The city of New Orleans is located in southeastern Louisiana, with a population of approximately 354,850, making it the largest city in Louisiana. New Orleans is a major U.S. port and home to Loyola University and Tulane University.
The New Orleans metropolitan area has a population of 1,167,764 and is the 46th largest in America. New Orleans and Orleans Parish are bounded by the parishes of St. Tammany, St. Bernard, Plaquemines and Jefferson.
Transportation
Streetcars
New Orleans has three active streetcar lines. The St. Charles line is the oldest continuously operating streetcar line in America, and each car is a historic landmark.
Cycling
The city’s flat landscape, simple street grid, and mild winters makes the town great for cyclists, helping to rank New Orleans 8th among U.S. cities in its rate of bicycle and pedestrian transportation.
Buses
Public transportation in New Orleans is operated by the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority. There are many bus routes connecting the city and suburban areas.
Roads
New Orleans is served by Interstate 10, Interstate 610 and Interstate 510.
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