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We are excited to share many of our favorite places around New Orleans with you! For guests new to New Orleans- we encourage you to check out some of our recommendations outside of the French Quarter if time permits! There is so much more to experience in other NOLA neighborhoods. If staying in the French Quarter, look out for Jazz Brunches and make reservations ahead of time! Central Business District (CBD)- walking distance from the French Quarter with historic hotels, the WWII museum, and a variety of food options. Mid-City- City Park + great beer gardens to enjoy the weather and sports. Garden District- where the locals go with historic mansions, Magazine street for shopping (see recs below), great bars and restaurants. Wear comfy shoes- wherever you go you will be walking. We hope you have the best time exploring New Orleans and can't wait to hear all about it!

Pat O'Brien's

718 Saint Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116

In the French Quarter- World-famous bar in the French Quarter that serves the hurricane! They have a large courtyard and also dueling pianos. A must-see before leaving New Orleans.

The Carousel Bar & Lounge

214 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

In the French Quarter- Another must see! The bar is a carousel and moves (very slowly) while you enjoy a beverage. Located in the Hotel Monteleone.

Arnaud's New Orleans

813 Bienville Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

In the French Quarter- where we celebrated getting engaged! Classic creole fine dining.

Brennan's

417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

In the French Quarter - Great Jazz Brunch! Make reservations ahead of time.

Cafe Beignet, Bourbon Street

311 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

In the French Quarter- Molly recommends Cafe Beignet over Cafe Du Monde! The line will also be shorter than Cafe Du Monde. Our favorite location is on bourbon street (trust me haha) has a great courtyard to eat some beignets and listen to live jazz music. They have many locations throughout the French Quarter as well.

Davenport Lounge

921 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

In the French Quarter- Lounge in The Ritz that usually has a jazz band at night. Great to wind down and relax with wine or a cocktail.

The World Famous Cats Meow | Karaoke New Orleans

701 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

In the French Quarter- a hilarious karaoke bar to venture to after a few drinks!

Swamp Tours New Orleans

930 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

In the French Quarter- If you want to get away from the food and booze, this is a great option! There are many companies to buy your tour from in the French Quarter.

The National WWII Museum

945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

In CBD - one of the best WWII Museums in the country!

Willa Jean

611 O'Keefe Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70113

In CBD- Great cafe for breakfast or coffee!

Drago's Seafood Restaurant - Hilton New Orleans Riverside

2 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

In CBD- The best chargrilled oysters you will ever eat (seriously). Right on the Mississippi River. Better than Acme!

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - New Orleans

1009 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

In CBD- For those wanting to watch college football! Bistro food and many TVs.

Copper Vine Restaurant

1001 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

In CBD- Great brunch and right next to Walk-Ons!

City Park- Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden

1 Collins Diboll Circle, New Orleans, LA 70124

In Mid-City- a beautiful park to walk through and see New Orleans art!

Wrong Iron On The Greenway

3532 Toulouse Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

In Mid-City- This is a great beer garden to enjoy the nice weather, play some cornhole, and have a beer! Lots of TVs to watch sports and will probably be rather lively on Saturday for college football.

Bayou Beer Garden

326 North Norman C Francis Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70119

In Mid-City- Another beer garden walking distance from Wrong Iron!

Hot Tin

2031 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

In the Garden District- one of the best rooftop cocktail bars in the city! Located at the Pontchartrain Hotel (one of Molly's favorites!).

Jack Rose

2031 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

In the Garden District- great food to pair before/after drinks at Hot Tin! Also located at the Hotel Pontchartrain.

Magazine Street

Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA

In the Garden District- Magazine Street is a six mile famous street of many vintage shops, great bakeries and cafes, and boutiques! Unless you are looking to walk for longer, we recommend staying between Washington Ave and Louisiana Ave (~8 short blocks).

Commander's Palace

1403 Washington Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

In the Garden District- 3 Michelin star restaurant that is world famous! Highly recommend for their Jazz Brunch before or after exploring Magazine Street.

The Rum House

3128 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

In the Garden District- Great place for lunch for those who plan to check out the shops on Magazine Street!

Superior Grill

3636 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115

In the Garden District- Best margarita in town! (one and done). Grab on the way back to your hotel if you plan to visit Magazine Street.

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