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 in our fair city that’s been going on for almost a century, and it’s worth your while to check it out. Come along and learn why we love the Waldorf Wonderland in New Orleans so much!

Just a stone’s throw away from the French Quarter, the Roosevelt New Orleans is a beautiful hotel that dates back to 1893.

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.

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.

But during the holiday season the lobby transforms into a dazzling light display that simply must be seen to be believed.

Every year this holiday tradition gets bigger and better, and this year is no different.

In past years visitors have enjoyed 40+ Christmas trees, over 135,000 lights, more than 3,300 feet of garland, thousands of

glass ornaments, and so much more. Holiday decorations don't get any better than this!

Coming to this iconic one block-long lobby has been a holiday tradition for many New Orleanian families for years.

If you’re looking for the perfect setting for your family photo, this Waldorf wonderland is ideal.

And while you're there, be sure to pop on over to the Sazerac Bar.

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 early January, so be sure to find the time this season to pop on over and check it out.

For more information, be sure to visit The Roosevelt New Orleans website or the The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel Facebook page.

Have you ever visited the Roosevelt Hotel and seen the Waldorf Wonderland in New Orleans? Is so, would you agree that it is one of the best Christmas traditions in New Orleans? If not, are you planning on checking it out this year? Let us know in the comments below!

If you also like to try another fantastic place to celebrate your holiday traditions in New Orleans then consider the Fairfield Inn & Suites New Orleans Downtown/French Quarter Area.

Looking for some wonderful holiday treasures for family and friends? Then be sure to read check out our guide to More Than 75 Of The Best Gift Ideas For The Traveler In Your Life.

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