Things To Do
Jackson Square
Jackson Square is one of the most iconic and vibrant spots in New Orleans' French Quarter—a beautiful, historic public park right by the Mississippi River that captures the city's soul like few other places. It's a must-visit for anyone exploring NOLA because it blends deep history, stunning architecture, lively street culture, and easy access to top attractions, all in one compact, walkable area. Over 2 million people pass through its 2.5 acres each year, and it's been a National Historic Landmark since 1960
The Sazerac House
The Sazerac House is a standout attraction for anyone interested in cocktails, history, or the city's vibrant drinking culture. It's essentially a free, interactive museum and micro-distillery dedicated to the Sazerac—Louisiana's official cocktail—and the broader story of New Orleans as the birthplace of American cocktail culture
Bourbon Street
Bourbon Street is the iconic, neon-lit heart of the French Quarter's nightlife—a 13-block stretch (from Canal Street to Esplanade Avenue) famous for its non-stop party energy, open-container laws (you can legally carry plastic "go-cups" of alcohol on the street), live music, historic bars, and over-the-top vibe that embodies the city's "laissez les bons temps rouler" spirit
Café Du Monde
Café du Monde is one of the most iconic and beloved landmarks in New Orleans — a historic open-air coffee stand in the French Quarter that's been serving its signature beignets and café au lait since 1862. It's a quintessential NOLA experience that captures the city's French, Creole, and laid-back café culture in one simple, delicious stop
Frenchmen Street
Frenchmen Street is New Orleans’ live-music heart that feels delightfully local — three blocks packed with intimate clubs, open-air performers, and music spilling onto the sidewalk late into the night. Less crowded than Bourbon Street.
The Spotted Cat Music Club
The Spotted Cat Music Club is the quintessential live jazz destination located in the heart of the vibrant Faubourg Marigny district. Affectionately known by locals as "The Cat," this legendary, weathered bar features a tiny stage hosting local acts for an intimate, standing-room-only crowd
Old Absinthe House
Folklore says that in 1815, Major General Andrew Jackson met with the notorious pirate Jean Lafitte on the building’s secret second floor to plan the heroic defense of the city for the Battle of New Orleans. Over the centuries, its antique copper-topped bar has served legendary figures like Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Aleister Crowley.
