Things To Do
Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
Lit by candle light, it dates all the way back to 1722. The blacksmith business was a front for owners Jean and Pierre Lafitte’s smuggling operation and is rumored to still be haunted.
Pat O´Briens Courtyard Restaurant
Locals and tourists alike come to Pat O’s for two things: Hurricanes and the piano bar. This French Quarter staple, whose motto is “Have Fun!", has one of the most gorgeous courtyards in the city. The Hurricane was invented here and has been a fixture in New Orleans ever since.
Royal Carriages Haunted Tour
New Orleans is filled with true stories of ghost, voodoo, and vampires. With so much paranormal activity happening in our city, the best way to tour these haunted locations is by carriage ride at night. A carriage tour is a wonderfully spooky way to see the town, learn a bit of history, and experience a one-of-a-kind adventure. Purchase tickets for $40/pp on their site.
Cafe Du Monde French Market
Café du Monde is the world's most famous coffee shop and a New Orleans institution. Found at the end of the French Market and the corner of Jackson Square in New Orleans' French Quarter, Café du Monde has been serving up their crispy beignets and creamy cafés au lait since 1862. But get there early, or be prepared to wait in line.
Hotel Monteleone
Have a drink at the famous Carousel Bar at Hotel Monteleone, they recently celebrated their 70th anniversary and are known for their delicious craft cocktails and spinning bar.
Brennan's
Stop here for the unique decor and World Famous banana fosters.
The Saint Hotel, Autograph Collection
Pop in to see the Saint vs Sinner themed hotel and have a craft cocktail at their bar that has burlesque shows and Aphrodisiac cocktails. You're welcome to their bar even if you're not a guest.
Voodoo & Vampire Walking Tour
$20/pp take a voodoo and vampire tour around New Orleans, pass by Jackson Square and New Orleans Pharmacy Museum and end at Lafittes Blacksmith Shop. 60 min total Your night tour in New Orleans starts in the French Quarter. Meet up with your guide, and get ready to explore the city’s dark history filled with voodoo, vampires, witches, and ghosts. Your guide knows the best route to chilling sights including Madame LaLaurie’s mansion and Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar. Learn about the suspicious history of the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum and the concoctions it sold.