Explore NOLA

Cafe Du Monde French Market

The line is long. But worth the wait.

Cafe Beignet on Royal Street

We hid from a tropical storm here & came back the next day it was so good. Get their iced coffee!

BOIL Seafood House

“Pinch the tail and suck the head!”

Dooky Chase Restaurant

Legendary Creole chef Leah Chase serves down-home staples in a vibrant, art-filled space. Remains a stopping place for politicians, musicians, visual artists, and literary giants. Dooky Chase’s has had the pleasure of serving Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Quincy Jones, Jesse Jackson, Duke Ellington, Thurgood Marshall, James Baldwin, Ray Charles, Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, the late Ermest Gaines, Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker, Keith David, Solange Knowles and a list of others.

Guy's Po-Boys

Leah's Pralines

A signature sweet of New Orleans, Pralines are unique candied treats adored by natives and visitors alike.

Hansen's Sno-Bliz

How to deal with the spring and summer heat? Snoballs of course. Downing cups of fine, fluffy ice topped with sweet syrup is sure to cool you off. Locals are loyal to their favorites, but every neighborhood has a worthy option.

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar

Built in the early 1700’s, this ancient building is supposedly the oldest structure housing a bar in the United States.

Pat O´s Courtyard Restaurant

tep through the entrance and you’ll find yourself in a large outdoor courtyard full of tourists enjoying their signature drink – the Hurricane. The sickly sweet rum cocktail actually gets its name from the tall tulip glass in which it is served – they are modeled after Hurricane lamps!

The Sazerac Bar

Bearing the same name as a drink which is often considered America's first cocktail, The Sazerac Bar has an equally illustrious history. An elegant, African walnut bar is bordered by original Paul Ninas' murals. The ambiance, service and setting combine to create a quality of timeless sophistication which is the same today as it was when the legendary US Senator Huey P. Long would sip a Ramos Gin Fizz in the bar as he spoke to his constituents.

Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits

hile it’s no longer a locals’ secret, this wine shop/hangout retains its unique local charm and funky hideaway feel. The lush back patio is the perfect spot to enjoy a bottle of wine and a cheese plate. Live music makes a visit here even more special.

The Carousel Bar & Lounge

A long-time favorite New Orleans hot spot, the famous Carousel Bar is the only revolving bar in New Orleans.

Preservation Hall

Walk down St. Peters Street on any evening and you’ll likely encounter the line for Preservation Hall. With shows starting at 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm, and 10:00pm almost every night of the year, this iconic music venue has been promoting Jazz in the Crescent City for over 50 years.

Mardi Gras World

You’ll be treated to an interesting tour of the different construction projects that are currently in-process. The best part is at the end when you’re free to wander around the warehouse, watching the artists hard at work and taking pictures to your heart’s content. Plus you’ll get a free slice of king cake… Laissez les bon temps rouler!

New Orleans Jazz Museum

Where better to learn about the history of jazz than in it’s birthplace, New Orleans.

Jackson Square

ackson Square is the heart and soul of the French Quarter. Here you’ll find artists and street performers vying for your attention. You can listen to a brass band, buy unique art, or have your palm read – all under the stunning backdrop of the historic St. Louis Cathedral.

Frenchmen Street

Frenchman Street is just a few blocks away from Bourbon Street but it seems like an entirely different world. The daiquiri stands and “huge ass beer” signs are replaced by jazz clubs and spontaneous street performances. If you’re in the mood for live music then you’ll almost certainly find something to your liking here.

Magazine Street

Clusters of shops are interspersed with charming homes, and a mix of renovated warehouses and shops selling housewares, pottery, period furniture, clothing, books, glass, toys, china, soaps and jewelry. Magazine Street is the ideal spot for a leisurely walk-about, with plenty of coffee shops, cafes and restaurants to provide a pit stop and refreshment to the tired shopper.

Marie Laveau's House Of Voodoo

Stop by Marie Laveau’s House of Voodoo and browse through the extensive collection of voodoo-related knickknacks. Whether it’s voodoo dolls, talismans, charms, mojo, or gris-gris you’re after, you’ve come to the right place!

French Market Place

The French Market is a covered flea market that is on the southeast corner of the French Quarter.

Louisiana Tour Company

This was a highlight of our trip! If you have time, highly recommend it!