Typical crowd level each month (relative), averaged over the attractions of each city. Shorter bar = fewer people.
Chicago and New Orleans have broadly similar crowd levels overall.
Based on historical visitor patterns, January is usually the quietest month in Chicago.
Based on historical visitor patterns, July is usually the quietest month in New Orleans.
In Chicago the quietest day is usually Monday; in New Orleans, Monday. Weekdays early in the morning are the safest bet in both.
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