Ann & Alexander
Things to do
The Roosevelt Hotel
The historic Roosevelt hotel is decked out with amazing holiday cheer and features some of the most famous places to get a nice cocktail; The Sazerac Bar. Stop in for a signature cocktail and take some photos in this winter wonderland.
Live music on Frenchman Street
Frenchman street keeps the music going all night. Stop in any of the amazing music clubs or peruse an art market to find some fun souvenirs. While most music venues are free to enter, the ones that charge a cover have the best music.
The National WWII Museum
This is one of the best museums in the world and we highly recommend you stop by if time allows. It's quite large and can take a whole day to see everything. Even if you have a few hours, it is a very worthwhile and moving experience. Near by is the Contemporary Arts Center (where Ann works!) and the Ogden Museum of Souther Art.
Cafe Du Monde
This New Orleans staple speaks for itself. If you think it's "just some fried dough", think again. Tourists and locals alike can't say no to a hot plate of beignets and cafe au lait. We like to go here late at night to avoid the rush. Its only a few blocks from the Hotel. but keep in mind it's cash only. Vouchers for beignets will be included in welcome bags for out-of-town guests.
Our Favorite Places to Eat
*Breakfast:* Toast - French Toast - Slim Goodies - Cafe Amelie *Lunch:* Butcher - Parkway Bakery - St James Cheese Co. *Casual Dinner:* Marjie's Grill - Kin - The Franklin - Saba *Fine Dining:* Coquette, - Palm & Pine - Paladar 511 - Clancy's - Station 6 - GW Fins - Domenica *Sweets:* Creole Creamery - Angelo Brocato's - Bakery Bar *In the French Quarter:* Mena's Palace - Pelican Club - Italian Barrel - Irenes - Central Grocery You cant go wrong!
Coffee Shops and Espresso bars.
High Volt Cherry Coffee French Truck District Donuts Revelator PJ's Croissant D'Or Patisserie La Boulangerie
The Garden District
Exploring the historic homes between Magazine St and St. Charles Ave is a sight to behold. Grab a drink and take a leisurely stroll through the garden district to see amazing houses, Layfyette Cemetary No. 1, and much more. The shopping on magazine street is a nice retreat when the weather does not cooperate.
Ride the St. Charles Street Car.
For $1.25 you can hop on the oldest streetcar line in the country and roll down the mansion lined St. Charles Avenue. Breathe in the historic architecture and massive live oaks as the streetcar takes you uptown. Hop on at the corner of Common St a& St Charles Ave and grab a window seat. You can hop on and off whenever just make sure you pay for an all-day pass if you plan to get on and off a few times.