Is Bourbon Street safe for tourists?

Stay Safe. Where there are drunk tourists, there are pickpockets and scammers. This is true the world around and Bourbon Street is no exception. Its not a hotbed of violent crime, but petty thievery is sadly quite common.

Is it safe in New Orleans downtown?

While there is a reputation for crime in New Orleans, you will most likely stay safe during your visit to the city. The best way to make yourself unsafe while youre here is to put yourself into unsafe situations. Walking after dark in quiet neighbourhoods and getting way too drunk are just two of them.