Things To Do
The National WWII Museum
Wonderful walk through history with The Greatest Generation
Jackson Square
One of New Orleans' most prominent locations
Bourbon Street
Countless bars and restaurants - Famous party scene
Pat O'Brien's
Dueling piano bar and the home of the Hurricane
Commander's Palace
One of the most famous restaurants in New Orleans. Sara recommends that you go for lunch. All of the same great food and a well-priced, pre fixe menu that includes three 25 cent martinis with your meal.
Superior Seafood & Oyster Bar
Fantastic happy hour menu for frozen cocktails and raw or chargrilled oysters
Magazine Street
Wonderful location to shop and stop in to have a cocktail at many of the more local bars
The Carousel Bar & Lounge
Located at Hotel Monteleone, this unique bar rotates around the room while you sip a craft cocktail
Saint Charles Avenue
Ride the streetcar while you take in some of the seasonal decorations. Pro Tip: Grab a daquiri to take with you
The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
One of the most festive sites in New Orleans during the Christmas season. You can also grab a drink at the Sazerac Bar
Audubon Park
One of the larger, more scenic parks in the city. The Audubon Zoo is also located at the top of the park towards the river. If you cross Magazine and continue towards the river, you'll find an area called "the fly". It's one of the few places in New Orleans that you get an up close view of the Mississippi River.
Hot Tin
If you are staying at The Pontchartrain Hotel, this bar is very easy to get to - Simply take the elevator to the top floor. If you are not staying at this particular hotel, you can still visit the rooftop bar. It features wonderful drinks and fantastic views of the city.
The Camellia Grill
Opened in the 1940's, this old style diner features late night food cooked by big personalities. Try the milkshakes. There is also a French Quarter location, but we prefer the Uptown location.
Urban South Brewery
Great local beers and solid food trucks
NOLA Brewing & Pizza Co.
Live music, local beers / cocktails, and amazing pizza
The Bulldog, Uptown
Cozy indoors and incredible patio with warmers and televisions. Featuring a multitude of beers and cocktails
Café Du Monde
One of the most visited locations in New Orleans. World-renowned beignets. Local Tip: Use the walk up window to get faster service and beat most of the crowds. The location in the French Quarter is CASH ONLY, but there is an ATM across the street.
Tableau by Dickie Brennan & Co.
Wonderful dinner location. You really cannot go wrong with any of the Brennan restaurants.
Superior Grill
Tex-Mex and stout margaritas. Highly recommend the fajitas mesquite with garlic butter and a large top shelf margarita with a bit of frozen strawberry mixed into your drink. Sara's 2 cents: Skip this and go to Superior Seafood for happy hour oysters and frozen drinks!
Barracuda Taco Stand
Amazing tacos, spicy margaritas, and superb quesadillas