life. as long as you use common sense and don't walk around on dark streets past 12 midnight you should be okay. rule of thumb......if it doesn't look safe to you it is probably not

<<both ways>> Kay!

its high. but you'll be fine. just make sure your hotel is in a safe area, and know where you're going.

BluedogGirl

New Orleans has a horrendous crime rate. It is still a very good place to visit and November is a great time to visit. If you take advantage of the deal, stay only on Bourbon and Royal in the quarter, take guided tours and stay on the mail drag. Don't get off in any side areas......very dangerous.

NOLA guy

Very sorry for your loss.

I really hate it when people who don't live in New Orleans and who know little or nothing about the city try to answer questions about it. That includes almost all of the "answers" so far and the ones from BluedogGirl & Kayla C.

New Orleans made the news after Katrina because drug dealers who returned to the city were fighting iver turf and the competition was literally deadly. That drove up the murder rate, which is still high. However, almost 98% of serious violent crime in NOLA (murders & shootings) happens within the drug community (mostly due to crack cocaine) and the other 2% are "domestic" incidents. That doesn't make the crimes OK, but the average resident or tourist does not have to worry about it.

Other crime in New Orleans is at or below the national average, and it was also like that before Katrina.

It is NOT necessary to only travel in packs or stay indoors after dark, as suggested by other "answers".

.... And I have been "stumbling around the French Quarter at 2:00am" for years and never had a problem. Just stay away from people who say they want to sell you something illegal (don't go with them) and you will be fine.

Also, the flooded areas that have not recovered are NOT dangerous. They do look bad and that tends to scare people, but I have yet to see anyone who was robbed by a vacant house. Note that the areas tourists normally visit (the French Quarter, Uptown, Central Business District, Warehouse District, Garden District, etc.) did not flood and you can't tell Katrina ever happened.

All you need do in New Orleans to stay safe is use the very basic common sense required in every city in the world.

Do stay in the French Quarter, Central Business District, or Warehouse District as those are the most conveneient and attractive areas for hotels. Of the 3 areas I would stay in the FQ.

Some of my other answers include suggestions for things to do in New Orleans.

Hope you have a good trip!

hmt_225

The crime rate is fairly high. I go there alot but not alone. You can get a cab to take you want to go would be safe. It is when you are on a dark street with very few people that you have to worry about. On streets like Bourbon and Decatur there is always people there so you will be ok. If a homeless person approaches you just ignore them, they usually leave you alone. Look for a restaurant called Coops' on Decatur, place looks nasty but the BEST food in New Orleans!!!!! Have Fun, Be Safe.

shy31

The last I have seen on the news, the crime rate in New Orleans is still high. I live maybe about hour 1/2 from New Orleans and have family there, but I would go there along for a weekend. Maybe you should think about bringing someone with you.

Jewels

Traveling alone anywhere is not very safe. Not to mention you would probably feel better if you had some company to keep you having fun not thinking about things too much. My best friend lost a child and I know it can be hard to think about other things, but you have to move on with your life and leave the past where it is.

Kayla C

i wouldnt go alone, i live just outside of new orleans....the crime is bad, yes, even in the french quarter....esp. at night. its still a fun place to go party and everything but def a place to go in a group...there is a lot, A LOT of damage left over from katrina, but as long as you stay right off canal st, and near the french quarter u will be ok!! its a ton of fun and has lots of charm! just be careful!

Diva 09

bad... don't go alone

riiman95

well, after looking up the statistics, it doesn't seem very safe at all! compared to the national average. see for yourself

http://www.cityrating.com/citycrime.asp?city=New+Orleans&state=LA

leapyeardylon

number three for murder

radiorog8

i have a close friend living near new orleans it not too safe now still recovering from katrina

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