Posted in New Orleans December 06, 2019 by

The Waldorf Wonderland Lobby In New Orleans Is A Holiday Tradition That Dates Back To The 1930s

It’s that magical time of year when the streets of New Orleans come alive with beautiful light displays, holiday music fills the air, and businesses transform into incredible wonderlands that would put just about anyone into the holiday spirit. There’s one particular holiday light display that’s been going on for almost a century, and it’s worth your while to check it out.

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Just a stone’s throw away from the French Quarter, the Roosevelt New Orleans is a beautiful hotel that dates back to 1893.
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This elegant hotel might just be one of the most beautiful in New Orleans.
Every year, their Christmas lobby display brings in thousands of visitors.
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This annual tradition began in the 1930s and continues to impress year after year.
Now, the lobby of this elegant hotel is pretty incredible as is.
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But during the holiday season, their lobby transforms into a dazzling light display that simply must be seen to be believed.
Back for another year of Christmas cheer, Waldorf Wonderland is an absolute must-see this year. Every year this holiday tradition gets bigger and better, and this year is no different.
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44 Christmas trees, 135,572 lights, 3,328 feet of winter branches, 2,200 glass ornaments, and 698 hand-tied bows all come together to make Walford Wonderland one of the most incredible displays in New Orleans.
The iconic one block-long lobby has been a holiday tradition for many New Orleanian families for years.
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If you’re looking for the perfect setting for your family photo, Waldorf Wonderland is ideal.
And while you're there, be sure to pop on over to the Sazerac Bar.
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Sip on this historic cocktail while you take in the sights, sounds, and smells that surround you!
The holiday decorations will be on display through January 4, 2020, so be sure to find the time this season to pop on over and check it out.
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For more information, be sure to check out their website and give them a follow on Facebook.

Have you ever visited the Roosevelt Hotel and seen the Waldorf Wonderland Lobby? Planning on checking it out this year? Let us know in the comments below!

Address: 130 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA