Jennah & John

Things To Do

The Wedding Website of Jennah Denney and John Becker

New Orleans is so much more than Bourbon Street. It’s a city best experienced by wandering historic neighborhoods, catching live music in intimate venues, lingering over great food, and popping into neighborhood bars that feel like they’ve been there forever. We’ve shared a mix of iconic must-sees and a few of our personal favorite spots so you can experience the city beyond the typical tourist checklist. Whether you’re here for a quick weekend or a longer stay, we hope you take time to explore, follow the music, and soak up the spirit of New Orleans.

The Carousel Bar & Lounge

214 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Carousel Bar (Hotel Monteleone) Iconic rotating bar for classic cocktails. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carouselbarnola

Frenchmen Street

Frenchmen Street, New Orleans, LA

The go-to strip for live jazz, brass bands, and late-night music. ✨ Some of our favorite spots on Frenchmen: Café Negril, Apple Barrel, The Spotted Cat, and Blue Nile. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frenchmenstreet

Jackson Square

New Orleans, LA 70116

Historic heart of the French Quarter with artists, street performers, and classic New Orleans views.

The Delachaise Wine Bar

3442 Saint Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115

Cozy Uptown neighborhood bar and bistro. ✨ Fun fact: Jennah’s favorite neighborhood bar when living Uptown — and they have a strong bourbon selection (John is a Kentucky boy 🥃). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedelachaise

Miss Shirley's

3009 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

Neighborhood Chinese favorite. ✨ Fun fact: A shared neighborhood favorite of Jennah & John, and Miss Shirley is truly an ICON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missshirleysnola

St. Louis Cathedral

615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116

Iconic cathedral overlooking Jackson Square and one of the oldest in continuous use in the U.S. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlouiscathedralnola

Patois

6078 Laurel Street, New Orleans, LA 70118

French restaurant with classic bistro fare and a lovely courtyard. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patiosnola

The National WWII Museum

945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

World-class museum with immersive exhibits. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationalww2museum

Gris-Gris

1800 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Southern comfort food with a creative twist. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grisgrisnola

Maple Leaf Bar

8316 Oak Street, New Orleans, LA 70118

Legendary Uptown music venue with live shows most nights. ✨ Fun fact: This is where Jennah & John spent their *first New Year’s Eve together. 🥂 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mapleleafbar

Parasol's

2533 Constance Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Beloved neighborhood bar in the Irish Channel (Jennah’s old neighborhood), famous for their po’ boys and laid-back local vibe. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parasolsbar

Lucky Dogs

New Orleans, LA 70130

The iconic New Orleans hot dog stands you’ll see throughout the French Quarter—especially around Bourbon Street and Jackson Square late at night. These bright cart-served hot dogs (and sausages) are a true local tradition and the perfect post-music, post-cocktails bite. You can also grab Lucky Dogs inside Harrah’s/Caesars Casino and at MSY (the New Orleans airport) if you want a taste of NOLA as soon as you land (or before you fly out). 🌭

Anna's

2601 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70117

Classic local dive bar. ✨ Fun fact: The focal point of where Jennah & John spend *Fat Tuesday each year for the St. Anne Walking Parade. 🎭 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnnasNOLA

Audubon Aquarium

1 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Great daytime stop along the riverfront. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audubonaquarium

Bar Tonique

820 North Rampart Street, New Orleans, LA 70116

Craft cocktail bar with a relaxed, divey feel. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bartonique

City Park

New Orleans, LA

Beautiful urban park with oak-lined paths and the sculpture garden nearby. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neworleanscitypark

Algiers Point (via ferry)

New Orleans, LA 70114

Algiers Point (via Ferry) For a fun, local experience, take the Algiers Ferry across the Mississippi River to Algiers Point. The ferry ride offers great skyline views of New Orleans and is an easy, inexpensive way to experience the city from the water. Once you arrive, stroll the charming, historic neighborhood, grab a drink or bite at a local spot, and enjoy a quieter side of New Orleans before heading back across the river. Ferry info: https://www.norta.com/RTA-Services/Ferry Things to do in Algiers Point: https://www.neworleans.com/neighborhoods/algiers-point/

Brothers III Lounge

4520 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

A classic uptown dive bar with a pool table, TouchTunes jukebox, strong drinks, and an unpretentious local vibe.

Southern Swings Nail Bar

4422 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115

Jennah’s favorite nail salon in New Orleans, featuring actual porch swings and a chic, modern space for elevated manicures and pedicures—tell them you’re in town for Jennah and John’s wedding.

For all the days along the way

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