New Orleans, Louisiana. Travel Guide: Sights, Drinks & Eats.
New Orleans, Louisiana. Travel Guide: Sights, Drinks & Eats.
Tom Isbister
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This map of New Orleans is an all-encompassing map designed to be the one-stop shop for everything you need to know about visiting the capital of Louisiana.
I've designed this map to be used both for pre-scouting sights and recommended restaurants and as a reference for what's nearby as you walk around New Orleans.
It includes:
🗺️ Google Maps Version
🚋 St. Charles Streetcar Route (In the Google Maps Version)
👣 Places of Interest
🌲 Parks, Gardens & Graveyards
🍽️ Restaurants: of all prices
🍺 Bars, Cocktails, & Coffee
🏨 Accommodations: Hostels & Hotels
👣 Other Sources and Tours
About:
The 'Big Easy'. Come down to the Bayou and experience round-the-clock nightlife, and a vibrant melting pot of French, African, and American Cultures which are at their peak during Mardi Gras.
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👣 Places of Interest

⭐ St. Louis Cathedral
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An iconic landmark in the French Quarter, St. Louis Cathedral is the oldest active cathedral in the U.S. Its striking spires, beautiful stained glass, and prime location overlooking Jackson Square make it a must-visit for history and architecture lovers.
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⭐ Jackson Square
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The heart of the French Quarter, Jackson Square is a lively plaza framed by historic buildings, including St. Louis Cathedral. It’s a hub for artists, street performers, and local vendors, offering a perfect blend of culture, history, and entertainment.
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Lafayette Square
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Nestled in the Central Business District, Lafayette Square is the second-oldest park in New Orleans. Surrounded by historic architecture, it’s a popular spot for free concerts, festivals, and a quiet midday break.
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⭐ Steamboat NATCHEZ
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Old-fashioned steamboat offering cruises with buffet dining, including brunch, plus jazz music.
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⭐ Bourbon Street
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The vibrant heart of New Orleans' nightlife is why so many flock to New Orleans. Bourbon Street is the cultural center of the city, famous for its neon lights, live music, and lively atmosphere. Stretching through the French Quarter, it’s a must-visit spot for cocktails, Cajun food, and unforgettable energy.
Below you can find a list of the top bars on and near Bourbon Street.
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⭐ Mardi Gras World
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Vast, 400,000-sq.-ft. complex where Mardi Gras floats are made & stored, with hourly tours.
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Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes & Culture
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⭐ The National WWII Museum
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Multi-building museum with interactive submarine exhibit, planes, 4-D theater & eatery downstairs.
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⭐ The Sazerac House
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Discover the history of New Orleans’ iconic cocktail at The Sazerac House. One of the top tours in the city, this interactive museum offers immersive exhibits, cocktail tastings, and a deep dive into the city’s rich cocktail culture. A must-visit for spirits enthusiasts!
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⭐St. Charles Streetcar - Canal @ Carondelet
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Where to ride the famous St.Charles Streetcar. Go to the corner of Canal Street and Carondelet Street (Carondelet is the same street as Bourbon; all streets change names when they cross Canal). The stop is on Carondelet, in front of the side windows of the Lady Foot Locker store that's right at the corner. You'll see the small yellow street sign marking it, and there's usually a group of people waiting right there. You can also catch the car at St. Charles Street and Common Street (Royal on the other side of Canal), the next stop on the line. The stop is in front of the PJ's Coffee on the ground floor of the Royal St. Charles Hotel. Sometimes this stop can be slightly less chaotic, as there are fewer people exiting the streetcar here, though sometimes the streetcar can already be full, so it's a trade-off.
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Hurricane Katrina Memorial
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Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
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New Orleans Botanical Garden
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Located in City Park, the New Orleans Botanical Garden offers a peaceful escape with over 2,000 plant species from around the world. Stroll through themed gardens, admire sculptures, and enjoy the serene beauty of this lush oasis in the heart of the city.
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New Orleans Museum of Art
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Old Ursuline Convent Museum
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This convent-turned-museum is the city's oldest building & features French colonial architecture.
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The Historic New Orleans Collection
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Museum made up of historic, restored buildings that offer exhibits & tours, plus a cafe.
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New Orleans Jazz Museum
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Historic circa-1835 mint turned museum with coin exhibits & an upper-level jazz venue.
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The Cabildo
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The Louisiana Purchase was signed in this 1790s landmark now housing a New Orleans history museum.
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The Presbytère
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State museum with Hurricane Katrina & Mardi Gras exhibits in a former courthouse built in 1813.
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Backstreet Cultural Museum
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State museum with Hurricane Katrina & Mardi Gras exhibits in a former courthouse built in 1813.
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New Orleans African American Museum
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Cultural exhibits spanning multiple historic houses, plus a walking tour of the Treme community.
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Walter Grinnan Robinson House
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Genteel 2-story mansion with wraparound galleries built in 1859 by architect Henry Howard.
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Buckner Mansion
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Museum of Death New Orleans
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Macabre collection featuring mortuary equipment, crime scene pictures & displays on serial killers.
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New Orleans Historic Voodoo Museum
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Two snug rooms packed with voodoo artifacts, plus a gift shop, both run by voodoo practitioners.
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Gallier House
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Built in 1857, this opulent, furnished house provides a glimpse into the life of an affluent family.
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Lalaurie Mansion
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Neoclassical 1800s building with an infamously gory past, thought to be haunted, its a common stop on city ghost tours.
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⭐ Lafayette Cemetery No. 1
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Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 is a historic cemetery in the Garden District neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana. Founded in 1833 and still in use today, the cemetery takes its name from its location in what was once the City of Lafayette, a suburb of New Orleans that was annexed by the larger metropolis in 1852.
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St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
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Landmark cemetery established in 1854 with elaborate above-ground mausoleums, tombs & gravestones. Open to the public
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St. Louis Cemetery No. 3
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Landmark cemetery established in 1854 with elaborate above-ground mausoleums, tombs & gravestones. Open to the public
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J.M. Lapeyre Famille sepulcher
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Decatur Street
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Voodoo Authentica Inc
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Snug shop featuring voodoo-related items such as dolls, potions & candles, plus psychic readings.
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Pirates Alley
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JAMNOLA
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Living art museum. Bring a camera and take lots of pictures of the interactive and educational art work!
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Saenger Theatre
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Lake Pontchartrain Causeway (Northward)
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Lake Pontchartrain is actually a natural estuary, not a lake, connected to the Gulf of Mexico and various rivers and bayous. The Causeway Bridge runs 23 miles over the lake and is the longest bridge over water in the world!
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The Music Box Village
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Off the path. It is a unique art and music space, The Music Box Village features interactive, artist-designed "musical houses" that visitors can play. Blending creativity, sound, and community, it’s a must-see destination for music lovers and anyone seeking a one-of-a-kind New Orleans experience.
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🍽️ Restaurants

$$$ ⭐ The Court of Two Sisters
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Daily jazz brunches with a buffet of Creole classics plus a la carte dinner & a courtyard.
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$$$ Restaurant R'evolution
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Swanky hotel restaurant with an extensive menu of Creole fare, plus a 10,000-bottle wine cellar.
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$$$ Commander's Palace
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$$$ GW Fins
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Creative, ever-shifting seafood menu featuring fresh catches in a stylish updated warehouse space.
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$$$ Tableau
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$$ Sylvain
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Elegant gastropub with cocktails & American fare in a former carriage house with courtyard seats.
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$$ ⭐ Willie Mae's Scotch House
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Lauded family-owned spot since 1957, famous for fried chicken & other soul food in a humble setting.
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$$ Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
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$$ Central City BBQ
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Traditional BBQ sandwiches, sides & plates served in a spacious dining room with cool, modern decor.
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$$ Little Korea BBQ
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Airy spot offering Korean fare, including barbecued meats cooked tableside, in casual-chic digs.
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$$ Blue Oak BBQ
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Home style southern barbecue joint serving specialty sandwiches, classic plates & sides.
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$$ ⭐ The Joint
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Slow-smoked barbecue & hearty side dishes in a quirky, cypress-paneled space with a full bar.
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$$ ⭐ Sneaky Pickle & Bar Brine
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Unassuming cafe with an ever-changing, vegetarian-focused menu of farm-fresh, from-scratch fare.
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$$ ⭐ Lebanon Grill
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$$ Galatoire's
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$$ Palm&Pine
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$ Juan's Flying Burrito - Mid-City
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$ ⭐ Liuzza's by the Track
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$ ⭐ District Donuts Sliders Brew
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Laid-back cafe offering a rotating selection of creative donuts, plus sliders & coffee.
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$ Jamaican Jerk House
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$ Radosta's Restaurant
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Long-running, homey standby known for po' boys, with hearty sandwiches & other American eats.
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$ ⭐ Hobnobber's Variety Bar & Restaurant
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Simple counter-serve for New Orleans comfort food like po' boys & fried catfish plus breakfast too.
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$ Parasol's
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Longtime divebar hangout with Cajun eats, like po' boys galore, plus sports on TV & St. Patty's Day fun.
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$ Pizza Delicious
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Casual, counter-serve restaurant with thin-crust pizza, beer & a decidedly hipster ambiance.
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$ Tacos & Beer
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Tacos and Beer and indulge in their chips and queso dip. And grab an extra large margarita for the road while you're at it… or a 32 oz. bucket of rum punch.
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$ Bon's New Orleans Street Food
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$ The World Famous Cats Meow | Karaoke New Orleans
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$ Mena's Palace
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$ Bésame
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$ Commerce Restaurant
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Enduring, old-school neighborhood breakfast & lunch destination serving Southern comfort food.
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$ Flour Moon Bagels
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$ ⭐ NOLA Poboys
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$ Killer PoBoys
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$ ⭐ Johnny's Po-Boys
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$ Manolito
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$ McHardy's Chicken & Fixin'
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🍺 Bars

⭐ The Carousel Bar & Lounge
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This classic haunt at the Hotel Monteleone has a circular bar that revolves like a carousel.
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⭐ Brieux Carré Brewing Co.
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⭐ Beachbum Berry's Latitude 29
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⭐ Dovetail Bar
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Pal's Lounge
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The Rabbit Hole
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Pirate's Alley Cafe
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Superior Grill
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Le Bon Temps Roule
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The Avenue Pub
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Hot Tin
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Flamingo A-Go-Go
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This colorful, electric spot has the perfect spacious outdoor patio to "flamingle" at with new friends.
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Igor’s Bar & Grill
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Open 24 hours a day, stop by this divey bar to try a stiff Bloody Mary and play a game of pool. They even have a laundromat located inside, so if your Carnival costume gets dirty keep this place in mind.
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The Bulldog, Uptown
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Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant
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This quirky downtown bar and restaurant is famous for their Shark Attack drink and some serious good eats. Oh, and if you're brave enough try the Scorpion Shot. If you handle it, you'll win a t-shirt.
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Blue Nile
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Blue Nile is home to some of the best live music the city has to offer. This groovy spot has plenty of room to dance around and revel in the spirit of the Mardi Pardi.
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The Spotted Cat Music Club
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Bar Tonique
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Black Penny
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Harry's Corner
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Chart Room
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Foundation Room New Orleans
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Ghost Bar
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21st Amendment Bar at La Louisiane
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Jewel of the South
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Voodoo Lounge
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🍺 Where to Drink on Bourbon Street

⭐ Pat O'Brien's
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boasts the creation of one of the most celebrated drinks in New Orleans: The Hurricane. Be careful though, the drinks come strong. Enjoy the main bar, outdoor patio, or the famous piano lounge.
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⭐ Bourbon Street Drinkery
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Lively Bourbon Street stop with great live music and vibrant drinks.
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Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar
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Dimly lit hang & one of the oldest bars around, serving beer & frozen drinks since the 1700s.
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Old Absinthe House
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Erin Rose
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Bourbon Heat
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☕ Café and Bakery

⭐ Cafe Du Monde French Market
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Iconic NO cafe known for their Cafe au Laits, Chicory & Beignets. Open since 1862.
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⭐ Envie Espresso Bar & Cafe
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Airy coffeehouse with sidewalk seating serves coffee, pastries & breakfast items, plus a full bar.
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⭐ Treme Coffeehouse
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Mom-&-pop, neighborhood outpost providing espresso drinks, treats & daytime eats in a warm ambiance.
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Café Fleur De Lis
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The Bean Gallery
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Mammoth Espresso
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Lowpoint
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Coffee Science
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Backatown Coffee Parlour
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Light-filled shop serving espresso drinks, tea & sandwiches amid leather sofas & colorful murals.
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Who Dat Coffee Cafe
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Eclectic spot with sidewalk seats featuring Cajun-style café eats, plus espresso drinks & cocktails.
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Petite Clouet Café
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Pandora's Snowballs
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Angelo Brocato
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🏨 Accommodations

Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans
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Hotel Provincial
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French Market Inn
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Place d'Armes Hotel
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The Lafayette by LuxUrban
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The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Tom Isbister
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Born from a passion for exploration, out of Toronto. Travel has taken me all over North America and Europe! I've gotten the opportunity to leave Canada, and live in Finland, Germany, and Poland. At the same time, having traveled to 18 countries!
From those opportunities, I started crafting and sharing my maps which I feel provide a sense of exploration and recommendations that others can use to create their own memorable experiences. This led me to create Abroad&Co. Each map is handcrafted, both from personal experience and local recommendations. They're a go-to way to learn what each new place you visit has to offer.
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