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50 New Orleans Trivia Questions and Answers

By Kenton·Updated May 2025·6 min read

Whether you've strolled down the French Quarter or are planning your first trip to The Big Easy, test your knowledge with this fascinating New Orleans trivia.

New Orleans Trivia

  1. 1What is the official slogan of New Orleans?

  2. 2Which iconic sandwich is said to have originated in New Orleans?

  3. 3In which famous street can you find many jazz clubs in New Orleans?

  4. 4Which French festival is celebrated with grandeur in New Orleans?

  5. 5Which body of water is New Orleans situated next to?

  6. 6What is the name of the famous above-ground cemeteries in the city?

  7. 7In what year was New Orleans founded?

  8. 8By which country was New Orleans founded?

  9. 9What architectural style dominates the French Quarter?

  10. 10Which dish, made of rice, meat, and vegetables, is a New Orleans specialty?

  11. 11Which lake borders New Orleans to the north?

  12. 12Which hurricane caused significant damage to New Orleans in 2005?

  13. 13What's the main ingredient in a traditional gumbo soup?

  14. 14Which park in New Orleans is one of the oldest urban parks in the US?

  15. 15What is the name of New Orleans' NFL team?

  16. 16What kind of music originated in New Orleans in the early 20th century?

  17. 17Which New Orleans dessert is a deep-fried pastry often dusted with powdered sugar?

  18. 18What's the name of the historic open-air market in New Orleans?

  19. 19Which novelist, known for 'The Moviegoer', is a native of New Orleans?

  20. 20In which war was the Battle of New Orleans fought?

  21. 21Which riverboat captain is a folklore hero in New Orleans?

  22. 22Which museum in the city focuses on World War II?

  23. 23Which cocktail, made of rye whiskey and bitters, was created in New Orleans?

  24. 24By which name is the New Orleans' tram service known?

  25. 25In what neighborhood can you find many grand mansions and ancient oak trees?

  26. 26What popular dance music style emerged in New Orleans in the late 20th century?

  27. 27Which avenue is the primary parade route during Mardi Gras?

  28. 28Which university in New Orleans is renowned for its research?

  29. 29What is the name of the bridge connecting New Orleans to the West Bank?

  30. 30In which New Orleans museum can you learn about the history of jazz?

  31. 31What spicy sausage is commonly found in New Orleans cuisine?

  32. 32Which cocktail, made with rum and fruit juices, is named after a French weapon?

  33. 33What is the primary religion in New Orleans due to its French roots?

  34. 34Which famous pirate played a crucial role in the Battle of New Orleans?

  35. 35Which voodoo queen is a prominent figure in New Orleans folklore?

  36. 36What is the famous race track that hosts the Louisiana Derby?

  37. 37What major US music festival takes place annually in New Orleans?

  38. 38Which insect is often associated with the swamps around New Orleans?

  39. 39Which New Orleans neighborhood is known for its bohemian atmosphere and artistic community?

  40. 40What dessert is made from bread soaked in a mixture and often contains whiskey or rum?

  41. 41Which famous trumpet player hails from New Orleans?

  42. 42In which ward did the Mardi Gras Indian tradition originate?

  43. 43What dish consists of a whole roast pig and is often served at celebrations?

  44. 44Which popular New Orleans event takes place in the lead-up to Lent?

  45. 45What's the name of the haunted house in the French Quarter with a history of cruelty?

  46. 46What musical instrument is central to New Orleans' second-line parades?

  47. 47What zoo, located in Uptown New Orleans, is home to numerous exotic animals?

  48. 48Which drink, made from anise, turns milky when water is added?

  49. 49Which cemetery contains the alleged tomb of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau?

  50. 50Which historic New Orleans hotel is said to be haunted by a former guest?

Answer Key

  1. 1. The Big Easy
  2. 2. Po' boy
  3. 3. Bourbon Street
  4. 4. Mardi Gras
  5. 5. Mississippi River
  6. 6. City of the Dead
  7. 7. 1718
  8. 8. France
  9. 9. Creole townhouses
  10. 10. Jambalaya
  11. 11. Lake Pontchartrain
  12. 12. Hurricane Katrina
  13. 13. Okra
  14. 14. City Park
  15. 15. Saints
  16. 16. Jazz
  17. 17. Beignet
  18. 18. French Market
  19. 19. Walker Percy
  20. 20. War of 1812
  21. 21. Mike Fink
  22. 22. The National WWII Museum
  23. 23. Sazerac
  24. 24. Streetcar
  25. 25. Garden District
  26. 26. Bounce
  27. 27. St. Charles Avenue
  28. 28. Tulane University
  29. 29. Crescent City Connection
  30. 30. New Orleans Jazz Museum
  31. 31. Andouille
  32. 32. Hurricane
  33. 33. Catholicism
  34. 34. Jean Lafitte
  35. 35. Marie Laveau
  36. 36. Fair Grounds
  37. 37. Jazz Fest
  38. 38. Mosquito
  39. 39. Bywater
  40. 40. Bread Pudding
  41. 41. Louis Armstrong
  42. 42. Treme
  43. 43. Cochon de Lait
  44. 44. Mardi Gras celebrations
  45. 45. Lalaurie Mansion
  46. 46. Trombone
  47. 47. Audubon Zoo
  48. 48. Absinthe
  49. 49. St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
  50. 50. Hotel Monteleone

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