The heart of the city, find street performers, caricature artists, tarot card readers, beignets, restaurants, bars and more.
Offers a moving and comprehensive look at the stories, sacrifices, and legacy of World War II through its immersive exhibits and extensive collection. Tickets allow same day re-entry.
What could be better than shopping while strolling past beautiful homes and historic architecture? Magazine Street features six miles of some of the best shopping in New Orleans. The majority of our shops are locally-owned and carry everything you need: clothing, shoes, jewelry, home decor, gifts, antiques, fabrics, and more.
[Free entry and tasting] The Sazerac cocktail gained fame in New Orleans in the 1850s and is served all around the world to this day. Now, it has its grandest home yet: The Sazerac House. This is your place to see how the Sazerac is part of the customs, traditions and culture of New Orleans. Discover the methods used in distilling Sazerac Rye, learn how we handcraft world famous Peychaud's Bitters and join us for special experiences steeped in the unique character of the city that inspires it all.
[Reservation Needed] Situated in the heart of the French Quarter on St. Peter Street, the Preservation Hall venue presents intimate, acoustic New Orleans Jazz concerts over 360 nights a year featuring ensembles from a current collective of 50+ local master practitioners. On any given night, audiences bear joyful witness to the evolution of this venerable and living tradition.
[No Reservation required] Molly grew up going here with cousins and family. Molly's favorite: Shrimp Po Boy Stephen's favorite: Fried Oyster Po Boy Crowd Favorite: Roast Beef
The Central Park of Uptown New Orleans. Our wedding is in Audubon Park but there is so much more to see. For more than a century, people have enjoyed this urban oasis with allées of ancient live oaks, a tranquil 1.8-mile jogging path, a lagoon, picnic pavilions, zoo and playgrounds. Grab a daiquiri and head to 'The Fly', a popular destination to sit by the mighty Mississippi.
Located on the Mississippi River adjacent to the French Quarter, Audubon Aquarium is consistently top ranked, voted as the #9 Best Aquarium by Newsweek Readers’ Choice and ranked as one of the top things to do in New Orleans. The Aquarium transports visitors to an underwater world from the Caribbean, to the Amazon Rainforest, to the waters that give New Orleans its lifeblood: the Mississippi River and the Gulf.
The New Orleans Museum of Art inspires lifelong learning with a wide-ranging art collection, world-class exhibitions, and innovative programming. NOMA serves as a forum for engaging with new ideas and sharing a diversity of perspectives, cultural experiences, and ways of thinking. NOMA is located in City Park, another beautiful park in the New Orleans area with a historic carousel and swan boats in the lake around the park.
Glide through gator territory aboard a small, flat-bottomed boat, while our local expert captains share fascinating insights about the swamp and its natural inhabitants. For your comfort and convenience, we offer pickup services from numerous French Quarter hotels and visitor centers.
To keep the party going see the Award-winning Drag Brunch at The Country Club, Saturday or Sunday! Amazing food cooked to order & fabulous fun! Space is extremely limited, and reservations are recommended. We accept reservations at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.
[Reservation Required] Classic upscale restaurant & lounge featuring Creole cuisine, cocktails & Dixieland jazz since 1918
If you aren't staying here you should stop by for drinks on the patio. Built in 1883 as a private residence, it was converted into a boarding house during World War I. In 1953, a local family turned it into a hotel and the bar on the porch became a star and is on the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places.
[Reservation Required] A Rainer Family Favorite Restaurant! Owned by the Brennan family since 1974, enjoy the best hospitality in the city and create a lasting dining memory.
[Reservation Required] Famous New Orleans restaurants in the heart of the French Quarter. Great for lunch or dinner. Jackets required for men after 5pm
.5 block from both hotels. The name says it all.
A Molly Favorite! A backyard bar with wine by the bottle, choose your own cheese plates, and live music.
One of the oldest and allegedly most haunted bars in America. Try the "Purple Drink" at your own risk.
Where hurricanes were invented. Drink at your own risk. Enjoy the massive patio, piano bar and live music.
Dogs Allowed! Divey, good for a beer. Great stop after some shopping on Magazine Street.
An outdoor patio hot spot (now with A/C warehouse bar) for cold drinks on Tchoupitoulas.
Louisianas original craft brewery since 1869. You can find Molly's favorite beer here. Purple Haze!
Known for their handcrafted pastries, breads and delicious sandwiches made from locally sourced products.
Coffee and breakfast place known for having the best cup of coffee you've ever had!
Dat Dog elevates the humble hot dog to a work of art, serving a wide variety of unique toppings and gourmet sausages, chicken, fish, burgers, award-winning French fries, premium spirits, daiquiris and local craft beers.