At least 35 others were injured after a man drove a vehicle into crowds celebrating new year in Bourbon Street in the city’s famous French Quarter.
In a statement, New Orleans & Company said it wished to send its “deepest condolences to the loved ones and victims of the terrorist attack” before thanking local police for their response to the incident.
“Let us be clear," said the tourism organisation. "Millions of visitors are drawn to New Orleans – and hundreds of thousands of us chose to live and work here – because of our welcoming people and our beautiful, inclusive culture.
