I love New Orleans. Plenty of tourist stuff to do if you want to take cemetery tours, museums, etc. I loved the great music everywhere, the great food, the whole different scene they have there. And just like any big city, don't be a dumbass and you can avoid problems. Try not to put yourself in a situation, and avoid people who walk up and try to hustle you. Smile, nod, be on your way. I went a few times when I was working in TX, once for Jazz Fest, which was great, and other times just to crush bourbon street and the surrounding areas, eating and drinking and enjoying the music and the people from all over that we'd meet. The people watching on bourbon street can sometimes be worth the trip, IMO. I'd go back anytime.