Soon after this devastation, the original buildings were replaced with structures that stand to this day and continue to serve the people of New Orleans. At the French market, one can buy just about anything and everything. In the main buildings, one will find the produce and meat vendors. Every morning, local restaurateurs, grocers and others can be found haggling over the best produce. On weekends, the French Market is transformed into a giant flea market.
People come from across the state to vend their wares.
From fine jewelry to that perfect creole tomato, it can be found at the French Market. When cotton was king, plantations ruled the South. This beautifully restored plantation is the oldest plantation in Louisiana. Every second weekend in November, the plantation holds its Annual Fall Festival. Without a doubt, strolling through the Vieux Carre is the best way to have a true French Quarter experience.